Regulator
Companies offering regulator in the iGaming industry — 19 listed.
Gibraltar Gambling Division
Suite 912, Europort, Gibraltar
The Gibraltar Gambling Division is the executive regulatory body responsible for licensing, supervising, and enforcing compliance within Gibraltar’s remote gambling sector. Operating under the Ministry of Justice, Trade and Industry, it draws its statutory authority from the Gibraltar Gambling Act 2005. The Division vets and issues remote gambling licences for both business-to-consumer and business-to-business operators, monitors conduct, ensures game integrity, combats money laundering, and protects consumer interests. It also advises the Licensing Authority and the Gambling Commissioner on policy matters. Gibraltar’s framework is widely regarded as a “gold standard” in global iGaming, attracting blue‑chip operators such as bet365, William Hill, and Entain. The Division manages the entire local gambling ecosystem, including remote casinos, sports betting, poker, bingo, and software suppliers. In 2025‑2026 it drove a modernisation effort culminating in a new Gambling Bill that introduces enhanced consumer protections, streamlined licensing, and a dedicated framework for prediction markets. The Division collaborates with international regulators and the Gibraltar Betting and Gaming Association to maintain the territory’s reputation as a well‑regulated, business‑friendly hub.
Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Bulgaria
102 Rakovski Street, Sofia, Bulgaria
The Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Bulgaria is the central government body steering the country's fiscal policy, budget, and financial regulation. Founded in 1879 under the Tarnovo Constitution, it is one of the oldest ministries of the modern Bulgarian state. The Ministry is responsible for drafting the annual state budget, managing sovereign debt, overseeing tax and customs administration, and regulating financial markets, insurance, pension funds, and gambling through its subordinate agencies. It supervises key institutions including the National Revenue Agency, the Customs Agency, the Bulgarian Development Bank, and the State Commission on Gambling. Beyond domestic fiscal management, the Ministry coordinates the absorption of European Union funds and implements economic reforms under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan. Its financial literacy portal provides public resources on personal finance. The Ministry operates from its headquarters in Sofia and is led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Galab Donev. In 2025, it continued its fiscal consolidation path under the Medium-Term Budget Plan 2025–2028 and played a pivotal role in deploying EU-backed programmes like JEREMIE, which has channelled over €1.6 billion to Bulgarian SMEs.
Inspeção Geral de Jogos (IGJ)
Avenida Vlademir, Prédio 33, 4° Andar, Flat 408, Maputo, Mozambique
Inspeção Geral de Jogos (IGJ) – Mozambique is the state agency responsible for regulating, supervising, and inspecting all gambling activities within the Republic of Mozambique. Operating under the Ministry of Economy and Finance, the IGJ oversees land‑based casinos, slot‑machine halls, sports betting (both physical and online), lotteries, and social games. Its core mandate includes issuing operating licences, ensuring compliance with the national gambling law, enforcing anti‑money laundering (AML) and counter‑financing of terrorism (CFT) measures, promoting responsible gambling, and protecting players. The IGJ also monitors licensed entities through regular inspections and requires operators to implement rigorous AML/KYC procedures. In 2026, the agency integrated its compliance framework with the Softlabs platform, enabling streamlined reporting for operators. The IGJ maintains a public portal where players can verify licensed entities, request self‑exclusion, and access responsible‑gaming resources. While the agency operates primarily in Portuguese, it engages in international cooperation to align with global best practices. Its headquarters are in Maputo, the capital. The current Inspector‑General, António de Almeida, leads the organisation. The IGJ’s regulatory framework is considered one of the most transparent in Eastern Africa, making Mozambique an emerging hub for regulated iGaming.
Gaming Commission of Ghana
31 Fifth Circular Road, Cantonments, Accra, Ghana
The Gaming Commission of Ghana is the statutory authority responsible for regulating, controlling, monitoring, and supervising all operations of games of chance in Ghana. Established under the Gaming Act 2006 (Act 721), the Commission operates as a body corporate under the Ministry of the Interior. Its jurisdiction covers casinos, sports betting (both land-based and online), route operations (slot machines), importation and installation of gaming equipment, promotional gaming, betting on horse racing, scratch cards, and bingo. The Commission licenses operators, enforces compliance with the law, advises the government on gaming policy, investigates complaints, determines minimum bankroll requirements, and ensures that licensees maintain financial integrity. With a vision to achieve an enviable and sustainable world-class gaming industry for national development, the Commission strives to maintain integrity, consistency, transparency, and professionalism. Ghana's gaming market is among the most vibrant in West Africa, driven by a young, digitally active population and a strong passion for football. The Commission's regulatory framework, centered on the Gaming Act, has evolved from earlier legislation (including the Lotteries and Betting Act 1960 and the Casino Licensing Decree 1975) to create a structured licensing environment. In 2026, the Commission celebrated its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of formal gaming regulation in the country.
The Gaming, Lottery, and Casino division of the Ministry of Finance, Republic of South Sudan, is the government entity responsible for the regulation, licensing, and oversight of all gambling activities within the country. This includes sports betting, lotteries, traditional casinos, and any emerging forms of electronic gaming. Operating under the authority of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning, the entity is tasked with ensuring that all gaming operations comply with South Sudanese law, maintain integrity, and contribute to national revenue. The regulatory environment is still in its formative stages, reflecting the broader challenges of governance and infrastructure development in the world's newest nation. In recent years, the government has signaled a move toward formalizing the sector through better licensing regimes and integration with digital payment systems, partly in response to the growth of unlicensed operators. The body serves as the primary point of contact for both international operators seeking a regulated market and local stakeholders in the hospitality and entertainment sectors. Its remit includes consumer protection from problem gambling, anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, and the technical approval of gaming equipment. As the market matures, this regulatory arm is expected to play a crucial role in attracting foreign investment while balancing social responsibility.
Gambling Regulatory Authority
Dublin, Ireland
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is the statutory body responsible for regulating all forms of gambling, betting, gaming, and certain lotteries in Ireland. Established under the Gambling Regulation Act 2022, the Authority became operational in 2023 and began accepting licence applications in 2024, with the first licences granted in 2025. Headquartered in Dublin, the GRAI operates independently under government oversight and is tasked with protecting consumers, preventing gambling harm, and ensuring a fair and transparent market. It issues operating licences to online and land-based operators, B2B suppliers, and key personnel, and enforces compliance with anti-money laundering and responsible gambling requirements. The regulator is led by Chief Executive Anne Marie Caulfield, who brings extensive public-sector experience from the Residential Tenancies Board and the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. The GRAI works closely with the Health Service Executive on problem gambling initiatives and manages a public register of licensed entities. In 2025, it faced scrutiny after granting licences to companies linked to black-market betting networks, highlighting ongoing challenges in its enforcement mandate.
CONAJZAR – Comisión Nacional de Juegos de Azar
Leonismo Paraguayo N° 330 esquina Dr. Bestard, Barrio Manorá, Asunción, Paraguay
CONAJZAR (Comisión Nacional de Juegos de Azar) is the central regulatory authority for all gambling activities in Paraguay, established by Law No. 1.016/1997 and operating under the National Directorate of Tax Revenue (DNIT) since a 2025 restructuring. The commission licenses, supervises, and enforces compliance across games of chance including lottery (Quiniela), casinos, bingo, sports betting, horse and greyhound racing, and promotional draws. A landmark reform in 2025 (Law No. 7.438/2025 and Decree No. 3.846/2025) eliminated the state monopoly on Quiniela, opened the market to up to three private operators, and granted CONAJZAR enhanced powers to seize illegal equipment, block unlicensed online platforms, and refer criminal cases to prosecutors. Fiscal revenues are distributed 30% to the Directorate of Beneficence (DIBEN), 30% to municipalities, and the remainder to national social programs. In 2025, CONAJZAR reported annual revenue of approximately USD 28 million, a 22.8% increase year-on-year. The commission is headquartered in Asunción and has been a regular member of the Ibero-American lottery and betting corporation CIELAE for over two decades, contributing to regional regulatory harmonization.