LeoVegas has hired Carl Brincat a former Malta gambling regulator as policy director.

In a statement LeoVegas said: “I’m very happy to welcome Carl Brincat to LeoVegas Group,” said Cosgrave. “He brings an impressive wealth of experience from his tenure at the Malta Gaming Authority, which will be a great asset as we continue to rapidly expand internationally.”

Brincat said: “I’m very excited to be joining LeoVegas Group. I have witnessed firsthand the Group’s growth from a newly founded challenger company into a leader in igaming, with strong brands and a significant focus on offering gaming in a safe yet entertaining way.

LeoVegas Group is a leading international igaming company with a clear vision to create the world’s greatest igaming experience. The Group offers online casino, live casino, and sports betting via 9 brands in 10 jurisdictions.

The Group continues to grow rapidly, currently employing over 1,400 people in Europe, including at its headquarters in Stockholm and operations hub in Malta. As one of the most innovative companies in the industry, the Group also invests and develops other igaming companies through its investment arm, LeoVentures. In 2022, LeoVegas Group became a subsidiary of the global entertainment company MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM).