Main regulatory objectives

Governance and supervision of the gaming sector shall pursue the following main regulatory objectives:

(a) to ensure that regulation of the gaming sector is carried out in the public interest;

(b) to ensure, through the powers vested in the Authority, that gaming is free from crime and is not used as a source or an instrument of crime;

(c) to ensure that gaming is conducted in a fair, safe and transparent manner;

(d) to ensure that the interests of minors and other vulnerable persons are adequately safeguarded;

(e) to promote the development of a sustainable gaming sector and economic growth;

(f) to promote the development of Malta as a centre of excellence and expertise for gaming-related competences and skills, knowledge building and knowledge transfer, in particular in technology-rich and player assistance services;

(g) to promote responsible innovation in the gaming sector.