The Directorate-General for the Regulation of Gambling (Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego, DGOJ), the Spanish authority overseeing online gambling activities, has published its 2024 executive summary on player behavior and market activity. The data reveals a significant year-on-year surge in participation, with nearly two million active players recorded during the year....
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Most stakeholders in the financial sector in Malta recognize the importance of payment agents in facilitating transactions, yet the legal framework surrounding their operations remains ambiguous. This lack of clarity...
Finance News
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Finance News, Laws
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There's growing concern surrounding the use of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) in Malta to obscure the identities of ultimate beneficial owners. This mechanism, often exploited for asset protection and tax...
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With the rise in financial crime and the increasing scrutiny of regulatory bodies, understanding the reasons behind the Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit's (FIAU) infrequent escalation of findings to prosecution is...
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Shadow banking activities have increasingly drawn attention to the role of Malta's financial institutions in facilitating opaque transactions beyond its borders. With a favorable regulatory environment, these banks provide avenues...
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BVI firms have emerged as a significant element in Malta's burgeoning cryptocurrency landscape, driven by the island's favorable regulatory framework and strategic location within Europe. This blog post explores the...
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Over the years, Malta has established itself as a leading hub for cryptocurrency operations, particularly through Payment Service Providers (PSPs). These entities play a pivotal role in facilitating crypto transactions...
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Malta Nominee Firms and Client Profiles
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