MGA distances itself from unlicensed site
The Malta Gaming Authority has issued a warning against phlove.org, clarifying that the site poses a risk to consumers.
Key points:
– The Maltese Authority has confirmed that phlove.org is not licensed and any reference to MGA approval is false
– Consumers are advised not to engage with unlicensed gaming services due to lack of regulatory safeguards
– The announcement aligns with the MGA’s recent enforcement actions and broader consumer protection strategy
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has issued a formal statement disassociating itself from the website phlove.org, warning that any claims linking the site to a Maltese gaming licence are fake and misleading.
According to the MGA, the operator has falsely referenced the regulator and claimed to hold gaming authorisation issued by the Authority. The statement reiterates that such assertions are untrue and not backed by any official licensing or regulatory relationship.
In its official announcement, the MGA has cautioned consumers against engaging with this specific site or similar platforms without first verifying their regulatory status: “The gaming regulatory framework obliges authorised persons to comply with strict legal requirements in the interest of consumers,” the Authority has officially noted, continuing: “The activities of unlicensed entities are unregulated and do not provide the necessary safeguards.”
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This latest advisory also follows continued efforts by the MGA to enforce transparency and consumer protection in the Maltese regulated gaming market.
Earlier this year, the regulator has also revoked the licence of GoldWin Gaming for non-compliance with local requirements. This was part of its efforts to ensure licensed entities meet high standards.
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