Aristocrat to be the first gaming vendor in the UAE
The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority of the United Arab Emirates awarded a gaming vendor license to the well-known slot company Aristocrat.
With its debut in the United Arab Emirates, Aristocrat will provide land-based gaming machines and online casino content to those operators who are licensed to operate in the UAE. The company to secure the first commercial gaming license in the UAE was Wynn Resorts on October 5.
Aristocrat Gaming CEO Hector Fernandez said in the press release:
“We are honored to be the first large, international technology provider to be awarded a gaming-related vendor license to serve the UAE market. At Aristocrat, our vision is to deliver the best seat in the house wherever and whenever the world plays. We look forward to doing so by providing premium content for players in the UAE while simultaneously encouraging responsible gameplay.”
Gaming sector in the UAE
With its unique blend of modernity and tradition, the UAE offers a promising landscape for gaming establishments looking to expand their reach. Back in September, MGM also targeted the UAE.
Bill Hornbuckle, CEO of MGM Resorts, commented then:
“Dubai has not opined on gaming yet. I hope and believe we’ll hear more from Abu Dhabi later this year about the federal mandate and federal oversight, and we’ll go from there.”
As the UAE is positioning itself as an attractive destination for commercial gaming, it will be essential to balance innovation with responsible gaming practices to ensure a sustainable future for all shareholders involved.