Joseph Attard is a seasoned compliance professional with over a decade of specialized experience in the iGaming sector, focused on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and regulatory compliance. He currently serves as International Compliance Director at Entain PLC, where he oversees compliance operations in more than 20 regulated markets. He is also a key expert in AML/CFT for the EU’s AML/CFT Global Facility, focusing on the gambling sector, a role he has held for the past three years.
Previously, Attard served as Head of Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance at the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA). In that capacity, he was instrumental in establishing the MGA’s AML unit, represented the authority during country assessments, and oversaw multiple compliance departments. He is a certified internal auditor for compliance management systems (ISO37301) and recently completed a bachelor's degree in criminology, researching virtual crime in the Metaverse.
Career History
| Company | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Entain | International Compliance Director | – present |