Prediction Markets
March 26, 2026
Malta Eyes First EU Rules for Prediction Markets
Malta is considering a new regulatory step that could place it at the forefront of an expanding digital finance segment. The government has begun its assessment of how to introduce a legal framework for prediction markets, a sector that has momentum and draws increasing attention from investors and regulators. Malta Explores Regulating Prediction Markets to […]
Industry
March 24, 2026
MGA Cybersecurity Breach Threatens to Expose Industry Secrets
A security breach at the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has heightened tensions, as a German cybersecurity researcher now claims to hold sensitive data tied to one of Europe’s leading gambling hubs. Earlier this month, the authority confirmed it had detected unauthorized system access, activated containment measures, and launched an internal investigation. The MGA Holds Extensive […]
Casino
March 9, 2026
Class Action Filed Over SkyCity’s Malta-Based Online Casino
A legal challenge has been launched against SkyCity Entertainment Group over its offshore online casino operations, paving the way for a large class action that seeks compensation for gambling losses accumulated over several years. SkyCity Faces Lawsuit Testing Legality of Online Gaming Platform The New Zealand-based casino and entertainment operator disclosed in a market update […]
Business
February 18, 2026
Super Technologies to Acquire Maxbet Online’s Assets in Romania and Malta
Super Technologies, the company formerly known as Superbet, has continued its growth with a major new acquisition. According to the global technology & entertainment company’s latest announcement, it has now penned an agreement to acquire Maxbet Online’s operations in Romania and Malta. Super Technologies Sets Out to Expand Its CEE Presence Super Technologies, which recently […]
Business
February 2, 2026
Meridianbet Wraps Up Fairbet Acquisition to Grow in Malta
Gaming and betting operator Meridianbet announced that it has completed its acquisition of fellow gaming operator Fairbet. With Fairbet being a holder of a gaming license in Malta, the deal will allow Meridianbet to grow its local presence. Meridianbet Solidifies Its Presence in Malta According to Meridianbet’s official announcement, the company now has full ownership […]
Industry
January 15, 2026
EU Court‘s New Law Might Drastically Change Malta’s Gaming Scene
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruled that players may rely on the laws of their country of residence when bringing claims against operators lacking a local license, a decision that could have major implications for Malta’s grey-market gambling framework. CJEU Accepts New Law that Might Undermine Malta’s Model According to the […]
Industry
November 28, 2025
MGA Warns Two Gambling Websites Are Illegally Claiming a Maltese License
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) issued a public warning after discovering that two gambling sites, lavbet321.com and kasinoseta.com, were wrongly claiming to be licensed in Malta. The Authority stated that claims implying these platforms are approved to operate in Malta are untrue, and warned that unlicensed websites present significant risks to consumers who use them […]
Business
November 20, 2025
Sky Bet Faces Political Backlash in the UK After Shifting Headquarters to Malta
Sky Bet’s move to Malta has sparked a fresh political debate in the UK, with former prime minister Gordon Brown urging MPs to examine whether gambling companies are using relocation strategies to reduce their tax obligations in the UK. Brown released a sharply worded statement, following revelations that Flutter Entertainment, Sky Bet’s parent company, could […]
Business
November 19, 2025
Sky Bet’s Relocation to Malta Sparks Scrutiny
Flutter-owned UK operator Sky Bet has relocated its HQ to Malta, potentially saving it millions of pounds in taxes. The relocation was announced earlier this year alongside plans for layoffs. Sky Bet Relocates HQ to Malta The relocation of Sky Bet’s HQ to Malta was announced to employees in June, when the company warned […]
Legal
November 17, 2025
GiG Sidesteps Austrian Player Claims After Malta Court Decision
Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) has taken a decisive step to distance itself from Austrian player reimbursement claims that could have had wide-ranging implications. According to a recent Next.io report, the operator secured a favorable ruling from a Maltese court, allowing it to dissolve its dormant white-label subsidiary MT SecureTrade Limited, protecting the parent company from […]
