Spintec Expands Global Reach: New Gaming Licences in UAE and Ontario

The landscape of regulated global gaming is witnessing a significant shift as Slovenian manufacturer Spintec secures two strategic approvals that open doors to vastly different geographical regions. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Spintec was granted an official federal gaming-related vendor licence by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). Almost simultaneously, the company completed the rigorous application process in the Canadian province of Ontario, receiving approval from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).

This development marks a turning point for the industry in the Middle East. While gambling was long considered a taboo in the region, the GCGRA is now establishing a clear legal framework for commercial gaming. Spintec is among the very first producers of electronic gaming machines to be included in this exclusive circle. This allows the company to establish direct vendor relations with licensed operators in the Emirates, which is of immense importance given the massive investments in tourism and entertainment projects in regions like Ras Al Khaimah.

Numbers and facts

Spintec enters these new markets with significant momentum. According to the 2026 Eilers & Krejcik Gaming performance reports, the company currently holds the title for the most successful electronic roulette solution in Western Europe, Central Europe, Latin America, and North America. The aim is now to transfer this market dominance to the new licensed territories. In the UAE, the circle of licensed providers is steadily growing. With the addition of companies like Scientific Games and Random State, the total number of suppliers approved by the GCGRA has risen to nine.

In Canada, Spintec relies on local expertise to overcome strict regulatory hurdles. Goran Sovilj, Chief Commercial Officer at Spintec, emphasised the importance of cooperating with regional forces.

„We cooperated with our partner Bet Rite in the licensing process in Ontario. We have invested a lot of effort into it, as it was extremely important for us. The newly acquired licence will enable us to solidify our partnership and further enhance our presence in North America." - Goran Sovilj, Chief Commercial Officer at Spintec

Background

The UAE market is particularly exciting as it is just beginning to take shape. The GCGRA was established in 2023 to oversee the sector for national lotteries and commercial gaming. In June 2025, the nation's only lottery licence was awarded to The Game LLC, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi-based Momentum. By late 2024, Wynn Resorts received the first licence for a land-based casino for the Wynn Al Marjan Island project, which is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2027. Spintec is positioning itself early to play a leading role in outfitting these multi-billion-dollar resorts. Ontario, on the other hand, is considered one of the most strictly regulated and fastest-growing markets in North America, placing high demands on compliance and transparency for suppliers.

Why it matters for German players

For German players, these international expansion steps have no direct impact on their daily gaming experience but serve as a hallmark of quality. Those playing in Germany at providers listed on the official whitelist of the Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL) benefit from the strict rules of the State Treaty on Gambling 2021. This includes the deposit limit of 1,000 euros per month across all providers, monitored by the LUGAS system, and the stake limit of a maximum of 1 euro per spin for virtual slot games. As Spintec acts as a reputable, multi-licensed partner in strict jurisdictions like Ontario, it underscores the reliability of the technology that could potentially also be used in state-owned land-based casinos in Germany. Players should ensure they exclusively use casinos with a .de domain and a GGL licence to remain legally protected.

What it means for GGL-licensed casinos

The expansion of quality manufacturers like Spintec shows that regulation is becoming a global standard. For German GGL-licensed casinos, this means the pool of technologically advanced and legally vetted solutions is growing. Operators in Germany must ensure that every piece of software and every terminal meets local IT security standards. When a manufacturer like Spintec clears the hurdles of the AGCO in Ontario, it is an indicator that the systems could also withstand the strict requirements of German supervision regarding tamper protection and player safety. The focus on licensed markets weakens the long-term offering of black market platforms from Curacao or the MGA, as the best game developers prefer to place their products where legal certainty prevails.