Leader of the Opposition and of the PN Alex Borg has called for Europe's iGaming and digital sectors to embrace "trust, talent, and technology" as the three pillars for long-term success and sustainable growth.

Delivering a keynote speech at SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, Borg praised Italy's recent licensing reforms and urged European jurisdictions to strengthen collaboration and regulatory consistency across borders.

He said that across Europe "we are witnessing a new era for iGaming and that this is a sector ready for responsible growth, deeper investment and bold innovation."

"Trust starts with regulation, reputation and integrity. When the rules are clear and credible, you don't just build markets - you build ecosystems," Alex Borg said.

He emphasised that iGaming today is far more than platforms and promotions, and has evolved into a fully-fledged digital services industry encompassing data science, cybersecurity, payments, and AI. "The jurisdictions that plan ahead and invest in talent and education will gain enduring advantage, creating high-value jobs and with a significant spill-over" the PN Leader noted.

On technology, Borg said innovation must serve both growth and responsibility.

"From AI-enabled personalisation to blockchain transparency, in this field one cannot work without the other," he said.

Drawing on Malta's 20-year legacy as a pioneer in remote gaming regulation, Borg said that credibility and professionalism have made Malta a model for others to follow.

"Credibility compounds over time - in investor confidence, skilled careers and market resilience," he remarked.

 He concluded with a call to action for all stakeholders: Regulators to align around risk-based, technology-driven frameworks; Operators to continue investing in safer-play technologies and skills; Educators to expand programmes in data, compliance and engineering.

"When vision meets discipline, growth endures," Borg said.

"Let us continue to build an iGaming and digital economy that Europe can be proud of - innovative, exciting, responsible and rich in opportunity."