Play971 offers sports betting in UAE as first B2C iGaming product
Licences & markets · SectorWire deskSource published
Summary
Play971 has made sports betting available to UAE residents. The platform became the first business-to-consumer iGaming and sports wagering offer in the UAE in November, according to the report.
Why it matters
The launch gives UAE customers a regulated route to sports wagering and sets an early benchmark for other operators seeking entry.
Cite as: SectorWire, “Play971 offers sports betting in UAE as first B2C iGaming product”, 5 June 2026, https://sectorwire.news/item/play971-offers-sports-betting-in-uae-as-first-b2c-igaming-product/
Key facts
- Parties
- Play971, Coin Technology Projects
- Market
- UAE