Verification of Payee and the evolution of trust in payments: An inside view from a European EMI
From October 2025, the EU’s new Verification of Payee rule will reshape digital payments by tackling fraud and redefining how trust is built across the financial ecosystem....
From cash to code: How the digital euro could change the way people pay
The digital euro is described by the European Central Bank website as an electronic means of payment available free of charge to everyone. But will the digital euro...
The new watchdog: Using AI to ensure compliance and conquer fraud in Malta’s financial and iGaming hubs

Machine‑learning models can study historic and live transactions to spot unusual patterns and adapt as criminal tactics evolve

Machine‑learning models can study historic and live...

APS Bank reports strong second-quarter rebound, driving first-half performance for 2025

Following a subdued start to the year, APS Bank reported a strong rebound in Q2 2025, boosting profitability and operating income despite global economic...

Following a subdued start to the year, APS Bank reported a...

Bolt Food, Wolt partner up on fleet operator standards

New agreement with delivery fleet operators association will introduce a seal...

New agreement with delivery fleet operators association...

CCFunds launches a no initial fees offer on Strategy Funds

Funds backed by strategies for different investors

Funds backed by strategies for different investors

GO hits record highs as it charts a smarter, greener future

In this Q&A, GO plc CEO Nikhil Patil discusses the company's latest...

In this Q&A, GO plc CEO Nikhil Patil discusses the...

Government’s Consolidated Fund registered deficit of €457.4 million in first half of 2025

Total expenditure from January to June 2025 stood at €3,931.7 million, €437.2 million higher than the previous year.

Total expenditure from January to June 2025 stood at...

Malta’s db Group in first major overseas venture in UAE’s Ras Al Khaimah

The db Group is partnering with an Emirati company to bring the Hard Rock Hotel franchise to Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates for major development...

The db Group is partnering with an Emirati company to bring...

Annual rate of inflation steady at 2.4% in June 2025

The highest annual inflation rates in June 2025 were registered in Food (4.5...

The highest annual inflation rates in June 2025 were...

Why Forex brokers are choosing Malta over offshore jurisdictions in 2025

As regulatory scrutiny tightens worldwide, a growing number of forex brokers are turning to Malta as a middle-ground solution — offering the credibility...

As regulatory scrutiny tightens worldwide, a growing number...

Lidion Bank closes €5 million bond issue, underscores market confidence in growth strategy

Lidion Bank p.l.c. has successfully completed the issuance of €5,000,000 in 6% unsecured subordinated callable bonds

Lidion Bank p.l.c. has successfully completed the issuance...

BOV enhances security measures for customer authentication

The latest initiatives include a more secure customer authentication process...

The latest initiatives include a more secure customer...

New Malta-licensed casinos in 2025: what makes them different from offshore platforms?

In a market increasingly filled with choices, not all online casinos operate under the same rules—or offer the same level of protection. In 2025, players...

In a market increasingly filled with choices, not all...

BMIT Technologies signs agreement to acquire 49% stake in Malta Properties Company plc

The transaction is contingent on several conditions precedent, including the necessary  regulatory clearances, and shareholder approval

The transaction is contingent on several conditions...

MFSA welcomes ESMA Peer Review on CASP Authorisation and Supervision

European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) Peer Review on Crypto-Asset...

European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) Peer...

Integrated GIS Flood Modelling in coastal Florida communities

As seas rise and storms intensify along Florida’s coasts, once-minor...

As seas rise and storms intensify along Florida’s...

Sweden’s gambling market transitions from land-based casinos to online platforms

Sweden’s gambling market is rapidly shifting from traditional land-based casinos to a dynamic, mobile-first online industry, driven by cultural change,...

Sweden’s gambling market is rapidly shifting from...

MFSA launches consultation on regulatory framework for Shariah-compliant sukuk

MFSA opens public consultation on new rules that would allow the issuance of Islamic finance instruments

MFSA opens public consultation on new rules that would...

Central Bank issues warning on fraudulent emails

Fraudulent communication is being circulated through the email address...

Fraudulent communication is being circulated through the...