16 OctLicences & markets
Hacksaw launches prediction-markets platform after MGA licence extension
Operators can introduce peer-to-peer prediction markets using Hacksaw’s infrastructure and shared participation framework.
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Hacksaw, Mozzartbet, GAMOMAT, HGMT Limited, Zitro Digital, Zitro
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Regulators
Licence holders named by regulators (in our records)
- Mozzartbet Malta
- TaDa Gaming
- Blueprint Gaming
- Evenbeter
- Condor Malta
- HGMT Limited
- GAMOMAT RGS Ltd
- GAMOMAT
- 1X2 Network
- Bingoal
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Timeline
Newest first, grouped by month.
October 2026
16 OctRegulation
MGA reports 48 unusual-betting notifications in Q3 2026
The figures distinguish suspicious events and accounts from notifications received and alerts shared by the MGA.
16 OctLicences & markets
MGA extends HGMT’s B2B licence for Type 3 services
The extension supports Hacksaw’s supplier platform, while operators must still meet destination-market licensing requirements.
15 OctRegulation
MGA receives 48 suspicious sports betting reports in Q3 2026
The alerts give sports bodies information to assess potential integrity threats identified through betting monitoring and licensed operators.
7 OctLicences & markets
Zitro Digital renews Malta supplier licence until 2036
Zitro Digital’s renewal maintains its authorisation to supply online gaming products under its MGA licence until 2036.
2 OctRegulation
Court ruling supports expression and press freedoms in Malta–Wittmann dispute
The ruling supports expression and press freedoms surrounding research into German tax losses from illegal gambling and the MGA.
September 2026
30 SepRegulation
Malta’s Revised VAT and Gaming Tax Frameworks Take Effect on 1 October
Operators need to apply the revised VAT and gaming tax treatment and meet the stated reporting deadlines.
28 SepEnforcement & compliance
Malta Gaming Authority suspends Condor Malta authorisation
Condor can no longer operate, while players must retain access to view their accounts.
25 SepEnforcement & compliance
MGA says 12 websites falsely claim links to Maltese licences
The warning helps consumers distinguish unauthorised sites from operators actually connected to the Malta Gaming Authority.
18 SepRegulation
MGA and MDIA launch voluntary AI framework for gaming
Gaming organisations can use the voluntary charter’s guidance on AI governance, transparency and human oversight alongside existing rules.
11 SepRegulation
MGA accepts qualified electronic signatures for regulatory submissions in Malta
MGA document submitters can use qualified electronic signatures while remaining responsible for meeting EU eIDAS requirements.
11 SepRegulation
MGA recognises qualified electronic signatures for official documentation in Malta
MGA recognition permits qualified electronic signatures defined under eIDAS for regulatory, supervisory, operational and administrative submissions.
11 SepRegulation
MGA recognises qualified electronic signatures for submitted documents
MGA recognition clarifies that operators can use qualified electronic signatures in documentation submitted to the authority.
7 SepRegulation
MGA assesses prediction markets under Malta’s existing licensing framework
The MGA’s assessment could establish whether existing gambling licences accommodate prediction market products.
2 SepLicences & markets
Mozzartbet plans Mozzart.com closure under Malta licence on 1 October
Affiliate commissions cover activity through 30 September before Mozzart.com operations and its affiliate programme end on 1 October 2026.
2 SepPeople moves
Michael Waterfield becomes CCO at Malta-based casino supplier
The appointment adds commercial leadership as the supplier targets expansion across regulated markets.
2 SepLicences & markets
Mozzartbet ends Malta-licensed Mozzart.com operations from 1 October
Mozzartbet’s withdrawal from its MGA licence will close Mozzart.com on 1 October 2026.
2 SepLicences & markets
MGA grants GAMOMAT supplier licence in Malta
GAMOMAT’s MGA approval permits it to supply casino games to operators licensed under Malta’s regulatory framework.
1 SepLicences & markets
MGA grants GAMOMAT B2B licence in Malta
The licence gives GAMOMAT regulatory authorisation relevant to its regulated growth.
August 2026
31 AugRegulation
Malta’s gambling regulator confirms unauthorised access to its systems
Uncertainty over exposed personal, financial or internal records leaves the scope of Malta’s gambling regulator breach unresolved.
14 AugDeals & M&A
Evoplay integrates games across IZIGROUP brands in Malta
The integration gives Evoplay distribution across IZIGROUP’s three Maltese online brands.
4 AugEnforcement & compliance
MGA warns seven websites falsely claim authorisation
The notice disputes the websites’ claimed connection to the MGA.
3 AugEnforcement & compliance
MGA rejects licensing claims by seven websites
The notice warns consumers that the websites’ claimed MGA licensing links are invalid.
3 AugEnforcement & compliance
MGA rejects licence claims by seven gambling websites
The notice challenges the seven sites’ claims of MGA authorisation.
July 2026
29 JulRegulation
MGA review identifies governance weaknesses among licensed companies
The findings identify governance shortcomings across both operators and suppliers in the licensed sample.
28 JulRegulation
MGA records 48 suspicious betting reports in second quarter
The report quantifies the regulator’s suspicious-betting reporting and investigation activity.
28 JulRegulation
MGA publishes second-quarter suspicious betting figures
The report provides a quarterly measure of suspicious betting reports received by MGA.
28 JulRegulation
MGA records 48 suspicious betting reports in second quarter
The report identifies football as the main focus of suspicious betting concerns.
16 JulEnforcement & compliance
MGA warns about websites impersonating licensed operators
The notice warns consumers against mistaking imitation websites for licensed operators.
8 JulRegulation
MGA outlines AI-led regulatory approach in annual report
The stated regulatory approach covers both operator and supplier licensing in Malta.
June 2026
5 JunRegulation
MGA calls for closer bookmaker monitoring before 2026 World Cup
Licensed bookmakers face monitoring warnings ahead of the tournament across several markets.
Recent developments
Licences
- Hacksaw launches prediction-markets platform after MGA licence extension
Operators can introduce peer-to-peer prediction markets using Hacksaw’s infrastructure and shared participation framework.
- MGA extends HGMT’s B2B licence for Type 3 services
The extension supports Hacksaw’s supplier platform, while operators must still meet destination-market licensing requirements.
- Zitro Digital renews Malta supplier licence until 2036
Zitro Digital’s renewal maintains its authorisation to supply online gaming products under its MGA licence until 2036.
Enforcement & compliance
- Malta Gaming Authority suspends Condor Malta authorisation
Condor can no longer operate, while players must retain access to view their accounts.
- MGA says 12 websites falsely claim links to Maltese licences
The warning helps consumers distinguish unauthorised sites from operators actually connected to the Malta Gaming Authority.
- MGA warns seven websites falsely claim authorisation
The notice disputes the websites’ claimed connection to the MGA.
Deals
- Evoplay integrates games across IZIGROUP brands in Malta
The integration gives Evoplay distribution across IZIGROUP’s three Maltese online brands.
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