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MGA sets 2026 reviews on crypto controls and sports betting integrity

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The Malta Gaming Authority set its 2026 supervisory priorities around compliance, player protection and sports betting integrity. It plans reviews of operators’ controls for cash and crypto assets, checks on risks involving athletes betting on their sports and esports betting, and closer scrutiny of monthly alternative dispute resolution reporting.

Operators under MGA supervision will face targeted reviews of crypto controls, betting integrity and complaint reporting.

End-of-day close Evoke (EVOK), GBp, to 27 April 2026
Story date27 January 202627 April 2026

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