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The MGA publishes a Preliminary Market Consultation Document to request information on projects for a Unified Self-Exclusion System

The HALLO ECHO

  The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has recently issued a Preliminary Market Consultation (PMC) document to request information pertaining to possible project implementations which could provide a Unified Self-Exclusion System to be applied to the regulated gaming industry in Malta. The PMC document may be accessed via the Maltese Government’s Electronic Public Procurement System (ePPS).…

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MGA Recognises 1×2 Network as a supplier

The HALLO ECHO

  The UK-based 1X2 Network has received a Notice of Recognition as a supplier from the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA). This will be a shot in the arm for the iGaming developer. With this recognition, 1X2 Network can now offer its suite of innovative slots, virtual sports, and table games to Malta-licensed operators utilising its…

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Maxima Compliance expands team with two senior hires

The HALLO ECHO

  Maxima Compliance, the leading full service regulatory and technical compliance provider for the betting and gaming industry, has significantly strengthened its team with the addition of two c-level hires. Matt Hegarty joins as Director of Technology Services, where he will oversee the roll-out of new technical products which provide solutions to compliance issues faced…

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Dutch gaming authority releases duty of care guidelines

The HALLO ECHO

  Kansspelautoriteit, the Dutch gaming authority, has published the guidelines that specify the minimum standards for consumer protection from gambling addiction. According to the guidelines, which is based on the Dutch Betting and Gaming Act, all licensed gaming providers must have a “duty of care” to prevent gambling. The KSA’s Duty of Care Guideline deals…

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Red Rake Gaming hires Iain Sims to compliance role

The HALLO ECHO

  Online casino games supplier Red Rake Gaming adds Iain Sims to its growing Maltese based team Red Rake Gaming has just welcomed industry veteran Iain Sims to its Maltese located team. Mr. Sims will take the Head of Compliance supplier’s role and will oversee current company’s compliance processes, and regulatory implications in the entering…

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Pearson, Simon & Warshaw, LLP and Kaliel PLLC: New Class Action Lawsuit Challenges Fortnite’s Sale of Loot Boxes

The HALLO ECHO

  Pearson, Simon & Warshaw, LLP and Kaliel PLLC filed suit, Altes v. Epic Games, Inc. Case No. 2:19-cv-01488 in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California on February 28, 2019, alleging that Defendant Epic Games, Inc., the developer of the wildly popular video game Fortnite, uses predatory tactics to lure players…

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