The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), in collaboration with the Institute of Internal Auditors Malta Chapter (IIA Malta), is set to host a dedicated conference on 12 th February to spotlight the critical role that internal audit plays in keeping Malta's financial sector strong, transparent, and well-governed. Titled From Oversight to Insight , the event brings together professionals and stakeholders from across the industry to explore expectations, challenges, and t

Capital Markets is one of the key pillars of the Malta Financial Services Advisory Council’s (MFSAC) strategy, launched in 2023, with the jurisdiction delivering meaningful reforms designed to strengthen its position as a competitive and specialised hub. At the outset of the strategy, the Capital Markets Working Group identified several persistent concerns among industry participants and significant progress has since been made. The approval structure is being streamlined fro

Malta International Airport (MLA) has officially kicked off one of the most significant infrastructure projects in Malta’s aviation history. The East Expansion, a major development forming part of a €345 million investment programme, will deliver a brand new 6,000 square metre terminal building by 2028 - and it signals a clear commitment to future-proofing Malta's capacity to attract and accommodate a growing number of visitors. Announced at a press conference by MLA Chief Ex

Malta’s labour market has demonstrated remarkable strength, with registered full-time employment increasing by 4.1% year-on-year in August 2025, according to the latest data from Jobsplus. Part-time employment as a primary occupation grew even faster at 5.1%, underscoring the economy's capacity to generate diverse employment opportunities.   Total registered employment reached 337,278 by August 2025. These positive statistics position Malta as one of Europe’s most dynamic emp

Malta led tourism growth in the European Union (EU) in 2025, recording the largest year-on-year increase in nights spent at tourist accommodation establishments. This is according to early estimates published by Eurostat statistics.    Across the EU, tourists spent an estimated 3.08 billion nights in hotels, holiday dwellings, and campsites in 2025, representing a 2% increase compared to the previous year. This figure represents the highest level ever recorded and yet, Malta

Malta's chief executives are demonstrating remarkable resilience against a backdrop of declining global business confidence, with 92% expecting stable or improved economic conditions in the coming months, according to the latest PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)  CEO Confidence Tracker .   The optimistic outlook from Malta-based business leaders contrasts with international sentiment, where just 30% of CEOs worldwide express confidence about revenue growth over the next 12 months,

Economy Minister Silvio Schembri has indicated that Malta is set to secure its largest foreign direct investment to date, with a major medical technology company preparing to establish operations in the country.   Speaking from Chicago during a trade mission with Malta Enterprise and Indis, Minister Schembri described the development as “good news for Malta,” confirming that negotiations with the medtech firm have been ongoing for two years.   “This will be the largest foreig

Jonathan Anguelov, Co-founder of European unicorn Aircall, will take the stage at the EU-Startups Summit on 7th to 8th May 2026, marking the event’s third consecutive year in Malta and underscoring the jurisdiction's growing reputation as a Mediterranean innovation hub.   Anguelov’s participation comes as Malta experiences remarkable growth in venture capital (VC) activity. The jurisdiction recorded a striking 1,230% surge in VC funding during 2025, emerging as one of Europe’

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) sent a high-level delegation to Southern China and Hong Kong at the end of last year, where discussions focused on financial crime prevention, supervisory practices, and long-term cooperation between the regulators.   The mission, which took place between 30th November and 4th December, was led by Matthew Scicluna, Head of Financial Crime Compliance at the MFSA, together with Ray Schembri, Head of Insurance and Pensions Supervisio

SOFTSWISS, a leading global provider of technology solutions, has appointed Denis Romanovskiy as its inaugural Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO). The creation of this C-suite role reflects broader trends across Malta’s iGaming ecosystem, where companies are increasingly treating AI as core business infrastructure rather than experimental technology.   Malta has established itself as the jurisdiction of choice for iGaming operators and technology providers, combinin