PlaySmart granted Isle of Man gambling licence

B2C operator strengthens regulatory positioning as part of its next phase of growth.

PlaySmart, a B2C online gaming operator, has been granted an Isle of Man gambling licence, marking an important milestone in the company’s growth journey and further reinforcing the Island’s continued appeal to high-quality iGaming operators.

The licence, granted by the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) with support from local iGaming consultancy firm SolutionsHub, forms part of PlaySmart’s strategic expansion into the B2C market.

PlaySmart is part of the PlayGaming Group, a technology-led gaming platform provider. The granting of this licence from the Isle of Man marks a significant step in the Group’s evolution, enabling PlaySmart to offer its services directly to players within a stable and internationally respected regulatory framework.

Nikola Trajkov, CEO at PlaySmart, said: “Securing an Isle of Man licence represents a major step forward for PlaySmart. As we expand into the B2C space, it was important for us to align with a jurisdiction known for its regulatory integrity and long-term stability.

The Isle of Man provides the certainty and strength that support sustainable growth. This licence allows us to move forward confidently as we continue building a scalable, player-focused business.”

James O’Kelly, Head of Corporate Development at SolutionsHub, added: “It has been a pleasure to support PlaySmart through the Isle of Man licensing process. The team demonstrated a clear commitment to high standards and operational readiness, and we look forward to seeing them grow their B2C offering from the Isle of Man.”

Lyle Wraxall, Chief Executive at Digital Isle of Man, added: “We are pleased to welcome PlaySmart to the Isle of Man’s iGaming sector. The Island continues to attract forward-thinking businesses that value strong regulation, long-term stability and a collaborative ecosystem. PlaySmart’s move into B2C reflects the confidence that technology-led operators place in the Island’s regulatory framework as a foundation for sustainable growth.”

PlaySmart will now focus on scaling its B2C proposition, building on its platform expertise within a stable and internationally recognised jurisdiction.