Hub88 and Live88 Gain UAE Vendor Licences, Marking a New Milestone

Hub88 and Live88, two B2B brands within the Yolo Group, have achieved a major breakthrough by securing gaming-related vendor licences from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). The GCGRA, an independent UAE federal body, holds exclusive authority over the regulation, licensing, and supervision of all commercial gaming activity in the country.

The newly granted approvals open the door for both brands to operate in the UAE’s rapidly developing regulated gaming market — a landmark moment that signals their official entry into the Gulf nation’s commercial gaming landscape. Under these licences, Hub88 can now provide its aggregation services, while Live88 is authorised to deliver live casino offerings to licensed operators across all seven Emirates, including Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

This development reinforces both brands’ ambitions to be at the forefront of technological innovation and regulatory compliance in one of the world’s most forward-looking gaming markets. Significantly, Live88 becomes the first online live casino studio licensed in the UAE, setting a precedent for locally regulated live gaming entertainment.

Focus on Innovation and Regulated Growth

The move underscores Yolo Group’s strategic commitment to responsible expansion within fully regulated environments. Both Hub88 and Live88 continue to develop and refine new products from their research and development hub in Tallinn, Estonia, ensuring that all solutions meet the highest international standards before scaling further within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

Lara Falzon, CEO of Yolo’s B2B brands, highlighted the importance of the milestone, stating: “Securing these licences represents a strong vote of confidence from the UAE’s regulatory body in our brands, our technology and our commitment to operating to the highest standards of integrity and innovation.

“This development reassures our clients and partners of our long-term vision to operate exclusively in regulated markets.”

By securing these approvals, Hub88 and Live88 strengthen their reputation as trusted technology providers positioned to deliver secure, transparent, and fully compliant iGaming solutions to operators in the Middle East.

Live88 Expands Portfolio with Blackjack Tournaments

In a related announcement, Live88 has launched Blackjack tournaments, introducing competitive new features to its live casino portfolio. Players can now participate in two distinct formats: Leaderboard tournaments, where competitors accumulate points to climb the rankings, and Mystery Bounty tournaments, which trigger hidden rewards when specific milestones are achieved.

These high-stakes events bring an additional layer of interactivity and strategy, allowing players to test their skills not only against the dealer but also against each other. Operators have full flexibility to customise tournaments, adjusting settings such as minimum bets, point systems, and reward triggers, or even creating exclusive tournaments for select participants.

Natasha Giorgio, Head of Sales and Business Development at Live88, said: “We’re constantly looking for ways to enhance the player experience. Our new Blackjack tournaments add a compelling layer of competition that we know players will love.

“This is another example of our commitment to delivering a fun and captivating user experience.”

With its UAE licence secured and its latest game innovation now live, Live88 continues to strengthen its position as a leader in creative, player-focused live casino solutions.

Source:

“Hub88 and Live88 receive UAE gaming-related vendor licences”, live88.io, October 15, 2025