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Electronic Money Institution in Malta: What you need to know
Payment & Fintech Licensing

Electronic Money Institution in Malta: What you need to know

Malta's EMI license, governed by the Financial Institutions Act and requiring a minimum capital of €350,000, authorizes institutions to issue electronic money, provide payment services, and operate payment systems.

March 5, 20263 min read
Gate Lands Malta Payments License for EU Fiat and Stablecoin Expansion
Payment & Fintech Licensing

Gate Lands Malta Payments License for EU Fiat and Stablecoin Expansion

March 5, 20262 min read
Malta Gaming Authority Warns of Fake Licensing Claims by Four Sites
iGaming Licensing

Malta Gaming Authority Warns of Fake Licensing Claims by Four Sites

The Malta Gaming Authority has issued warnings against four additional gambling websites falsely claiming MGA licensing. Players are urged to verify operator credentials through official records, as unlicensed platforms offer no consumer protections for payments, disputes, or funds.

March 5, 20262 min read
Why Blockchain Is Changing Online Gaming and Virtual Asset Ownership
iGaming Licensing

Why Blockchain Is Changing Online Gaming and Virtual Asset Ownership

Blockchain technology is transforming online gaming by introducing provably fair systems, tokenized digital assets, and decentralized reward mechanisms.

March 5, 20264 min read
Fewer licences, but a growing sector: B2B providers now account for 55.5% of the MGA's licence base, while iGaming still generates €714.4M in GVA and nearly 5% of Malta's jobs. Here's how consolidation is reshaping Europe's leading gaming hub.
iGaming Licensing

Why Malta’s iGaming Market Is Becoming More B2B-Driven (MGA Insights)

Fewer licences, but a growing sector: B2B providers now account for 55.5% of the MGA's licence base, while iGaming still generates €714.4M in GVA and nearly 5% of Malta's jobs. Here's how consolidation is reshaping Europe's leading gaming hub.

March 2, 20265 min read
The MGA is developing the gaming industry's first voluntary AI governance framework — and in this interview, CEO Charles Mizzi explains how Malta is preparing for the EU AI Act, why the next 12–24 months will be critical, and where the line falls between innovation and player protection.
iGaming Licensing

AI in iGaming: Inside the MGA’s Responsible Innovation Agenda

The MGA is developing the gaming industry's first voluntary AI governance framework — and in this interview, CEO Charles Mizzi explains how Malta is preparing for the EU AI Act, why the next 12–24 months will be critical, and where the line falls between innovation and player protection.

March 2, 20268 min read
An MGA licence remains one of iGaming's most valuable regulatory credentials — with four licence types, fees starting at €10,000, a 12–18 week approval timeline, and EU-backed market access. Here's a step-by-step breakdown of the application process, requirements, and tax structure.
iGaming Licensing

Obtaining a Malta iGaming Licence: Application Process and Requirements

An MGA licence remains one of iGaming's most valuable regulatory credentials — with four licence types, fees starting at €10,000, a 12–18 week approval timeline, and EU-backed market access. Here's a step-by-step breakdown of the application process, requirements, and tax structure.

March 2, 20267 min read
A dark 3D licensing structure illustrating Malta’s B2C and B2B gaming licences and four game classifications.
iGaming Licensing

Malta Gaming Licences: Types and Game Classifications Explained

Malta remains a top European iGaming jurisdiction, with the MGA offering two core licence types — B2C for operators and B2B for service providers — along with corporate group licensing and a flexible game classification framework.

March 2, 20264 min read
A landmark CJEU ruling threatens Malta's grey-market gaming model by confirming that players can sue unlicensed operators under their home country's laws - a precedent that could trigger a wave of loss-recovery claims across Europe.
iGaming Licensing

How the EU Court’s New Legal Framework Could Impact Malta Gaming

A landmark CJEU ruling threatens Malta's grey-market gaming model by confirming that players can sue unlicensed operators under their home country's laws - a precedent that could trigger a wave of loss-recovery claims across Europe.

March 2, 20262 min read
As Australia's crypto regulations tighten in 2026, traders face a key choice: Binance or Bitget? This guide breaks down the legal status, security features, and compliance requirements of both platforms to help Australian users trade safely and confidently.
Crypto Licensing

Australia’s Binance Regulations in 2026: A Comprehensive Legal and Compliance Guide

As Australia's crypto regulations tighten in 2026, traders face a key choice: Binance or Bitget? This guide breaks down the legal status, security features, and compliance requirements of both platforms to help Australian users trade safely and confidently.

March 1, 20265 min read
Australia's financial regulator ASIC is moving to expand its stablecoin distribution relief framework by adding a second approved stablecoin, AUDF, alongside the existing AUDM — a step that signals how regulators are shaping crypto oversight ahead of formal legislation
Crypto Licensing

ASIC moves to Expand Stablecoin Distribution Exemption: What It Means for Australia’s Crypto Regulation

Australia's financial regulator ASIC is moving to expand its stablecoin distribution relief framework by adding a second approved stablecoin, AUDF, alongside the existing AUDM — a step that signals how regulators are shaping crypto oversight ahead of formal legislation.

March 1, 20262 min read
Mauritius's First Token Offering Licensing: Stablecoin/Digital Yuan Issuers
Crypto Licensing

Mauritius's First Token Offering Licensing: Stablecoin/Digital Yuan Issuers

Secure a Mauritius VAITOS license for your crypto business. Guide to VASP classes (M, O, R, I, S), stablecoin issuance, and offshore Yuan (CNH) strategies.

February 10, 20267 min read

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