E-gaming in Malta
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This article is about e-gaming in Malta. For other large industries in Malta, see tourism and corporate services.
The online gaming sector in Malta is regulated by the Malta Lotteries and Gaming Authority. The Lotteries and Gaming Authority governs all remote gaming activities conducted in Malta, ranging from national lotteries to international e-gaming.
On the side of former giant Gibraltar, Malta has established itself as the e-gaming capital of Malta. E-gaming is the largest industry in Malta and the remote gaming sector is the biggest contributor to the Maltese national budget. More than 2,100 employees work directly in the Remote Gaming Industry.
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[edit] Growth of the e-gaming industry
The first occurrance of online gaming regulated under Maltese law occurred in the year 2000 and the industry has continued growing since then. The e-gaming industry in Malta is expected to continue growing as other European states further tighten their regulations regarding online gaming.
[edit] Promotion of the e-gaming industry in Malta
Both Maltese authorities and a multitude of private companies in Malta work with promoting e-gaming activities in Malta.
The largest of such events, is the annual Malta iGaming Seminar.
[edit] E-gaming employment opportunities
There are a limited number of recruitment firms that specialize in iGaming in Malta. The following are amongst the most recognized and prominent:
[edit] The Lotteries and Gaming Authority
The Lotteries and Gaming Authority (LGA) is a governmental body in Malta tasked with controlling the activities of both local and international gaming companies present in Malta. The LGA is also tasked with promoting Malta as a base for e-gaming companies and participates in fares and other events all over Europe. Organized by the LGA, Malta has also offered a number of international gambling congresses.
[edit] Maltese National Lotteries
See the full article about national lotteries in Malta.