Remote Gaming in Malta
The remote gaming sector is the most dynamic and the fastest growing gaming sector in Malta. It is regulated under the provisions of the Remote Gaming Regulations (L.N. 176/04).
The sector dynamics of remote gaming coupled with the technological convergence created the need for a remodelled regulatory framework. The first on-line betting in Malta in the 2000, was established under the Public Lotto Ordinance (L.N. 34 of 2000), to regulate offshore betting offices. Since then LGA has developed its methodologies to regulate the procedures of remote gaming operations, and in April 2004, revamped Remote Gaming Regulations were published. Malta became the first EU member state to regulate Remote Gaming.
The LGA regulatory regime aims to be both technology neutral and game neutral – encompassing any type of gaming using a means of distance communication (including internet, digital TV, mobile phone technology, telephone and fax). Any remote game which can be securely managed under LGA regulations will be considered for licensing.