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King Billy Casino, a proud holder of MGA license

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6 years ago

April 10, 2020

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One of the world’s most beautiful archipelagos (yes, Malta is not just one island). Set of epic films and TV shows, like Troy, Gladiator and Game of Thrones. A walker’s paradise during almost all seasons of the year, with stunning views from dramatic cliff edges. Fantastic cuisine. Picturesque capital Valetta.

And yet, when it comes to online gaming, there is something more in Malta than the above, something that has turned it into the Mecca of the gambling world. We are talking of course about the Malta Gaming Authority which has become the world’s preferred remote gaming regulator. Don’t get us wrong Curacao license holders, your license is still decent, but Malta is in a league of its own.

How have the Malta Gaming Authority done it? By offering a solid legal framework for service providers, operators and online players. Any company which wishes to obtain the coveted MGA gambling license has to meet a number of strict criteria, ranging from ownership structure and credibility to integrity and competence.

Which brings us to the happy news from the King Billy Kingdom. It was due and it is now a fact, that King Billy Casino, owner of several impressive industry distinctions, awards and trophies in less than 3 years of operations is now also a proud holder of the MGA license.

Good news from the Kingdom, so we reached out to a few key persons of the organization for statements. King Billy Casino CEO (and “First Lord” of the Kingdom) explains: “At King Billy Casino, we view our course, so far, as a journey where the destination can only be reached by taking methodical steps. One of these steps, actually a giant leap for us, is our MGA license.”

So, what has changed for King Billy Casino with the new license? “You know, even before the MGA license, we were implementing a modus operandi at King Billy Casino, exactly as if we had a Malta license. This means a policy of full transparency. We expect that combining this policy with the Malta regulations will make the relationship with our players even more reliable, trustworthy and secure.”

And what about new opportunities? Ruslan Legenzov, King Billy Casino Head of Affiliates (and “Lord of Affiliates” of the Kingdom) shares his thoughts with us: “Plenty of opportunities, which we will try to capitalize at a maximum level. New payment systems, like Trustly, the “darling” PSP of European players will now be available at King Billy, along with tax-free transactions.

Furthermore, our King Billy Casino MGA site will feature a brand new Loyalty Program with a refined bonus system and no less than 7 levels: Citizen, Baron, Earl, Marquess, Duke, Prince, and finally King, next to King Billy himself. Female titles apply too for ladies, so we invite everyone, above 18 years of age for a ride.”

The King Billy Casino CEO compared the casino’s course to a journey. So, what is the destination of the journey? “We are trying to make it the most interesting type of journey – a never ending one!”

We must admit that we like this way of thinking, and for the time being we reckon that “His Majesty King Billy and his faithful servants” could use some rest on this long journey. And what best place to rest than Malta?

MGA, the Malta Gaming Authority, is a Malta-based Gaming Control Board. Its mission, since its inception in 2001, is based on the principle of having a transparent and fair gaming sector in Malta, to safeguard against corruption and crime and offer protection to vulnerable players and minors.

King Billy Casino is a new generation online casino, available in 6 languages (English, German, Russian, Finnish, Norwegian and Japanese) with an impressive record in awards and a remarkable variety of games and features. King Billy has prioritized the creation of a superb user experience focusing on the myth of King Billy and his Kingdom and treats all players with the specialness they deserve.

Compliance Updates

UKGC Publishes Further Data on the Gambling Industry in Great Britain

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22 hours ago

February 9, 2026

Wladimir P.

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The UK Gambling Commission has published further data on the gambling industry in Great Britain.

The data, sourced from operators, reflects the period between March 2020 and December 2025, inclusive, and covers online and in-person gambling covering betting premises found on Britain’s high streets.

The release compares Quarter 3 (Q3) of financial year 2025 to 2026, with Q3 of 2024 to 2025, looking at how the market has changed in comparative periods over a year.

This is the third quarter since the maximum stake limit for online slots games was introduced. The £5 limit for all adults went live 9 April 2025 and the £2 limit for adults aged 18 to 24 went live 21 May 2025.

The latest operator data shows:

• online total Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) in Q3 (October to December) was £1.5 billion, a decrease of 2% from Q3 the previous year. The overall number of total bets and spins increased 6% Year-on-Year (YoY), to 27.4 billion, whilst the average monthly active accounts in the quarter decreased 2%, to 12.7 million during the same time-frame.

• real event betting GGY decreased by 18% YoY to £530 million. The number of bets decreased 6%, while the average monthly active accounts in Q3 decreased 7%.

• slots GGY increased 10% to £788 million YoY. The number of spins increased 7% to 25.7 billion while the average monthly active accounts in Q3 increased 5% to 4.6 million per month. The GGY and number of spins represented new peaks for this dataset for the third quarter in a row.

• the number of online slots sessions lasting longer than an hour decreased by 16% YoY to 8.9 million. The average session length decreased by 2 minutes to 16 minutes. Approximately 4.4% of all sessions lasted more than one hour, a decrease from 6.2% in Q3 the previous year. A couple of operators have refined their session length methodology during the previous year which will impact year-on-year comparisons on the number of sessions, sessions over one hour and average session length metrics.

• betting premises GGY decreased by 7% to £549 million in Q3 2025 to 2026, compared to the same quarter last year. The number of total bets and spins decreased by 1% to 3.1 billion.

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Dabble Continues to Expand U.S. Footprint with Launch in Arizona

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22 hours ago

February 9, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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Dabble announced that its platform has officially entered and is now live in the state of Arizona. This further expands Dabble’s regulated U.S. market presence and makes its Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) offering available to users in one of the country’s most active gaming jurisdictions.

With over 3.4 million Dabblers and $300M+ paid out, Dabble’s community-driven DFS gaming experience shows no signs of slowing down. The app has seen almost 9 million installs and over 102 million entries placed. The social aspect of the app is evident, with 13.6 million messages sent across the Dabble community, where 78% of players follow at least one other player and 42% of all picks are made by players copying or tailing other players’ picks.

The Arizona launch represents a strategic milestone for Dabble as it continues to grow its footprint across legalized gaming markets in the US. Users in Arizona can now access Dabble’s platform in compliance with applicable state regulations.

Dabble continues its impressive growth in the U.S. market, and the launch aligns with the company’s broader expansion strategy as it targets regulated markets and builds long-term scale across the U.S. gaming landscape. Arizona marks the 30th U.S. state in which Dabble is available.

“Arizona is exactly the kind of market built for Dabble – passionate sports fans, high engagement, and a community that loves to play together. This launch reflects our continued commitment to expanding the Dabble community responsibly while delivering an engaging product experience,” said Tom Rundle, CEO at Dabble.

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Illinois Gaming Board and Attorney General’s Office Issue more than 60 Cease-and-Desist Letters to Illegal Online Casino and Sweepstakes Operators

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22 hours ago

February 9, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB), in coordination with the Illinois Attorney General’s office, has issued more than 60 cease-and-desist letters to entities allegedly operating illegal online casino and online sweepstakes gaming platforms in Illinois.

The cease-and-desist letters demand that entities allegedly operating online casinos or sweepstakes platforms immediately block Illinois residents from accessing their internet sites or discontinue offering prizes to Illinois users. Operators who fail to comply may be subject to civil or criminal penalties under Illinois law. Offering games of chance that award money or other items of value via the internet violates Illinois criminal law.

“Illegal online gambling operations threaten consumer protections, undermine responsible gaming safeguards, and are antithetical to the public’s interest in regulated gaming. The IGB will continue to evaluate all available regulatory and law enforcement tools to combat illegal gambling and to protect Illinoisans,” said Illinois Gaming Board Administrator Marcus D. Fruchter.

Illinois law allows legal gambling only for licensed riverboat casinos, land-based casinos holding an owners’ license, racetracks with organizational gaming licenses, sportsbooks licensed under the Sports Wagering Act, and video gaming licensees licensed under the Video Gaming Act. Illinois law prohibits the operation of internet sites that allow gambling.

“The law is clear: Gambling in Illinois must be properly licensed and regulated. Unlicensed gaming operators put Illinois consumers at risk and undermine the integrity of our regulated gaming market. We will continue to work with the Illinois Gaming Board to protect our residents and hold illegal operators accountable,” said Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul.

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