Our Organisation
About GICNT
GICNT was founded in 2019 by a group of former regulators, compliance officers and responsible gambling advocates who recognised the need for an independent, non-commercial global standard for the iGaming industry.
Unlike industry associations, GICNT accepts no membership fees or operator sponsorships. Our operating budget is funded through grants, research contracts and public sector partnerships. This independence is the foundation of our credibility.
Our History
2019
GICNT Founded
Established by former regulators from MGA, UKGC and the Canadian Gaming Association. Initial framework covers 12 jurisdictions.
2021
First 100 Certifications
GICNT reaches 100 certified operators and expands coverage to North America, Australia and Southeast Asia.
2023
Framework v3.0 — Crypto Standards
Major update adding specific requirements for cryptocurrency payment handling and DeFi gambling platforms.
2025
38 Jurisdictions · 214 Active Certifications
GICNT becomes the most-referenced independent compliance framework in iGaming regulatory discourse.
2026
Standards v4.2 — AI Disclosure Requirements
Updated framework addresses AI-generated content disclosure, algorithmic betting assistance and automated KYC systems.
External Expertise
Advisory Council
GICNT draws on the expertise of leading practitioners across regulation, responsible gambling, compliance and public policy. The following professionals inform our standards development through their publicly available research, publications and industry contributions.
| Name | Role & Organisation | Area of Expertise | Jurisdiction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracy Parker | Senior VP, Accreditation & Advisory — Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) | RG Check accreditation, harm prevention standards, responsible gambling research | Canada |
| Kirsty Caldwell | Founder — Betsmart Consulting; Member, UKGC Industry Forum | Multi-jurisdiction compliance, AML, UK Gambling White Paper implementation | UK / International |
| Tim Miller | Executive Director — UK Gambling Commission | Regulatory policy, licensing, compliance and enforcement | United Kingdom |
| Kimberley Vella | Regulatory Oversight Manager — Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) | Compliance, player protection, sports betting integrity, governance frameworks | Malta / EU |
| Dr. Jennifer Shatley | Executive Director — Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) | Responsible gaming, self-exclusion technology, player protection, public policy | United States |
| David C. Hodgins, Ph.D. | Professor of Psychology — University of Calgary; Scientific Advisor, ICRG | Gambling disorder research, independent responsible gambling science | Canada |
| Dan Waugh | Partner — Regulus Partners | Gambling market regulation research, policy analysis | United Kingdom |
| Dr. Maris Catania | Director of Player Sustainability — LeoVegas | Safer gambling, player protection strategy, behavioural psychology | Malta / International |
| Keith Whyte | Founder & President — Safer Gambling Strategies LLC; Former NCPG | 30 years responsible gambling advocacy, policy, programme design | United States |
| Norma Campbell | Head of Compliance — Betfred; Former UKGC (14 years) | UK gambling regulation, compliance operations, consumer protection | United Kingdom |
Note: Advisory Council members are listed in recognition of their publicly available professional contributions to responsible gambling and iGaming compliance. Inclusion reflects their expertise as referenced in GICNT standards development and does not imply formal employment, directorial responsibility or endorsement of any specific operator or product.