Online gambling provider LeoVegas Group has joined the ranks of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) as a member. Joining EGBA represents a clear statement by LeoVegas of its commitment to being a key contributor to industry cooperation and standards setting. The operator will leverage its membership to advocate for stronger EGBA representation across key regions, such as the …
Read More »Tag Archives: Carl Brincat
LeoVegas nets Carl Brincat as new Policy and Regulatory Affairs lead
LeoVegas AB has confirmed the inbound appointment of Carl Brincat, former Chief Executive of the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), as the new Director of Policy and Regulatory Affairs. Joining in August, Brincat will form part of LeoVegas’ regulatory compliance team led by Chief Legal Officer (CLO) Abby Cosgrave. An expert in all disciplines related to igaming policies, licensing, and the …
Read More »MGA takes away Rush Gaming’s Malta licence citing regulatory breaches
Rush Gaming Limited has been ordered to cease operations by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) with immediate effect. Under the Gaming Compliance and Enforcement Regulations, the company is no longer an MGA licensee holder and therefore must halt all of its B2C gaming operations in the country, which include services like online casino and fixed-odd betting, among others. However, MGA …
Read More »Charles Mizzi to take over from Carl Brincat as MGA CEO
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has announced that Charles Mizzi will succeed Carl Brincat as CEO. Effective from 26 January 2024, the appointment follows the public call issued on 30 October this year, and the selection process which ensued thereafter. Mizzi will be shadowing Brincat throughout January to ‘ensure a smooth transition’ at the helm of the Authority. Minister for …
Read More »MGA launches dedicated ESG Code for online gambling
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has announced a landmark initiative, becoming the first regulatory authority to introduce an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Code of Good Practice specifically designed for the online gambling sector. Hosting a press conference, MGA leadership cited: “The ESG Code seeks to serve as an instrument for self-regulation, helping remote gaming companies align with best practices …
Read More »MGA begins CEO hunt as Carl Brincat confirms 2024 exit
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has formally announced that Carl Brincat will conclude his tenure as CEO in January 2024. The announcement sees the MGA undertake an executive search to find Brincat’s successor, who has led the Maltese authority since January 2021 proceeding former CEO Heathcliff Farrugia. Prior to serving as CEO, Brincat held several prominent roles within the MGA’s …
Read More »Take a tour around the igaming world at CasinoBeats Summit 2022
CasinoBeats Summit 2022 is set to provide delegates with a whirlwind tour of the igaming world when the Global Casino conference track presents in-depth examinations of the latest developments in both emerging and established markets. The igaming industry conference and exhibition takes place on 24-26 May, when 2,000 delegates will gather at the InterContinental in St Julian’s, Malta to hear …
Read More »Italian sting implicates Malta businesses in money laundering network
Italy’s federal police force has arrested 12 suspects connected to its ‘Operation Game Over II’ criminal investigation of illegal and mafia-associated gambling websites. A dozen individuals have been charged on counts of criminal conspiracy to carry out the ‘fraudulent conveyance of assets’ through illicit online gambling businesses. Investigators cited that the suspects were processing illegal online wagers via websites belonging …
Read More »