Licensing
51 articles tagged "Licensing".
MGA warns of rogue sites impersonating its licensees
The Malta Gaming Authority has flagged three domains impersonating licensed operators, and reports that 42 of 109 URLs reviewed in 2025 contained fraudulent references to the regulator or its licensees, as part of its ongoing efforts to protect players from unregulated platforms.
New Zealand Opens EOI Phase for Online Casino Licences with Stringent Background Checks
New Zealand has launched the EOI phase for online casino licences, requiring extensive background checks and a minimum capital of NZ$7.5m. Up to 15 licences will be issued, with strict enforcement powers including NZ$5m fines for illegal advertising.
New Zealand kicks off licensing race with EOI call for 15 online casino permits
New Zealand has opened expressions of interest for 15 online casino licences under the Online Casino Gambling Act 2026, with a NZ$19,000 application fee and a NZ$7.5m capital requirement. The process includes an auction in September, with full licensing from October and enforcement against unlicensed operators starting December 2026.
Betsson Q2 Revenue Tops Consensus but Profit Slumps as Regulated Market Taxes and B2B Decline Bite
Betsson's Q2 2026 revenue of €310.2 million beat analyst expectations despite a 2.1% year-over-year increase and record contribution from Latin America, but profits fell sharply due to higher gaming taxes in regulated markets and a slump in B2B licence revenue.
Betsson Posts Record Q2 Revenue but Profits Slide Amid World Cup Boost and B2B Headwinds
Betsson reported record Q2 2026 revenue of €310.2m, up 2% year-on-year, but net income fell 38% to €30.4m, as B2B weakness and higher taxes offset strong B2C growth driven by the FIFA World Cup and Latin America expansion.
Arizona Election Chief Bans Internal Betting on Electoral Events as State Opens New Wagering License Window
Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes banned internal election wagering by state employees to protect electoral integrity, while the Arizona Department of Gaming opened applications for 10 limited event wagering licenses, potentially opening the door for prediction market operators.
Aristocrat's Monopoly Big Board Bucks Makes Puerto Rico Debut
Aristocrat Gaming has launched Monopoly Big Board Bucks in Puerto Rico, making the slot available at 14 casinos via the Jackpot del Encanto link following an event at Casino Metro in San Juan.
Novibet appoints Christos Lamprou as Global Brand Activation Lead
Novibet appoints Christos Lamprou as Global Brand Activation Lead, adding over 25 years of marketing experience as the operator expands internationally with a recent Ireland license and new supplier partnerships.
Play'n GO Launches in Alberta as Third Canadian Regulated Market
Play'n GO has launched in Alberta's newly regulated iGaming market, becoming the company's third Canadian province with over ten operators live on day one. The move follows a licence from the AGLC and aligns with Alberta's market opening on July 13, 2026, which aims to capture unregulated wagering activity.
Mozambique Approves Dedicated Legal Framework for Online Gambling Sector
Mozambique's Council of Ministers has approved a new regulation that establishes online gambling as a distinct vertical with its own licensing, separate from land-based casinos, responding to declining casino tax revenue linked to rising digital play.
Kenya’s Gambling Control Act Ushers in Structured Regulation and Tax Stability, Attracting International Attention
Kenya's Gambling Control Act, effective August 2025, replaces the 1966 framework with the Gambling Regulatory Authority, introduces stable tax rates (5% on withdrawals and deposits), requires 30% Kenyan ownership for licensees, and enforces strict advertising and online controls, drawing positive responses from local stakeholders and international firms like Super Group.
Gibraltar Hosts Europe’s First Prediction Markets Summit as New Licensing Regime Takes Effect
Gibraltar’s new dedicated prediction-market regulations came into force in July 2026, and the territory will host Europe’s first Prediction Markets Summit Europe in November, with Minister Nigel Feetham opening the event. The summit will address regulatory classification, cross-border licensing, and market integrity as Gibraltar positions itself as a regulated hub for prediction markets, contrasting with the fragmented European regulatory landscape.