Casino
March 2, 2022
Casino Maltese Expels Russian Ambassador over War in Ukraine
Casino Maltese will no longer admit on its premises the ambassador of the Russian Federation in Malta, Andrey Lopukhov. The diplomat has lost his membership and will no longer be able to attend the exclusive social club in retaliation to President Vladimir Putin’s unprovoked aggression against its democratic neighbor. Cold Snap in Diplomatic Relations On […]
Industry
February 21, 2022
Glitnor Group Acquired KaFe Rocks to Enter Lead Generation
Online casino games provider and operator Glitnor Group announced today the acquisition of KaFe Rocks, an iGaming affiliate company, for an undisclosed sum. Entering the Lead Generation Space The acquisition of KaFe Rocks, a gambling affiliate business operating out of Malta, announced the entry of Glitnor Group into the online gambling lead generation space and […]
Legal
January 18, 2022
Yorgen Fenech Claims Witness Lied in Maltese Journalist’s Murder Case
It’s been over four years since journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia was murdered while covering a story about corruption in the country’s government. However, the case that rocked the Malta Gaming Authority, and the entire gaming industry, is still dragging through the court system. One of the prime suspects allegedly involved in orchestrating the murder, millionaire […]
Industry
January 4, 2022
KaFe Rocks Allows Employees Unlimited Holidays, Mental Health Support
The Maltese iGaming company KaFe Rocks, as well as its Time2play brand, have decided to demonstrate their devotion to their employees by offering them an unlimited number of holiday days on top of access to mental health support. This new initiative will be executed with the help of the mental health charity Richmond Foundation. KaFe […]
Legal
January 3, 2022
Malta Court Ruling Gave Gambling Addict Second Chance
A misappropriation court case covered by the Times of Malta is the latest example of the impact gambling addiction could have on professional and personal aspects of life. This time, the outcome seems to be optimal for both the addict and the public, though. Gambling Problem Leads to Siphoning Company Money The first working day […]
Legal
December 20, 2021
MGA Executive under Investigation, May Face Charges for Data Misuse
As one of the most lucrative jurisdictions in the EU for gambling, Malta has gotten the attention of many operators. The country’s tax rate combined with its EU membership makes it an attractive destination for gambling operators. Currently, the gambling industry in the country is regulated by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA). Despite the growing […]
Industry
December 6, 2021
MGA’s Top Legal Advisor Resigns, Moves to Private Sector
The Malta Gaming Authority has been making a lot of changes at the top this year and the latest one is the departure of Dr Yanica Sant, the regulator’s top legal advisor. Sant will remain with the MGA until February 2022 and should continue to assist on various tasks so long as they do not […]
Industry
November 30, 2021
Malta: Negotiating Minimum Tax Rate Carve-Outs and Concessions
Malta is mulling on how to sweeten the impact on businesses, including some large gambling companies headquartered in the island country, from the upcoming tax rate hike in 2023, an article in the Times of Malta speculates. Gambling Hub Status under Threat The new corporate tax that will be introduced will be in line with […]
Casino
November 26, 2021
Digitain Obtains MGA License, Prepares to Pivot Fast Games Portfolio
Digitain continues to gather momentum as the company has obtained a license from the Malta Gaming Authority, granting the supplier immediate access to new markets and hundreds of operators. The company feels confident in its ability to deliver as exemplified by the MGA’s vote of confidence that will allow the company to present new and […]
Esports
November 5, 2021
Esports Technologies to Host a CS:GO Tournament at SiGMA
Esports Technologies will host an exclusive Counter-Strike: Global Offensive Tournament during the SiGMA expo held at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Center from November 15 through November 19. The event, aptly dubbed, Sigma Esports Technologies Cup, will pit retired or highly-regarded legends of the game against some of the most talented present-day competitors. The event […]