PlaySmart Secures Isle of Man B2C Licence

Isle of Man.- May 13, 2026 www.zonadeazar.com PlaySmart secured an Isle of Man gambling licence as part of its strategy to expand into the B2C market. The approval arrived amid ongoing regulatory reforms in the jurisdiction, widely regarded as one of the most established hubs for the global iGaming industry.

The PlayGaming Group subsidiary obtained approval from the Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) with support from local consultancy SolutionsHub. The licence will allow PlaySmart to offer services directly to players under the Island’s regulatory framework.

Until now, PlayGaming Group had primarily operated as a B2B platform provider. With the new licence, the company moved towards a direct-to-consumer model, using the Isle of Man as a base to develop and scale its B2C operations.

The decision was supported by the Island’s regulatory stability and international reputation as a trusted jurisdiction for online gambling operators. Established in 1962, the GSC oversees both online and land-based gambling activities on the Island.

The development coincided with a major regulatory update in the Isle of Man. The Gambling Legislation (Amendment) Bill recently completed its parliamentary process, introducing new standards related to operator suitability and financial integrity, alongside expanded civil penalty powers for the regulator.

The reforms are aimed at modernising the regulatory environment and strengthening the jurisdiction’s credibility among international operators. B2C operators on the Island must comply with requirements including local incorporation, resident directors, local data storage, and ongoing AML obligations.

SolutionsHub highlighted PlaySmart’s operational readiness throughout the approval process, while representatives from Digital Isle of Man stated that the company’s expansion reflected continued industry confidence in the Island’s regulatory framework.

With the licence now in place, PlaySmart said it will focus on developing and scaling its B2C operations while leveraging the technological expertise already established by PlayGaming Group.

Edited by @pererarte   www.zonadeazar.com