Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
Philanthropy’s Bright Lights and Offshore Shadows
Explore the Sampoerna family’s philanthropy, governance, and private wealth structures in Southeast Asia.
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Michael
With nearly 30 years in corporate services and investigative journalism, I head TRIDER.UK, specializing in deep-dive research into gaming and finance. As Editor of Malta Media, I deliver sharp investigative coverage of iGaming and financial services. My experience also includes leading corporate formations and navigating complex international business structures.
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
Selective Privacy Claims in Mansion Group Litigation
Examining how selective privacy and public conduct shape Mansion Group’s litigation with Karel Manasco.
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August 08, 2025
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
MK Fintech Partners Ltd: Malta VFA Licensing Clarifications
MK Fintech clarifies past VFA role, office links, and Malta licensing amid regulatory changes.
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August 08, 2025
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
The limits of without prejudice: misuse of legal privilege
Exploring how 'without prejudice' is misused in law, its limits, and why misuse threatens press freedom and accountability.
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August 07, 2025
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
Gibraltar Judiciary Crisis: Silence on Judicial Bias
Gibraltar’s judiciary faces scrutiny for silence and bias in Manasco v Mansion, raising concerns about transparency and fairness.
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August 07, 2025
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
Silvania won the vote, but Pisas kept the throne!
Explore why Curaçao’s top vote-getter Silvania was not made Prime Minister in 2025 despite public support.
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August 07, 2025
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
The Crypto Gambling Foundation hasn’t moved in Years!
The CGF badge persists online despite inactivity since 2020, raising compliance and fairness concerns in crypto gambling.
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August 06, 2025
Editor’s Choice 1
Malta Vision 2050: Flawed Plan or Future Roadmap?
Malta Vision 2050 faces criticism over limited consultation, insider control, and weak evidence for a national future plan.
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August 06, 2025
Editor’s Choice 1
Why Cyprus’s Schengen Accession might alarm its Quietest Guests?
Cyprus joins Schengen in 2026, ending discretion for criminal networks and reshaping border, visa, and regulatory oversight.
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August 05, 2025
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
Fasttoken Tokenomics: Decentralisation or Insider Control?
Fasttoken claims decentralisation, but 90% of tokens favor insiders over public users.
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August 01, 2025
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
How Campeonbet and CW Marketing Exploit CGA’s Regulatory Illusion
Explore how Campeonbet exploits Curaçao’s CGA “green seal” while player protections remain absent.
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July 31, 2025
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
CGA’s Credibility Crisis: International Badges Fail Domestic Oversight
CGA’s global affiliations mask weak enforcement and lack of protections for players in Curaçao-licensed online gambling.
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July 31, 2025
Editor’s Choice 1
Bahamut Ecosystem: The Decentralisation Illusion Explained
Exploring Bahamut’s grant-funded projects and why central control contradicts its decentralisation claims.
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July 31, 2025
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
SoftConstruct Group: Unanswered Questions & Financial Opacity
Investigating SoftConstruct’s opaque structure, governance gaps, and unanswered regulatory questions in the gaming and finance sectors.
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July 28, 2025
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
Anton Dalli’s profile of roles, credentials and influence
Explore Anton Dalli’s career in IT, blockchain, gaming, and regulatory compliance leadership.
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July 28, 2025
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
Civil injunction silences claims against EM Group, Bellona
German court bans individual from repeating claims about Bellona N.V. and EM Group, raising concerns over data privacy and regulatory oversight.
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July 26, 2025
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
Is EM Group Just a Trustee or an Operational Director?
Explore whether EM Group’s role in Curaçao’s gaming sector extends beyond trustee duties.
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July 26, 2025
Licenses & Payments
ISO 20022 payment updates push for modernisation
With the financial landscape rapidly evolving, ISO 20022 is at the forefront of payment system modernization. This global messaging standard enhances communication between financial institutions by allowing richer data exchange,...
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July 21, 2025
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
Potential liability from the conduct of Mr. Antonio Zanghi
Antonio Zanghi’s director loan sparks insolvency, civil claims, and fraud concerns at Maxima Compliance Ltd.
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July 19, 2025
Editor’s Choice 1
Malta’s Utilities Struggle Amid Tourism, Population Boom
Power and water systems face strain as Malta's tourism and population hit new highs, with urgent upgrades still lagging.
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July 19, 2025
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
Chief Justice Anthony Dudley and Gibraltar Judiciary Oversight
Examining Chief Justice Dudley’s role, key rulings, and the debate on judicial independence in Gibraltar.
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July 19, 2025
Companies & People, Editor’s Choice 1
Albert Isola’s Role in Gibraltar Gaming Oversight
Albert Isola’s ties to Gibraltar’s gaming sector raise transparency and governance questions amid the Mansion vs Manasco case.
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July 19, 2025
iGaming News, Laws
The most common compliance mistakes iGaming operators make
Just as the iGaming industry continues to evolve, so do the myriad compliance requirements that operators must navigate. Many businesses falter in their adherence to regulations due to misunderstandings or...
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July 19, 2025
iGaming News, Laws
How Malta’s new regulations affect online gambling businesses
Many online gambling businesses are closely monitoring the recent regulatory changes in Malta, a significant hub for the industry. These new regulations aim to enhance player protection, ensure fair play,...
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July 19, 2025
Laws, Taxation
FIAU investigates cross-border tax evasion rings
There's an increasing focus on cross-border tax evasion as global financial systems become more interconnected. The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) is actively investigating these tax evasion schemes that exploit...
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July 19, 2025
Laws
Frozen crypto assets – court battles expose legal gaps
Many investors are grappling with the implications of frozen cryptocurrency assets, as recent court battles have brought to light significant legal ambiguities in the handling of digital currencies. These cases...
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July 19, 2025
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
A Pattern of Obstruction, Secrecy and Deflection in Gibraltar
Gibraltar's Chief Minister accused of halting a key anti-money laundering audit at state bank, sparking serious concerns about financial oversight.
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