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The MGA Publishes its 2019 Annual Report and Financial Statements

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6 years ago

June 23, 2020

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The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA/Authority) is publishing its Annual Report and Financial Statements for the financial year ending 31 December 2019, providing an overview of the work performed throughout the year by the Authority. In addition, the report also includes a summary of the performance of the Maltese gaming industry during 2019 and an outlook for the medium-term future.

The following are the key highlights from the Annual Report covering the year 2019:

The Authority cancelled 14 licences and suspended 11. In addition, it issued 20 warnings, 89 Notices of Breach and 23 administrative fines imposed on operators following various regulatory breaches;
89 applications for a gaming licence were received in 2019; 44 applications were either rejected or withdrawn and 53 licences were issued during the period under review, including licences the application for which had been received during the previous year;
15 individuals and companies were deemed not to be up to the Authority’s probity standards by the Fit & Proper Committee, mainly on the basis of mitigating the risks of money laundering or funding of terrorism;
48 audits were conducted by the Compliance and AML function;
69 international cooperation requests were sent by the MGA in 2019, predominantly as part of the criminal probity assessments, with the Authority receiving 58 international co-operation requests;
1,300 criminal probity screening assessments were carried out in 2019;
The Authority revised its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit, and also signed an MOU with the Malta Police Force, aimed at strengthening the fight again corruption and money laundering;
As at the end of December 2019, the number of companies licensed by the MGA, including both online and land-based entities, stood at 294.

In publishing this report, Heathcliff Farrugia, Chief Executive Officer of the Malta Gaming Authority, stated that: “Overall, 2019 was a very challenging but at the same time rewarding year for the MGA. The increased focus on compliance and enforcement which was prevalent throughout the year has yielded tangible results for the Authority.

This focus led to internal restructuring for the better achievement of the MGA’s objectives, and was also pivotal in the Authority’s drive towards the setting up of the Sports Integrity Unit, tasked with increasing the commitment towards the fight against the manipulation of sports competitions. In its first months, this unit has already signed important collaboration agreements with international sport bodies in order to tackle betting-related corruption and ensure the integrity of sports.

Such collaboration, both at a local and international level was high on the agenda in 2019, and will continue being crucial in 2020, as a key determining factor in the ongoing fight against crime, corruption and money laundering.”

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3 Oaks Gaming Strengthens International Presence After Teaming Up with Interwetten

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12 minutes ago

March 10, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Significant deal expands distributor’s presence in various global regions.

3 Oaks Gaming, a renowned provider of iGaming content, has teamed up with Interwetten in an agreement that expands its wide range of games to a larger audience worldwide.

The partnership allows Interwetten to offer 3 Oaks Gaming’s renowned collection of slot games, featuring popular titles like 3 Super Coin Volcanoes, 3 Pots of Egypt, and Magic Clovers, across various regions globally, enhancing visibility in important MGA markets.

For more than 30 years, Interwetten has been a leader in sports betting and casino entertainment, recognized as one of the top operator brands in the worldwide industry.

Recognized for its creativity and dedication to excellence, 3 Oaks Gaming’s vibrant portfolio coincides with Interwetten’s emphasis on providing top-tier content to its users. This collaboration signifies a crucial milestone in the distributor’s continuous worldwide expansion plan, guaranteeing that more players than ever can enjoy its engaging iGaming experiences.

Emilia Kazberuk, Sales Manager at 3 Oaks Gaming, said: “Partnering with Interwetten is a major move for us. The size and scale of their operations will provide us with a significant boost in taking our content into new regions and audiences.

“We’re looking forward to integrating our premium portfolio with such a respected and long-standing operator, and very hopeful our high-quality, feature-rich titles will be appealing to their vast player base.”

Mario Bilic, Casino Director at Interwetten, added: “We are delighted to welcome 3 Oaks Gaming’s exciting portfolio to our platform. Their reputation for delivering engaging, innovative slot content matches our commitment to offering best‑in‑class entertainment to our players.

“This partnership enhances the depth of our casino offering, and we are confident their games will be well‑received across our markets.”

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SpinOro joins forces with Spinomenal

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12 minutes ago

March 10, 2026

Wladimir P.

Spinomenal, a top iGaming content provider, has formed a partnership with SpinOro to offer its wide range of games to players in the UK. SpinOro, emerging from Anakatech, is a thriving provider of online casino solutions with over a decade of experience.

Via its dynamic aggregation platform, SpinOro allows operators to effortlessly access a diverse selection of cross-platform games, whether as an independent suite or incorporated with third-party offerings from top-tier providers.

Spinomenal‘s games have been officially introduced on SpinOro’s prominent UK brands, including Winomania, 7Bet, Betnero, and LuckyMate, with additional brands set to follow.

Yossi Shayovits, Head of Business Development for Spinomenal commented: “SpinOro has earned an excellent reputation for providing access to the best cross-platform games, proven to enhance player activity and increase retention. Our titles are recognised across the industry for delivering exactly that, and we’re excited to bring even more amazing experiences to UK players.”

Jeff Letlat, COO at SpinOro added: “We are thrilled to welcome Spinomenal to our aggregation platform where they sit proudly alongside the best providers in iGaming. We’re highly confident that Spinomenal’s rich selection of titles will be a big hit with players.”

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Sportradar Expands its Partnership with SkillOnNet

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12 minutes ago

March 10, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Sportradar has expanded its marketing partnership with SkillOnNet, a leading, international iGaming entertainment company. Sportradar’s Marketing Services now serves as SkillOnNet’s primary programmatic partner focused on growing its casino business.

Sportradar will help develop and execute digital advertising campaigns to support customer acquisition and retention, alongside integration of Sportradar’s Marketing Cloud and reporting tools to track campaign performance and player value. The partnership spans 12 markets across Europe, North America and Latin America and covers SkillOnNet’s PlayOJO, PlayUZU and BacanaPlay brands.

“The expansion of our partnership with SkillOnNet reflects the scalability of our Marketing Services platform and the value of a fully integrated, data-driven marketing approach. Over the past few years, we have grown together across markets, supporting their international expansion with structured campaign management and measurable performance,” said Nikolaus Beier, SVP Product, Marketing Services, Sportradar.

“As we scale our portfolio across regulated markets, we value partners who can deliver consistency and measurable results across territories. Sportradar has become an important part of our marketing infrastructure, and this renewal reflects the strength and evolution of that relationship,” said Akis Palianastasis, Digital Director, SkillOnNet.

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