Malta: Media, Telecoms, IT, Entertainment

The Malta Tax and Customs Administration has issued updated guidelines clarifying VAT treatment and place-of-supply rules for electronically supplied services, taking effect from October 2026. These new rules refine the interpretation of digital services under Maltese VAT law and strengthen alignment with EU VAT principles, particularly the destination-based taxation model that affects how businesses charge VAT across different jurisdictions.

As an ICT service provider, you may be wondering about the best way to demonstrate your commitment to security and reliability to your clients. While ISO certifications are widely recognised...

The EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act ("DORA") which will come into effect on the 17th January 2025, seeks to establish a harmonized regulatory framework for digital resilience within the financial sector.

On 20 January 2026, the European Commission proposed a new EU Cybersecurity Package, a legislative designed to strengthen the European Union's long-term resilience against increasingly frequent...

On 21 January 2026, the European Commission ("EC") formally published the proposal for the Digital Networks Act ("DNA"). This is the culmination of a process...

On 28 June 2025, the European Accessibility Act (EAA) – formally known as Directive (EU) 2019/882 of the...

As Malta's premier relocation specialists, Attard Baldacchino understands that choosing to make Malta your home means embracing a lifestyle that seamlessly blends Mediterranean charm with modern convenience.

Malta's summer season is synonymous with one of the island's most cherished cultural traditions – the village festa.

Gambling Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Malta, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

On the 6th of February 2026, the European Commission issued preliminary findings indicating that a major social media platform's design, specifically its use of infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications and a highly‑personalised recommender system, may breach the Digital Services Act (DSA). This through fostering compulsive use and undermining users' mental and physical wellbeing, with particular concern for minors and vulnerable adults.

On 2 December 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) clarified the scope of GDPR liability for online marketplaces in its judgment...

The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) marked a turning point for crypto in Europe. It transformed a patchwork of national regimes into a harmonised, single framework across Member States. Malta chose to be at the forefront of crypto-regulation