EEG iGaming Directory
THE MALTA GAMING AUTHORITY PUBLISHES A WHITE PAPER PROPOSING MAJOR REFORMS TO MALTA’S GAMING LEGAL FRAMEWORK
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has yesterday published a White Paper proposing major reforms to Malta’s Gaming Legal Framework. The main objective behind this proposed overhaul is to repeal all the existing legislation and replace it with a singular primary Act of Parliament entitled the Gaming Act, together with subsidiary legislation covering horizontally the main areas of regulation as well as a series of directives and guidelines issued by the Malta Gaming Authority as the single regulator of this sector. The proposed regulatory framework empowers the MGA to be more agile in its decision-making, and decreasing unnecessary regulatory burdens which are not conducive to the regulatory objectives, whilst concurrently strengthening supervision and focusing the regulator’s efforts on the areas which present a higher risk profile. Furthermore, the proposed reform proposes the enhancement of best-in-class consumer protection standards, responsible gaming measures, a risk-based approach towards regulation and wider powers for the MGA in compliance and enforcement. It also establishes objective-orientated standards to encourage innovation and development.
These proposals are underpinned by a number of initiatives which have been undertaken throughout the preparatory period for this proposed legal overhaul, including various public consultations, technical studies and economic and financial impact assessments. They also reflect the experience which the MGA has garnered from years of experience regulating the sector. Concurrently, the proposals embrace a forward-looking regulatory ethos which seeks to ensure that regulation can cater for new potential sectors whilst reacting proportionately to societal risks.
Key highlights of the changes envisaged include:
> Replacing the current multi-licence system with a system in which there will be two different types of licences – a Business-to-Consumer (B2C) licence and a Business-to-Business (B2B) licence – covering different types of activities across multiple distribution channels;
> Moving towards an objective-based rather than excessively prescriptive regulatory approach, to allow for innovation whilst ensuring that the regulatory objectives are attained;
> Broadening the regulatory scope to increase MGA oversight and allow for intervention where necessary and in a proportionate manner;
> Widening the MGA’s powers under the compliance and enforcement functions to better achieve the regulatory objectives, in line with concurrent developments on anti-money laundering and funding of terrorism obligations;
> Segmenting the Key Official role into various key functions within a licensed activity, requiring approval, for direct scrutiny and targeted supervisory controls, thereby raising the bar for persons of responsibility within a gaming operation;
> Strengthening the player protection framework by formalising the mediatory role of the MGA’s Player Support Unit, enshrining segregation of player funds at law and moving towards a unified self-exclusion database across both remote and land-based delivery channels;
> Introducing new and more effective processes for criminal and administrative justice, including the allocation of appeals from decisions of the Authority to the Administrative Review Tribunal and the introduction of a distinction between administrative and criminal offences;
> Introducing the concept of administration to protect an operation in distress and, if necessary, to assist the winding down of an operation, thereby protecting jobs and player funds;
> Moving towards automated reporting, facilitating adherence to regulatory obligations and strengthening the Authority’s oversight;
> Bolstering the Authority’s role in the fight against manipulation of sports competitions by introducing new obligations on operators to monitor sports betting and report suspicious bets, in line with the efforts being made by the National Anti-Corruption Task Force in which the Authority also participates actively;
> Streamlining taxation into one flow with two main layers;
> Exempting B2B licensees from gaming tax, thus increasing Malta’s competitiveness as a hub for these services providers.
Queries and requests for clarifications with respect to the content of the document, as well as contributions/feedback from interested parties may be sent by email to [email protected] or in writing to:
Dr Edwina Licari
Chief Officer – Legal and EU/International Affairs
Malta Gaming Authority
Level 4, Building SCM02-03,
SmarCity Malta,
Kalkara SCM1001,
Malta.
Closing date for feedback on the aforementioned consultation is Wednesday, 23rd August, 2017.
January 5, London, UK: Babe Casino and BetConstruct partnered up to deliver one of the most dynamic gaming platforms. The online casino is considered highly attractive to players who have an appreciation for a quality gaming experience enhanced by transparency and 100% safety.
The Babe Casino and BetConstruct collaboration shines a welcoming new light on the age old world of online gaming, by adopting a feminine touch that is rarely available in the industry.
Being in league with one of the world’s leading providers of betting and gaming solutions allows all gaming enthusiasts access to unmatched VIP bonuses, top casino games, jaw dropping welcome bonuses and more! In its first year, Babe Casino is nominated for the Best New Casino award at AskGamblers Awards 2018.
Enhanced through BetConstruct, users can visibly witness newfound qualities that provide a unique environment, offering players entertainment and interactive game time that is unbeatable. For players seeking an attentive gaming experience, the casino games are suitably designed for gaming on the go or via PC, making it a popular attraction 24/7. Loyal players are treated to exclusive deals that are alluring to those who enjoy participating in extraordinary bonus deals, industry leading games and free game time. All transactions are protected as Babe Casino and BetConstruct have created a transparently safe and secure infrastructure to assure the privacy of all members.
BetConstruct and Babe Casino strive to enhance the gaming experiences by not only delivering high quality gaming standards, but by also implementing them and keeping existing members pleasantly rewarded through exciting new phases of development for the duration of membership. There’s a load of excitement yet to roll out at this classy, feminine casino, led by the top iGaming entrepreneurs.
About BetConstruct
BetConstruct is an award-winning developer and provider of online and land-based gaming solutions with development, sales and service centres in 15 countries.
BetConstruct’s innovative and proven offerings include an extensive range of market-leading products and services, including Sportsbook, eSports, Sports Data Solutions, Retail Betting Shop Solutions, RNG Casino Suite, Live Dealer Casino and VR Casino, Poker, Skill Games, Fantasy Sports, Social Platform and more.
The multinational iGaming and Sports betting technology partner BtoBet has reshaped its internal structure becoming a larger group today, embracing 2 companies, ITS (I-Trading solution) and IGS (I-Gaming Solutions) that allow the launch of 2 new divisions: BtoBet Sports and BtoBet Games.
ITS is specialized in risk management and trading while IGS is an experienced Games aggregator.
All operating under the same roof and adopting the same foremost technology.
With the new structure, BtoBet offers an even more comprehensive suite of products; Sportsbook platform and services for bookmakers and IGaming Platform and services devoted to the gaming industry.
Commenting on the BtoBet Sports division, BtoBet’s chairman Alessandro Fried stated:
“BtoBet Sports is focused on bookmakers’ needs and sportsbook players’ preferences. A dedicated team ensures the sports-betting brand provides the ultimate betting experience to the bettors. Based on BtoBet’s sports platform Neuron Sport, BtoBet Sports provides a highly customizable frontend for each operator, giving all the tools needed for risk management across all pre-match, live betting and virtual Jackpot betting products.”
About the BtoBet Games division, Fried highlighted:
“This new department is aimed at providing the perfect set of products and services needed for today’s iGaming business. A pull of skilled and dedicated experts assists and satisfies any of operator’s iGaming needs and requirements. The Neuron Casino omnichannel platform, based on Artificial Intelligence technology ensures tailored offers to maximize the effort of delivering the perfect Games offer.”
To conclude, Alessandro Fried announced:
“BtoBet’s new structure offers a bigger trusted team always available to support our Clients in their technical needs by providing advice when needed, flexibility to expand their business and a range of clear and simple products and services. We are able to allow the operators to manage their business autonomously, setting up their own strategies, all without the handicap of technology constraints or the limits of engaging fully-managed platforms. In addition, Btobet is able to supply them all the necessary services to make their own product and offer unique” and concluded “We are proud to present the new BtoBet Group at ICE, stand S1-320.”
About BtoBet
BtoBet is a multinational company and is part of a group with 20 years of experience in software development in IT, finance, telecommunication, e-commerce and banking, strongly committed to technology and widely investing in technology research and development. The experience gained in these advanced environments, allows BtoBet to be visionary in the iGaming and Sports betting industry with a deep understanding of the requirements of the market, catching changing trends and anticipating bookmakers’ and operators’ needs. BtoBet is a true partner in technology, offering a standalone platform and services for the iGaming and Sports Betting industry. It counts on a very talented, continuously trained development team and day to day management support to clients. BtoBet allows licensees to be unique in the market, by giving them the opportunity to completely personalise their offers for Sports betting and iGaming business, online mobile and retail. BtoBet has technical branches with large ever-growing teams of developers in Skopje, Ohrid, Bitola, Belgrade, Nish, Tirana, and Rome. Malta hosts the commercial and marketing centre. Visit our site on: www.btobet.com
NSoft’s VIP client and market leader from Bosnia and Herzegovina Premier Kladionica has enriched its website offer with Lucky Six and Greyhound Races. The games were released on Seven Platform web channel being the first step of complete transition to the new platform.
Lucky Six and Greyhound Races are known as the best performers on the local virtual games market. Premier decided to go with the Seven web channel after excellent results being achieved by the aforementioned games on their retail channel.
The games are available in the area of the Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
NSoft and Premier Kladionica will continue their cooperation and integration of other virtual games using Seven Platform.
Having that in mind NSoft is continuing the expansion on targeted markets and preparing to reveal the novelties at ICE Totally Gaming Show in London on February 4-6, 2018.
In order to learn more about the NSoft’s upcoming projects book a meeting with our sales team following this link: https://goo.gl/xbjTCW.
ABOUT NSOFT
NSoft provides top quality software solutions for gaming and betting industry, including platform, virtual games, sportsbook, and lotteries.
Our unique approach to customers and creative software solutions positioned us as one of the top providers of innovative products for gaming industry. A combination of great products, great people, and great culture played a key role in our growth. We understand that strong and long-term partnerships are essential for further development, so we joined forces with world’s leading sport data provider – Sportradar. This means our products are available through Betradar’s sales channels.
- SEVEN Platform
- Virtual Games
- Lucky Six
- Lucky X
- Next Six
- Greyhound Races
- Virtual Greyhound Races
- Virtual Horse Races
- Virtual Drag Races
- Virtual Motorcycle Speedway
- Sportsbook
- Pre-Match Betting MTS & Self-Managed
- Live Betting MTS
- Pool Betting
- Lotteries
- World Numbers Service (Developed in partnership with Betradar)
- Betradar (games available through NSoft’s sales channels)
- Virtual Football League
- Virtual Tennis Open
- Virtual Basketball League
It is NSoft’s mission to provide betshop owners with powerful and visually appealing platform, amazing virtual games, and data-packed sportsbook, and help them grow their business.
By developing our state-of-the-art software solutions we are devoted to creating a business environment which will maximize our customers’ sales opportunities and empower their company to reach new levels of growth. Our ambition is to continue building value for customers, stakeholders and partners. You are more than welcome to join us on the journey. We would be delighted to work with you!
Contact emails: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
Sector within the industry: betting/gaming software provider
Goa Introduces an Entirely Online Lottery Platform
Catena Media Announces Board Changes
Endorphina Partners with R. Franco Digital to Expand Reach
CT Interactive to Showcase Innovative Gaming Solutions at BEGE 2024
International Game Technology Faces Cybersecurity Breach
DigiPlus Interactive Launches “Pusta de Peligro” Campaign
Danish Gambling Authority Opens Applications for Land-based Bingo Licences
Sportingtech Announces Partnership with Alea
OLYBET PARTNERS WITH WST
CT Interactive announces certification of new games for the Italian market
-
Latest News2 months agoBlueOcean Gaming Wins Best Aggregator 2024 Award at SiGMA East Europe Awards
-
Latest News2 months agoEGT’s bestseller Bell Link with another great success: Its bells are now ringing in the Czech market
-
Latest News2 months ago
BOS/The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling commissions Advisense to strengthen efforts against money laundering
-
Latest News2 months ago
MIRACL partners with Continent 8 to offer its single-step passwordless MFA solution to simplify the login experience
-
Latest News2 months ago
Applications invited to become safer gambling charity for 2025 editions of ICE, iGB Affiliate and iGB L!VE
-
Latest News2 months agoACR Poker’s OSS XL Exceeds Guarantee With Over $46 Million In Prize Pools
-
Latest News2 months agoMatch of LeGGends: Double Down. Highlights of the show match between NAVI and Team Vitality
-
Latest News2 months ago
FBMDS and FBM Foundation host solidarity keepy-uppy initiative at G2E Las Vegas 2024
You must be logged in to post a comment Login