Malta: Privacy

As artificial intelligence transforms the iGaming industry through personalized player experiences and enhanced engagement, operators face a critical challenge: how to leverage AI's capabilities while navigating the complex regulatory landscape of the EU's AI Act and GDPR. The distinction between legitimate personalization and prohibited manipulation has become increasingly nuanced, requiring operators to implement robust governance frameworks that balance innovation with player protection and regulatory co

This quarterly bulletin consolidates significant legal, regulatory, and compliance developments across Malta's financial services, gaming, consumer protection, and data protection sectors. Key regulatory bodies including the MGA, MFSA, FIAU, MCCAA, IDPC, and FSSA have issued consultations, guidance, and enforcement updates addressing artificial intelligence governance, anti-money laundering standards, decentralised finance frameworks, and enhanced consumer protections. The updates reflect Malta's ongoing al

The right of access has long occupied a central position within the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Enshrined in Article 15, it enables individuals to obtain confirmation as to whether their personal data...

The European Parliament and Council have adopted positions on proposed amendments to the EU's Artificial Intelligence Act through the Digital Omnibus Package, introducing fixed compliance deadlines and targeted relief measures for SMEs...

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 European Data Protection Board (EDPB) published the first draft guidelines on the interplay between the Digital Services Act (the "DSA") and the General Data Protection Regulation...