Malta

IPOs

New Security Token Exchange ABE Wants to Bring Back Small-Cap IPOs

A new security token trading venture is coming out of stealth mode with a novel strategy to help small U.S. companies go public at a lower cost.

Business  ·  6 March 2019
Europe

7 Southern EU Nations Unite to Take Lead on Blockchain Adoption

Seven EU member nations have come together to promote the use of blockchain tech to boost government services and economic well-being.

Policy & regulation  ·  5 December 2018
Europe

Malta’s Prime Minister Hails Crypto as ‘Future of Money’ in UN Speech

Malta's prime minister, Joseph Muscat, has told the U.N. that cryptocurrencies are "the inevitable future of money."

Policy & regulation  ·  1 October 2018
Exchanges

Binance Partners With Malta to Launch Security Token Trading Platform

Crypto exchange Binance is working with the Malta Stock Exchange to develop and launch a security token trading platform.

Business  ·  12 September 2018
Regulation

Malta Says Crypto Rules Aren’t Yet In Force

The latest crypto laws passed on the island of Malta haven't quite taken effect just yet.

Policy & regulation  ·  20 July 2018
Exchanges

Malta Stock Exchange Inks Deals to Build Security Token Exchanges

A new arm of the Malta Stock Exchange is partnering with Neufund to launch a stock exchange for tokenized securities and crypto assets.

Markets  ·  19 July 2018
Exchanges

Binance Exchange Backs First-Ever Decentralized Bank in Malta

Binance is reportedly among a number of investors backing a decentralized, blockchain-based bank to be launched in Malta.

Business  ·  12 July 2018
Regulation

Among Blockchain-Friendly Jurisdictions, Malta Stands Out

Malta is writing laws for tomorrow's economy rather than trying to impose yesterday's rules upon it. Consider the way it is legally recognizing DAOs.

Policy & regulation  ·  4 July 2018
Europe

Malta Passes Trio of Bills as Part of ‘Blockchain Island’ Plan

Malta's parliament has passed three bills on crypto assets and blockchain, in a big step toward its plan to become a "Blockchain Island."

Policy & regulation  ·  27 June 2018
Exchanges

Binance Backs Malta Stock Exchange’s Startup Accelerator

The Malta Stock Exchange announced today that Binance is backing the exchange's newly launched program to support fintech startups and entrepreneurs.

Business  ·  18 June 2018
Europe

Malta Proposes Test to Define When ICOs Are Securities

Malta is moving closer to introducing a test that would clearly define when assets derived from initial coin offerings are securities.

Policy & regulation  ·  16 April 2018
Regulation

Malta Finance Regulator Warns Against Crypto Margin Trading Site

The MFSA issued a warning against Stocksbtc, denying claims that the startup is registered with the regulator and based in Malta.

Policy & regulation  ·  5 April 2018
Europe

Malta Watchdog Proposes New Blockchain Gaming Guidelines

The Malta Gaming Authority has published draft regulations for digital game companies that want to use distributed ledger or blockchain platforms.

Policy & regulation  ·  30 March 2018
Regulation

Malta Finance Watchdog Pushes Ahead With Crypto Fund Rules

The Malta Financial Services Authority published the feedback it received on its proposed rules for cryptocurrency investment schemes.

Policy & regulation  ·  23 January 2018
Europe

Malta Proposes Rules for Cryptocurrency Investment Funds

Malta's government has proposed new rules for investment funds that plan to invest in cryptocurrencies.

Policy & regulation  ·  24 October 2017