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ARTICLE · 27 JULY 2026

Malta And Online Gaming

Malta has established itself as the world's leading jurisdiction for B2B online gaming operators, built on two decades of regulatory foresight, EU credibility, and an unmatched ecosystem of expertise. But what makes this small Mediterranean island the undisputed home for serious gaming suppliers, and can its dominance be sustained as global competition intensifies?

MaltaMedia, Telecoms, IT, Entertainment

Why the World's Most Serious B2B Operators Call This Island Home

Ask anyone who has spent time in the global online gaming industry where the centre of gravity sits, and the answer will almost always be the same: Malta. It has been the answer for over two decades, and despite the emergence of competing jurisdictions, increasing regulatory complexity, and a shifting global landscape, it remains the answer today. The question worth asking is not whether Malta is the number one jurisdiction for online gaming. It is. The question worth asking is why, and whether that position is as unassailable as it looks.

Having worked in and around the iGaming industry for twenty-three years, and having spent that time based in Malta, advising operators and B2B providers across the full spectrum of what it takes to build and run a gaming business from this island, I have a fairly clear view of both the strengths and the limitations. This article tries to give you both, honestly, because the companies

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