MGA to launch consolidated self exclusion system for remote licensees

The Malta Gaming Authority will launch a Unified Self-Exclusion System for its Remote Gaming licensees following the successful roll out of the same to the land-based sector.

Self-exclusion tools are already a requirement for MGA remote licensees, however, the unified system will link all licensees so that players who self-exclude with one operator cannot simply open an account with another operator.

Players will be provided the tools to self-exclude across all licensed gaming channels, whether land-based or remote.

“The protection of players is at the heart of the MGA’s regulatory agenda, and this project further underlines our resolve to ensure that players have the necessary tools to engage in gaming services responsibly,” Heathcliff Farrugia, chief executive officer of the MGA said.

“Over the years we have witnessed efforts from gaming operators to implement various responsible gaming measures, and thus we strongly believe that the unified self-exclusion system will be well received by the industry and consumers alike.”

In addition, the Authority will investigate the possibility of a voluntary subscription system for operators in other jurisdictions but said the implementation of such a system requires careful and considered analysis.

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