The relevance of Maltese remote gaming regulatory regime in the light of the widespread adoption of national authorisation regimes across Europe

Abstract

This research project will analyse the effects of the changes in the remote gaming industry in Malta due to the introduction of national authorisation regimes in various EU Member States. Therefore, remote gaming operators who are targeting players in multiple countries are required to obatin numerous licences in order to access their respective local market. At first glance, due to its limited local market, Malta may be portrayed as being less attractive as an iGaming hub. It is important to note that Malta has constantly been a prime promoter of online gaming within the EU’s single market, beleiving that an operator licenced in Malta should be permitted to provide its services all across Europe. This study will delve into the case law that shaped the European Gaming industry as well as the licencing regimes of various jurisdictions. Particular emphasis will be made on the measures that the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) are striving to implement so that Malta can retain pole position. The aim is to create a study which can clarify Malta’s position and relevance in the wake of European regulatory fragmentation and will try to depict and identify possible future scenarios and solutions that will revamp the Maltese online gaming industry in the unfolding years.