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Finance News, Laws
May 3, 2025
Malta Leads in Crypto Trust Company Regulation
Most investors and stakeholders in the cryptocurrency space recognize Malta as a pivotal jurisdiction for crypto-friendly trust companies. As a regulatory hub, Malta promotes a unique blend of innovation and...
Laws
May 3, 2025
How Malta’s courts favour licensees over whistleblowers
With a legal landscape that often prioritizes the rights of licensed entities, Malta's courts have garnered attention for their treatment of whistleblowers. This post explores the nuances of judicial decisions...
iGaming News, Laws
May 2, 2025
MGA clarifies audit procedures and new compliance terms
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), one of Europe’s most influential gaming regulators, has issued additional clarification on its revised audit and review procedures. Although these updates were introduced last year,...
iGaming News, Laws
May 2, 2025
Mindway AI partners with BetComply for safer gambling
Mindway AI, an award-winning company specializing in safer gambling software, has entered into a strategic partnership with BetComply, one of the most trusted firms in iGaming’s technical and regulatory compliance...
Finance News, Laws
May 2, 2025
Malta’s regulatory sandbox as a financial grey zone
Over the past few years, Malta has emerged as a key player in the global financial landscape, particularly through its innovative regulatory sandbox designed for fintech and blockchain startups. This...
Laws
May 2, 2025
The contradiction between Malta’s laws and practices
Just a glance at Malta's legal framework reveals a stark contrast between established laws and their real-world application. While the country prides itself on a progressive legal system, discrepancies persist...
Laws
May 2, 2025
How nominee services blur ownership trails in Malta
Malta has become an attractive hub for businesses and investors seeking to navigate the complexities of global finance and taxation. One of the key factors contributing to this appeal is...
iGaming News, Laws
May 1, 2025
Norsk Tipping faces $4.4M fine over lottery draw errors
The Norwegian state-owned lottery operator, Norsk Tipping, is under fire after a lengthy investigation uncovered years of critical technical and procedural errors that may have wrongly awarded lottery prizes to...
Laws
May 1, 2025
Malta’s Transparency Laws and Their Limitations
Malta has long been at the center of discussions regarding its transparency laws, which are often overlooked and inadequately enforced. Despite lawmakers' intentions, systemic issues such as political patronage, inadequate...
iGaming News, Laws
April 30, 2025
KSA orders Chestoption to halt crypto gambling operations
The Dutch Gaming Authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has taken decisive steps against Chestoption Sociedad de Responsibilidad Limitada, a firm running multiple cryptocurrency-driven gambling websites. The operator has been issued an order...
iGaming News, Laws
April 30, 2025
IBIA reports 63 suspicious betting alerts in Q1 2025
The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has released its report for the first quarter of 2025, detailing a total of 63 suspicious betting alerts forwarded to the relevant sports and...
Laws
April 30, 2025
How MFSA Handles Complaints and Paper Trail Gaps
You may have heard concerns regarding the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) and its handling of complaints related to paper trail gaps. This blog post aims to explore how the...
iGaming News, Laws
April 29, 2025
Gamstop reports 1% of UK adults self-excluded
Gamstop, the UK’s national online self-exclusion scheme for gambling, has published its annual report, revealing that over 560,000 people—equivalent to approximately 1% of the UK’s adult population—have registered with its...
iGaming News, Laws
April 29, 2025
Sumsub Liveness passes iBeta biometric fraud test
Sumsub, a global tech company specializing in identity verification and anti-fraud solutions, has announced a major milestone in the development of its Liveness detection technology. The firm’s solution has officially...
iGaming News, Laws
April 29, 2025
CT Interactive to boost regulatory compliance with VIXIO
CT Interactive, a renowned developer of cutting-edge online gaming content, has announced a strategic alliance with VIXIO, a leading provider of regulatory intelligence and compliance solutions for the global gaming...
iGaming News, Laws
April 29, 2025
MGA Warns Casinowinner.io Over False Licensing Claims
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), a globally recognized gaming regulator, has issued a stern public warning against Casinowinner.io, an online gambling platform. The Malta Gaming Authority stated that the website...
iGaming News, Laws
April 29, 2025
Mindway AI and Hommerson Online partner for safer gaming
Mindway AI, a Danish technology company specializing in responsible gambling solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Hommerson Amusement, a longstanding pillar in the Dutch gaming industry. This collaboration will...
Laws
April 29, 2025
How Malta platforms avoid FATF crypto compliance
With the rise of cryptocurrency, jurisdictions like Malta have become focal points for regulatory discussions, particularly regarding adherence to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) guidelines. This blog post examines...
Laws
April 29, 2025
Addressing False Filings in Malta’s Company Register
With the absence of sanctions for false filings in Malta's company register, concerns regarding the integrity of corporate data have emerged. This situation raises important questions about accountability and the...
iGaming News, Laws
April 28, 2025
iDenfy helps Coolbet streamline identity verification
iDenfy, a prominent provider of identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, has recently forged a strategic partnership with Coolbet, an innovative online gaming platform recognized for its transparency and commitment...
Laws
April 28, 2025
The trust registry loopholes in Malta’s legal framework
Many professionals and stakeholders within the legal and financial sectors are increasingly scrutinizing the trust registry in Malta for its apparent loopholes. These gaps in the legal framework present significant...
Laws
April 28, 2025
Malta’s Data Protection Rules and Its Impact
Exploitation of Malta's data protection rules has become a concerning trend, as companies navigate loopholes in legislation to benefit their operations. While Malta is lauded for its robust data privacy...
iGaming News, Laws
April 26, 2025
Foreign gambling decline boosts Norway’s regulated market
The latest annual report from the Norwegian Lottery Authority offers a detailed insight into the evolving dynamics of the country’s gambling industry. The findings illustrate a significant downturn in the...
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
April 26, 2025
Mansion Group: Jurisdictions of convenience and the limits of regulation
Unpacking the legal complexity behind Mansion Group’s global operations across Gibraltar, BVI, Malta, and Curaçao.
Laws
April 26, 2025
Challenges in Enforcing Foreign Judgments in Malta
It's crucial to understand the implications when Maltese regulators do not enforce foreign judgments. This lack of action can hinder international legal disputes and erode trust in Malta's judicial framework....
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
April 25, 2025
UKGC – Why does accountability end when a gambling firm surrenders?
UKGC dropped the Mansion case after licence surrender—no fine, no justice. What does this mean for gambling regulation?