[ONLINE] MGA Compliance Regulations of iGaming – 25 February

To gain an in-depth understanding of the key regulatory requirements and compliance standards for iGaming operations licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA).

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the MGA’s role and responsibilities in regulating the iGaming industry.
2. Explain the various license categories and application procedures.
3. Identify the core principles of responsible gaming and player protection.
4. Describe the anti-money laundering and fraud prevention measures.
5. Discuss data protection and privacy requirements in iGaming.
6. Outline technical standards and security protocols for iGaming platforms.
7. Summarize reporting and auditing obligations for MGA licensees.

Instructed by: Matthew Demicoli. in:

Seminar Description

Course Objective: To gain an in-depth understanding of the key regulatory requirements and compliance standards for iGaming operations licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA).

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the MGA’s role and responsibilities in regulating the iGaming industry.
  2. Explain the various license categories and application procedures.
  3. Identify the core principles of responsible gaming and player protection.
  4. Describe the anti-money laundering and fraud prevention measures.
  5. Discuss data protection and privacy requirements in iGaming.
  6. Outline technical standards and security protocols for iGaming platforms.
  7. Summarize reporting and auditing obligations for MGA licensees.

 

Educational Approach:

  • Interactive sessions with industry experts and experienced professionals.
  • Real-world case studies and practical examples.
  • Group discussions and knowledge sharing.
  • Up-to-date information on MGA regulations and guidelines.

Course Modules:

  1. Introduction to the MGA and iGaming Industry

o Overview of the MGA's regulatory framework

o Licensing procedures and requirements

o Types of iGaming licenses and their scope

  1. Responsible Gaming and Player Protection

o Principles of responsible gaming

o Player protection measures

o Age verification and identity checks

o Self-exclusion and responsible gambling tools

  1. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Fraud Prevention

o AML regulations and compliance standards

o Know Your Customer (KYC) and due diligence procedures

o Transaction monitoring and suspicious activity reporting

o Fraud detection and prevention techniques

  1. Data Protection and Privacy

o Data protection principles and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

o Data security measures and breach notification protocols

o Player data rights and privacy policies

  1. Technical Standards and Security

o Technical requirements for iGaming platforms

o Security protocols and vulnerability management

o Game fairness and randomness testing

o Disaster recovery and business continuity planning

  1. Reporting and Auditing

o Reporting requirements for MGA licensees

o Internal audit procedures and compliance checks

o External audits and regulatory inspections

Target Audience:

  • iGaming operators and their staff

CPE

Qualifies for 3 CPE Core hours

Course Fee

The course fee is €90.00 Non-Members €80.00 For Members. The fee covers seminar participation and access to event resources. Login details will be provided closer to the date.

A receipt will be issued to all participants.

Event Resources

Participants will receive the event resources by email.

Additional Information

For more information, kindly use the following communication mediums:

T: 21 58 53 74   M: 77 01 17 19   E: info@skillsmalta.com      Webpage: www.skillsmalta.com

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