Armenia Selects Malta-Based Random Systems International for Centralized Gambling Monitoring System
TL;DR — Armenia awarded Random Systems International the tender for a real-time gambling monitoring system after three bids. The platform launches January 2027 for 15 years and includes responsible gaming enforcement. The provider has clarified its complete separation from a related consultancy under investigation in Curaçao.
SCCG Take — The selection underscores reliance on proven regional experience from Georgia while the ownership clarification mitigates conflict concerns in a maturing regulatory market.
Armenia has confirmed the award of a tender for a centralized gambling monitoring and regulation system to Random Systems International, a company registered in Malta. Eduard Hakobyan, chairman of Armenia’s State Revenue Committee, stated that three companies submitted bids following the adoption of the Law on the Regulation of Gambling Activities. Hakobyan cited the winner’s relevant experience performing similar duties in neighbouring Georgia, according to Focus Gaming News.
Real-Time Data Access and Responsible Gaming Enforcement
The selected system requires all bets to be recorded in real time, granting the State Revenue Committee direct access to the data. The provider will also perform regulatory functions that include enforcement of responsible gaming rules and application of restrictions on vulnerable players and state employees.
This initiative stems from legislation introduced in 2024. The digital analysis and monitoring system will launch fully in January 2027 and remain in place for 15 years.
Provider Ownership History and Separation Statement
Random Systems International was registered in Żebbuġ, Malta, in 2018. It was formerly owned by Mario Galea, who served as head of the Maltese gambling regulator between 2004 and 2008, and is now run by Marc Galea. Company filings list Bulgarian-based Savoir Consulting Ltd as the majority shareholder.
Random Systems Consulting, a separate entity owned by Mario Galea that is under investigation in Curaçao over its work with the Curaçao Gaming Authority, has stated it no longer has any connection. The company and Mario Galea exited Random Systems International in November 2022.
Neither Mario Galea nor Random Consulting has any ownership, management, operational or other involvement in Random Systems International today.
Reporting: Focus Gaming News
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Armenia's long-term monitoring deal reflects demand for proven regional tech; ownership clarity was critical to awarding the contract.
This is a blueprint contract for emerging markets building centralized surveillance infrastructure. We're watching how Georgia's playbook transfers to Armenia and what it signals for neighbors eyeing similar frameworks. The 15-year horizon shows commitment, but vendor track record and clean governance proved decisive in a three-bidder field.
- Random Systems International wins 15-year contract for real-time bet recording and responsible gaming enforcement starting January 2027
- Selection driven by proven experience operating similar system in neighboring Georgia
- Provider clarified complete separation from Mario Galea and consultancy under Curaçao investigation since November 2022
SCCG angle: We've guided operators and tech partners through Georgia's regulatory buildout and are tracking Armenia's framework closely. SCCG connects compliance platforms with emerging markets and helps operators navigate vendor selection and integration timelines as these systems come online across the region.
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