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Market Analysis
February 14, 2025
Germany’s Online Gambling Crisis: How Maltese Companies Dominate German Players
Malta controls 90% of Germany’s online casinos, leaving players unprotected. Can the GGL reclaim control?
Opinion & Commentary
February 14, 2025
Stake’s Dirty Money and the Global Casino Takeover that No One is stopping
How is Stake, a crypto casino, acquiring licensed gambling firms worldwide? Uncover the risks of its rapid expansion.
Market Analysis
February 13, 2025
The Rise of Malta as Europe’s iGaming Capital
Malta is regarded as a hub for the iGaming industry, with its favorable business environment and regulations playing a significant role in this reputation. The country's strategic location and highly...
Market Analysis
February 13, 2025
Evolution AB: Legal Troubles and Financial Risk
Evolution AB faces regulatory risks due to reliance on grey markets, with potential fines and financial losses in key regions.
Opinion & Commentary
February 13, 2025
Bill 55: A Shield for iGaming or a Threat to Malta’s Future?
Bill 55 shields Malta's iGaming sector but risks EU scrutiny, economic sanctions, and financial instability. Discover its full impact.
Investigations
February 12, 2025
Rabbit Entertainment and its operations
Explore Rabbit Entertainment's journey in Germany's regulated gambling market and its legal challenges in Malta.
Opinion & Commentary
February 10, 2025
EasyGo’s Stake: How much Bitcoin are they moving?
EasyGo processes over €201 billion in Bitcoin transactions annually on Stake, highlighting its role in the crypto gambling world.
Market Analysis
February 10, 2025
Malta iGaming Industry Growth and Trends
Malta is considered a hub for the iGaming industry, with numerous operators establishing a presence on the island. The sector has experienced significant growth in recent years, as evidenced by...
Market Analysis
February 7, 2025
Why Online Casinos Prefer the Isle of Man Location
The Isle of Man is regarded as an ideal location for online casino operators due to its robust regulatory framework and favorable business environment. The island's government has established a...
Investigations
February 7, 2025
Stake.com – Multi-Billion Dollar Gambling Empire
Stake is one of the world’s largest online casinos and sports betting platforms, yet it exists in a murky legal space. Founded in 2017 by Australian billionaire Edward Craven and...
Investigations
February 6, 2025
Games Global – Allegations of Unlicensed Operators
On 28 January 2025, we formally reached out to Games Global regarding concerns that their gaming content is being made available to unlicensed gambling operators, including Versus Odds B.V. and...
Market Analysis
February 3, 2025
What Makes Malta the iGaming Capital of Europe
They refer to Malta as the Silicon Valley of Europe's iGaming industry, and for good reason. She has established herself as a hub for online gaming companies, with many operators...
Investigations
February 1, 2025
Corruption Fuels Curaçao’s Gambling Crisis
The island of Curaçao, a tropical paradise in the Caribbean, harbors one of the world’s largest yet most unregulated online gambling industries. Behind its picturesque façade lies a tangled web...
Opinion & Commentary
February 1, 2025
Curaçao Gaming Licenses: What a Spectacular Sh*t Show
As of 2025, the Curaçao Gaming Control Board (GCB) has rebranded itself as the Curaçao Gaming Authority (GCA). While the name change might suggest an evolution towards transparency and efficiency,...
Legal Analysis
January 31, 2025
Bet-at-Home Faces Legal Scrutiny Over €25M Lawsuit and Tax Risks
The recent court rulings and corporate restructuring surrounding bet-at-home expose a strategic effort to evade player compensation, minimize tax liabilities and limit legal accountability. The dismissal of a €25+ million...
Investigations
January 31, 2025
Fast-Tracked or Favored? How Fastex Europe Limited Secured a Class 4 License?
Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has long positioned itself as a champion of robust financial regulation, particularly under the stewardship of its Chief Executive Officer, Kenneth Farrugia .
Opinion & Commentary
January 31, 2025
Revolut’s Market News Email: Investment Advice in Disguise?
At the very end of Revolut’s recent market news email—after the signature and with a noticeable gap in spacing—appeared a standard disclaimer stating that the content was not investment advice....
Market Analysis
January 29, 2025
Growth of Online Gambling in Hungary
They are observing significant growth in Europe's online gambling market, and Hungary is taking steps to capitalize on this trend. She notes that the country's regulatory framework is being adapted...
Market Analysis
January 29, 2025
Malta’s Education System Powers iGaming Workforce
They note that Malta's education sector plays a significant role in supporting the growing iGaming workforce. She observes that the country's institutions offer specialized courses and training programs tailored to...
Opinion & Commentary
January 29, 2025
HSBC Sliema: A Test of Patience and Sanity
HSBC Sliema's reputation for inefficiency, long wait times, and poor customer service is well-earned. The bank's bureaucratic hurdles, especially for foreign customers, create unnecessary frustration. Whether you're a local or...
Opinion & Commentary
January 28, 2025
The UK’s Flexible Business Policies Are Better Than Malta’s
With an ever-evolving business landscape, understanding the benefits of flexible business policies is important for your enterprise's success. In comparing the UK and Malta, you will find that the UK's...
Market Analysis
January 27, 2025
Malta’s Rise as an iGaming Hub for Entrepreneurs
They call it the "Silicon Valley of the Mediterranean", and for good reason. Malta has emerged as a hotspot for iGaming entrepreneurs and financial innovators, attracting talent from across the...
Opinion & Commentary
January 22, 2025
Why U.S. Entrepreneurs Prefer Wyoming to Malta
Over recent years, you may have noticed a significant trend of entrepreneurs opting for the United States over European locations like Malta for business incorporation. This post explores the key...
Investigations
January 21, 2025
The Pillars of Löwen Play’s Complex Network
In our November 2024 article, "Löwen Play, Lionline Entertainment and Associated Companies," available here on LinkedIn, we explored the intricate web of operations and compliance questions surrounding Löwen Play GmbH...
Opinion & Commentary
January 18, 2025
FastEx and the Malta Premier League
In what can only be described as a match made in regulatory limbo, FastEx , a crypto-centric company with operations allegedly spread between Armenia and Dubai, has proudly partnered with...
Opinion & Commentary
January 17, 2025
Holding Suppliers and Payment Providers Accountable
According to credible sources, Pragmatic Play recently made the decision to stop supplying its games to unlicensed operators in the UK—a move that appears to reflect growing industry recognition that...