mga:-update-to-the-incident-reporting-requirements
MGA: Update to the Incident Reporting Requirements
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Reading Time: 2 minutes   The Malta Gaming Authority would like to inform its licensees of updates made to the Incident Report mechanism available through the Licensee Portal The information hereunder outlines relevant guidance and procedures for the submission of an Incident Report through the updated reporting instrument entitled the ‘Technical – Information Security Incident’.…

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VGCCC Fines BlueBet AU$50,000 for Gambling Advertising Breaches
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Reading Time: < 1 minute   BlueBet has been fined AU$50,000 by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) for breaching gambling advertising regulations. The company was found guilty of 43 charges related to displaying gambling advertisements on or above public roads, contravening the Gambling Regulation Act 2003. The charges stemmed from an investigation…

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MGA: Updated Non-Profit Tombola and Lottery Application Requirements
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Reading Time: < 1 minute   The Malta Gaming Authority has published updated documents outlining the application process and requirements. This includes the revised list of documents required as enclosures with the application for the Non-Profit Tombola, as well as for the Non-Profit Lotteries, which can also be found in the “documents” section on the…

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eCOGRA Authorized to Offer Certification Services in Brazil
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  eCOGRA, the Internationally renowned Independent Testing Laboratory, has been officially authorized by the Secretaria De Prêmios e Apostas (SPA) to operate as a certifying entity for betting systems, live gaming studios, and online games in Brazil. This announcement marks a significant milestone as eCOGRA continues to extend its international offering of iGaming testing, inspection,…

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IGT and Acres to Resolve All Pending Litigation
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  International Game Technology (IGT) and Acres 4.0, Acres Manufacturing Company, and John Acres (Acres) announced that effective April 12, 2024, they have reached an agreement to resolve all legal disputes between the two companies. Terms of the settlement have not been announced. The resolution was reached in the US District Court of Nevada, directed…

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DGA: Three Orders and One Reprimand Issued to Mr. Green Limited for Breach of the Anti-Money Laundering Act
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Reading Time: 3 minutes   On April 10th, 2024, the Danish Gambling Authority has issued three orders to Mr. Green Limited for breaching the Anti-Money Laundering Act, on risk assessment, on procedures for internal controls and for failing to ensure that controls are carried out. On April 10th, 2024, the Danish Gambling Authority has also…

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$4.3 Billion Wagered Illegally During March Madness, Fueled by Social Media Influence
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  Latest analysis by online marketplace intelligence specialists, YieldSec, commissioned by the Campaign for Fairer Gambling (CFG), has revealed a stark contrast between legal and illegal online gambling activities during the 2024 NCAA Men’s & Women’s March Madness Basketball Tournaments in the US. YieldSec’s monitoring unveiled an overwhelming majority of betting-related social media posts and…

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BetComply Appoints Martin Hodges as its New Chief Marketing Officer
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Reading Time: < 1 minute   BetComply has appointed Martin Hodges as its new chief marketing officer to spearhead its marketing strategies and growth initiatives. Coming to BetComply with more than 15 years of experience in strategic marketing, Hodges has propelled brand development, strategic alliances and innovative campaigns while occupying senior marketing positions at several…

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