The authority responsible for the governance of gambling activities in Malta, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), issued a new notice, warning that unauthorized websites are misleading users by falsely claiming MGA affiliation.
MGA rejects license claims by two websites
Gambling operators that are licensed with the Authority comply with a strict legal framework, protecting the interests of the consumers.
On the other hand, gambling firms that do not hold such a license are not required to comply with any regulatory requirements and do not provide the same safeguards as those that are licensed.
In that line of thought, the MGA confirmed it has no connection to the websites kasinoseta.com and lavbet321.com.
In its notice, released Thursday, the gambling watchdog further wrote: "Any reference to the MGA and/or gaming license/s said to be issued by the Maltese Authority, as stated by the above websites, is false and misleading."
"The MGA would like to remind consumers not to utilize services provided by an entity unless they have ascertained that the entity in question is authorized to provide such services by the MGA," the Authority added.
The MGA highlighted the importance of using the services of licensed gambling operators as a way to protect consumers.
At the same time, it said that consumers who are using the services of unlicensed gambling companies are exposed to risks.
Earlier this year, the MGA awarded 3 Oaks Gaming with a license.
Currently, the MGA offers a Licensee Register that provides summarized information about a specific licensee name, authorization status, URL or gaming service.
The Licensee Register includes a complete list of all MGA-licensed operators and individuals interested in viewing additional information can do so via the dynamic seal.
Ensuring the list is up to date, the gambling watchdog constantly uploads the latest information and encourages consumers who doubt whether or not a gambling company holds an MGA license to check the register.
