Here's a List of the Most Trusted Gambling Regulators in the World

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Each is listed with the name as anchor text and linked to its official website:

UK Gambling Commission (UKGC)
Regulates gambling in Great Britain. Known for strict player protection standards, self-exclusion (GamStop), and high operator accountability.
Malta Gaming Authority (MGA)
One of the most respected international regulators. Licenses casinos operating across Europe and globally with high compliance requirements.
Alderney Gambling Control Commission (AGCC)
A respected offshore regulator that ensures high technical and financial integrity for licensees.
Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner
Regulates many UK-facing operators. Offers strong oversight and is compliant with EU directives.
Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission
Trusted for its robust digital gaming framework and player fund protection policies.
New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE)
Regulates online casinos, sports betting, and poker in New Jersey, USA. One of the top U.S. regulatory bodies.
Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB)
Oversees iGaming and online sportsbooks in Michigan. Offers strong licensing and consumer protections.
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB)
Regulates all forms of gambling in Pennsylvania, including online casinos and betting.
Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO)
Regulates iGaming Ontario, the province’s legal online casino and sportsbook market.
Kansspelautoriteit (KSA)
The Dutch gambling authority. Enforces responsible gambling and regulates licensed operators in the Netherlands.
Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ)
France’s national regulator for gambling, including sports betting and poker. Enforces strict advertising and player safety standards.
Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ)
Spain’s regulator for online gambling. Focused on safe gambling and anti-money laundering compliance.
Spelinspektionen (Swedish Gambling Authority)
Regulates Sweden’s online and land-based gambling industry. Implements Spelpaus (self-exclusion) and ensures fair play.
GGL (Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder)
Germany’s new national regulator as of 2023, overseeing licensed online gambling across all 16 federal states.
Danish Gambling Authority (Spillemyndigheden)
Denmark’s well-respected regulator, known for protecting players and enforcing compliance across local operators.
Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA)
Oversees gambling advertising and blocks access to unlicensed offshore gambling sites in Australia.
National Gambling Board (South Africa)
Governs all forms of legal gambling in South Africa, though online gambling is tightly restricted.
Curacao Gaming Control Board (new framework)
Curacao is overhauling its regulatory system for better oversight. Historically lax but evolving into a stricter, more trusted body.
Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR)
Regulates Philippine-facing and international licensees in Asia with growing credibility.
Antigua and Barbuda Financial Services Regulatory Commission
One of the older offshore regulators. Trusted for some operators, but standards vary.