Malta Gaming Authority softens gambling license reforms
RNs let Malta-based B2C and B2B companies work under licenses from other EU/EEA regulators, or jurisdictions with comparable anti-money laundering rules, without holding an...
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Malta’s new VAT and gaming tax rules take effect
On the VAT side, the new rules clarify which gambling services fall under Malta's VAT exemption, specifically addressing sports betting and some casino products, along with...
MGA suspends Condor’s Malta license
The MGA suspended the license under section 8(1)(f) of its Gaming Compliance and Enforcement Regulations, citing four grounds under regulation 9, including failures to meet...
Malta to introduce new gaming tax rates from October 1
Under Legal Notice 84 of 2026, casino-style games decided by a random number generator, along with virtual sports, poker played against the house, and lotteries, will now be...
Malta to introduce gambling tax reforms on October 1
The Malta Tax and Customs Administration (MTCA) and the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) announced on April 1, 2026, that a set of gambling tax reforms is scheduled to be...
Malta exploring framework to regulate prediction markets
Malta’s Economy Minister Silvio Schembri spoke at the launch of Blockchain.com’s new Malta offices on March 25, 2026, during which he stated that the country was looking into...
Malta Gaming Authority reveals system breach
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has revealed that it has suffered a breach in one of its systems, leading to the activation of its internal response protocols.Detailed...
MGA updates 2026 guide on regulations and player protection
In 2026, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) remains one of the most influential regulators in the global gaming sector. The regulator is widely known for its rigorous...
Malta court rejects Austria’s player losses ruling on Betway
Malta’s First Hall Civil Court ruled on January 15, 2026, that Austria’s decision to impose an €83,000 fine on Betway for player losses violates Malta’s and the EU’s gaming...