MGA Puts Out a Warning for Unauthorised Gaming URLs : PMPMedia.io

By Arijit Roul - 4 Sep, 2025 More about the author

MGA gives a public message to warn users about some websites saying wrongly that they are linked to the regulator.

Key Points

MGA communicates that some websites not hold a Maltese licence are claiming they have one.
The regulator asks players to check each operator on its official list of licensed companies.
This statement comes after the MGA has taken more action on enforcement and regulatory work together with others.

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) makes a public warning about two websites not approved but say they are related to the Maltese regulator. This announcement points clearly to URLs using false statements on the licence and regulatory permissions. MGA explains that there is no relationship between the regulator and the listed websites. Both platforms mention MGA licence and authorisation incorrectly and they may provide wrong ideas to people regarding their legal status.

Consumer Guidance

MGA explains that the only companies required to follow Malta rules are those with the proper licences. Malta’s system covers consumer protection, controls money flow, and rules for responsible gaming. So, MGA tells consumers to always check if a gaming business has real approval before joining their services. The regulator shares that anyone making deals with operators who have no licence could face different risks for safety and money.

Ongoing Regulatory Work

MGA keeps an official list on its website, which helps everyone confirm if operators are real before doing any gaming online. This public message follows other updates in regulation for MGA, like new agreements done with the Malta Financial Services Authority and the recent release of its 2024 report with income at €84.1 million ($98.5 million). During 2024, the regulator gave out 17 fresh licences and also carried out 25 actions on administrative fines.