While there’s been no announcement about an online casino or sports betting coming to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the posting of three job ads by the operator of the national lottery suggests that this might be the case.
company is looking for a casino games manager, data analyst, and commercial director
Skift first reported that Momentum was looking for talent to get on board with the “ambitious, early-stage online casino and sportsbook brand preparing to launch.” The company is looking for a casino games manager, data analyst, and commercial director.
Momentum got approved as the first-ever lottery operator in July 2024, with people in the emirate able to buy lottery tickets online, purchase scratchcards, and play a couple of instant-win games. This is a major move for a region that has always been very conservative when it comes to gambling.
The formation of the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) led to the issuance of the lottery license and approval for Wynn Resorts to offer gambling at its land-based casino resort under development in Ras Al Khaimah. It is expected to open in 2027.
