UAE gaming regulator, New Jersey governor sign MOU
Choose New Jersey facilitated the agreement.
Key Points
- The MOU intends to advance the state’s gaming infrastructure
- Partnerships between each region’s regulators will focus on consumer protections and cybersecurity
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) and General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA).
The deal was facilitated by Choose New Jersey and is part of the state’s economic mission to the Gulf Arab States.
“New Jersey and the UAE are global players in the gaming industry, offering unique experiences for consumers while increasing economic opportunity in a rapidly growing industry,” said Wesley Mathews, President and CEO of Choose New Jersey. “This MOU will advance New Jersey’s gaming infrastructure and technology ecosystem, securing the state’s international competitiveness in this key sector.”
The agreement will form a partnership between gaming regulators from each region as a way to innovate internet and land-based gaming “with a focus on cybersecurity and consumer protections.”
Governor Murphy took a moment to further explain the state’s role in the MOU.
He commented, “New Jersey’s role as a national leader and international destination for gaming is strengthened by global partnerships that drive innovation in an industry where consumers seek exciting experiences.
“The collaboration between the DGE and GCGRA will strengthen our international economy while prioritizing responsible gaming.”
New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement Interim Director MaryJo Flaherty said the division is eager to continue its work with GCGRA.
She further commented, “As one of the longest-standing gaming authorities in the United States and throughout the world, DGE looks forward to its cooperative relationship with GCGRA as it continues to proceed with its gaming regulation implementation in a number of important areas including technological innovations, gaming enhancements and initiatives, and cybersecurity practices and protections.
“DGE has previously worked with several key GCGRA principals in the New Jersey regulated gaming industry and looks forward to ongoing collaboration under the MOU, emphasizing that New Jersey has been at the forefront of responsible gaming actions and initiatives.”
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