Malta: Media, Telecoms, IT, Entertainment

The Court of Justice of the European Union has delivered a landmark judgment addressing whether effective geo-blocking can lawfully restrict online access to copyrighted works across territorial boundaries, and whether the mere possibility of VPN circumvention undermines such technological measures. The case examines the fundamental tension between territorial copyright protection and the borderless nature of internet access, with significant implications for digital content providers operating across multi

In a recent judgment, the Honourable Court of Appeal analysed the scope and availability of the extraordinary remedy of retrial (ritrattazzjoni) under Articles 811(e) and 811(l) of the Maltese Code of Organization and Civil Procedure.

In our third episode we meet André Xuereb, professor of physics at the University of Malta and an entrepreneur. André is a thought leader in quantum technologies with a passion for exploring how we can shape tech for a safer tomorrow.

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...

The concession, issued under reference MFC/1/2026, will be awarded on a build, finance, operate and transfer (“BFOT”) basis. The successful tenderer will be responsible for financing and developing new film-production facilities on a site measuring approximately 92,400 square metres, operating the studios throughout the concession period and transferring the facilities back to the contracting authority upon its expiry.

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.

For founders and international businesses, losing access to Meta platforms has evolved from a technical inconvenience into a critical business continuity and reputational risk. This publication examines the legal and strategic considerations surrounding Meta account disputes, including platform governance, executive impersonation, GDPR implications, and the importance of coordinated escalation strategies in an increasingly platform-dependent digital economy.

The Court of Justice of the European Union has ruled on whether luxury brands can use historical dates in their trademarks when those dates suggest centuries of craftsmanship and heritage that don't actually exist. This landmark decision examines how false claims about a business's age may deceive consumers about product quality, particularly when tradition and prestige are key factors in purchasing luxury goods.

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.