Malta has approved CVC Capital Partners’ acquisition of GLI, placing one of the world’s leading gaming compliance authorities under private equity control. The decision highlights both the scale of industry consolidation and the regulatory challenges it brings.

Game Lounge was among the guests at this year’s SiGMA Affiliate Retreat in Gozo, a three-day gathering that brought Tier-1 affiliates together on Malta’s quieter sister island.

The Malta Gaming Authority’s new Capital Requirements Policy raises the bar for financial responsibility in iGaming. From stricter capital thresholds to mandatory equity standards, the policy aims to ensure operators are resilient, accountable, and ready to protect players, safeguarding Malta’s status as a leading regulated gaming hub.