Regulatory Body Flags Illicit Domains Falsely Claiming Authorization Under Chapter 583 of the Laws of Malta
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has issued an official public warning following a detected surge in fraudulent websites impersonating legitimate MGA-licensed operators. According to the regulator, these unauthorized domains are actively misleading consumers by displaying fake license credentials, false regulatory stamps, and unauthorized claims of compliance under the Gaming Act (Chapter 583 of the Laws of Malta).
The MGA explicitly declared that it maintains no connection or affiliation with these domains. Any references to official Maltese gaming licenses found on these sites are entirely false, deceptive, and legally unauthorized.
Flagged Clone Domains and Consumer Safeguard Risks
Scam operators frequently leverage domain spoofing and clone designs mimicking well-known brands to bypass player trust checks. The MGA has specifically identified the following active URLs as fraudulent impersonators:
Blacklisted Fraudulent Websites
| Flagged Domain / URL | Claimed Operational Status | MGA Official Regulatory Position |
www.manekicasino.bet | Falsely claims MGA regulatory oversight | Unlicensed & Unauthorized |
[www.dragonaracasino.uk.com](https://www.dragonaracasino.uk.com) | Falsely displays MGA license credentials | Unlicensed & Unauthorized |
www.slot-hunter.at | Falsely purports compliance with Maltese law | Unlicensed & Unauthorized |
The authority reminded players that legitimate MGA-licensed operators are bound by stringent statutory obligations designed to protect consumers, preserve player fund security, and enforce responsible gaming frameworks. Conversely, transactions with illegal, unregulated platforms carry severe financial and operational risks, as consumers lack legal recourse in the event of withheld payouts or compromised personal data.
Verifying Operator Status via Official Registers
To protect against fake platforms and fraudulent claims, the MGA advises consumers to actively check operator credentials prior to engaging with any online platform.
Players can verify whether an entity is genuinely licensed by searching the operator’s legal entity name or domain directly within the official MGA Licensee Register.
