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MiCA Is Now Live: What Maltese Crypto Firms Must Do Next
The EU's MiCA regulation took full effect on 30 December. Maltese crypto firms face a transitional period until July 2026 under the MFSA.

FIAU flags new FATF guidance on crypto, DeFi risks – Maltese firms face compliance pressure
The FIAU is urging subject persons to review two new FATF reports on virtual assets and DeFi, warning that compliance gaps could expose firms to regulatory action.

Malta Enterprise extends micro-invest scheme to 2030 with higher thresholds
The new five-year MicroInvest scheme raises the wage increase threshold to €85,000 for family and Gozo firms, with fiscal benefits of up to €1,020.

SME Chamber proposes automatic compensation for power outage losses
The Malta Chamber of SMEs is calling for a structured compensation mechanism triggered automatically when electricity disruptions exceed set thresholds.

SME Chamber pushes for long-term resilience framework after power outage
The Malta Chamber of SMEs is calling for a long-term business resilience framework following a power outage, acknowledging recent investment.

FATF issues global data-sharing blueprint for AML partnerships
New FATF report provides a global framework for public-private data sharing. The FIAU says it is already active in this space in Malta.

Power outages expose limits of low-value economic model
The Malta Chamber warns recurring power cuts are eroding business confidence and says the country's growth model has reached its physical limits.

Malta Targets Family Offices with Flexible Trust Structures and Tax Regime
Malta is positioning itself as a hub for family offices, leveraging PTC structures, tax incentives, and a collaborative ecosystem to attract ultra-high-net-worth families.

Malta Investor Confidence Reaches Decade High in EY Attractiveness Survey
79% of foreign investors now view Malta as attractive, up from 54% last year, but skills shortages and infrastructure strain threaten momentum.

FinXP-Buckzy Deal Opens Faster Cross-Border Payments for Malta's International Firms
FinXP and Buckzy have partnered to combine European SEPA capabilities with real-time cross-border payments, offering faster, more efficient payment solutions for internationally-active businesses.

PwC warns Malta's infrastructure lag threatens business appeal as population heads to 636,000
Malta's population hit 588,254 in 2025 and is projected to reach 636,000 by 2030, but infrastructure investment is not keeping pace, PwC warns.

SME Chamber chief joins ITS strategy launch as Malta eyes Mediterranean tourism excellence
SME Chamber President Paul Abela participated in ITS's Strategic Plan 2026-2030 launch, focusing on workforce skills for Malta's tourism and hospitality future.