The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has announced the immediate cancellation of the authorization issued to Rush Gaming, affecting its operation of Fansbet.com and Onebet.com websites.
The specific reasons for the revocation remain undisclosed, following a precedent set in January when the MGA highlighted that license suspensions could occur due to violations of gambling regulations or Maltese laws.
In response to the cancellation, Rush Gaming is mandated to inform all its players about the decision and to clear any pending financial obligations.
The company, holding a B2C gaming license for various gambling activities including casino games, controlled skill games, and fixed-odds betting such as live wagering, has the right to appeal against the MGA’s decision.
This move is part of the MGA’s increased regulatory actions, as evidenced by the recent cancellation of online gambling operator Super7Plus’s license, marking it the fifth such action within a fortnight in January.
These cancellations align with a broader clampdown on licensees by the MGA, which aims to ensure compliance and integrity within Malta’s gambling sector.
The period also witnessed significant leadership changes at the MGA, with Charles Mizzi succeeding Carl Brincat as CEO.
Mizzi’s appointment came after Brincat’s two-year tenure and represents a strategic shift in leadership.
Prior to joining the MGA, Mizzi led the Residency Malta Agency as CEO for five years and held various key positions, including the head of the image and communications unit at BNF Bank.
His extensive experience in senior roles across different organizations positions him as a pivotal figure in steering the MGA through its ongoing and future regulatory challenges.