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Payroll Outsourcing: The Smarter Way To Run Your People Operations

Ask any business owner what keeps them up at night and payroll will almost certainly be on the list. Not because it is complicated in concept, but because the consequences of getting it wrong are immediate, personal, and in many cases costly. Employees expect to be paid correctly and on time, without exception.

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CSB Group

Dutch Supreme Court Closes One Door On Gambling Player Claims – What’s Next For Malta-Based Operators?

On 3 July 2026, the Dutch Supreme Court (Hoge Raad) delivered its long-awaited judgment in the joined cases 25/00202and 25/00204, concerning claims brought by Dutch players against Malta-based gaming operators TSG...

Malta Media & IT

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Mamo TCV Advocates

AI In The IGaming Industry: Enhancing Personalisation While Avoiding Manipulation

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

Malta Media & IT

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Ganado Advocates

Crypto Wealth and Malta’s Residence Programmes: GRP/TRP for Digital Asset Holders in 2026

Explore upcoming industry events where CSB Group will showcase specialized services across yachting, gaming, and financial sectors throughout 2026. Discover opportunities to connect with experts...

Malta Media & IT

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CSB Group

Malta’s Gaming Sector: Current Developments And Future Trends

Malta Media & IT

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Ganado Advocates

Malta: The Rising Capital Of Game Development

Malta Media & IT

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CSB Group

Operating Within A Framework The Industry Already Knows, Trusts

Malta Media & IT

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WH Partners

Maltese Legislation Prohibiting The Enforcement Of Foreign Judgments Is A Relevant Factor For National Courts When Establishing Urgency In Proceedings For European Account Preservation Orders

European Union Media & IT

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FFF Legal

Malta’s VAT And Gaming Tax Reforms: Key Changes For The Gaming Sector

Malta Media & IT

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Ganado Advocates

The CP Legislative Updates Series – April 2026

Malta Government

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Camilleri Preziosi Advocates

The Long And Winding Road For The Maltese Gaming Industry: The Latest Signpost From Luxembourg

Worldwide Media & IT

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FFF Legal

CJEU Rules Member States Can Restrict Cross-Border Online Gambling And Allow Consumer Refund Claims

Worldwide Media & IT

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FFF Legal

Navigating Malta's New VAT And Gaming Tax Framework

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Grant Thornton Malta

Malta's New VAT Framework For Online Betting And Online Live Events – Two New Guidelines Issued Today

Malta Media & IT

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WH Partners

Malta Implements The Pay Transparency Directive: What Employers Need To Know

Malta Employment

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GVZH Advocates

In Session: Succession, Letting & Hiring Revision – Dr. Kurt Xerri X GħSL (Podcast)

Malta Law Performance

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Ganado Advocates

Regulator Launches Public Consultation On Tokenisation

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Finance Malta

MFSA Issues AI Governance And Prudential Risk Expectations For Malta Financial Services Firms

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Ganado Advocates

In Session: Criminal Law Revision – Prof. Stefano Filletti X GħSL (Podcast)

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Ganado Advocates

The Sports Private Limited Liability Company: Malta’s New Framework For Sports Governance

By virtue of Legal Notice 91 of 2026, the Minister responsible for the registration of commercial partnerships, in consultation with the Minister responsible for education, sport, youth, research and innovation...

Malta Commercial

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WH Partners

Malta's Gambling VAT Exemption: The First Guidelines Are Here

Following the publication of Legal Notice 86 of 2026 which we wrote about last week, the MTCA have issued these Guidelines in conformity with Article 75(2) of the VAT Act (Chapter 406, Laws of Malta)...

Malta Media & IT

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WH Partners

Revised VAT Treatment of Gambling Services — Legal Notice 86 of 2026 and MTCA Guidelines

The publication of Legal Notice 86 of 2026 on 1 April 2026, which comes into force on 1 October 2026, marks a meaningful shift in how gambling services will be treated for VAT purposes in Malta.

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Camilleri Preziosi Advocates

New VAT Rules On Gambling And Betting Activities Effective 1 October 2026

Legal Notice 86 of 2026 was published today, introducing amendments to the Fifth Schedule to the Value Added Tax Act (Cap. 406). The amendments narrow the existing VAT exemption applicable to gambling...

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WH Partners

Prediction Markets In Europe: Why Malta Is Often On The Shortlist

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WH Partners

New 15% Tax Rate For Highly Skilled Professionals In Finance And Gaming

Malta Employment

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GTG

Article 56A In Action: Malta's Public Policy Shield Confirmed By The Courts

Malta Media & IT

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CSB Group

Intellectual Property Rights In B2B Gaming: The Cornerstone Of Competitive Advantage

Malta Media & IT

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CSB Group

The Titanium Brace Tightens: Rome II And Director Liability After Wunner

Malta Commercial

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Ganado Advocates

CJEU Clarifies Applicable Law For Online Gambling Torts

Malta Media & IT

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GTG

Chambers Global Trends And Developments: Gaming Law 2025

Malta Media & IT

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GVZH Advocates

The Legal500 Gaming Law Comparative Guide

Malta Media & IT

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GVZH Advocates

Malta Budget Highlights 2026

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WH Partners

Tough Times For Influencers – AGCOM's New Code Of Conduct

Malta Media & IT

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WH Partners

Chambers Global Trends And Developments: Gaming Law 2025

Malta has steadily evolved into a leading hub for online gaming over the years. Today, hundreds of gaming operators are based on the island, making it a global centre for the iGaming industry.

Malta Media & IT

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GVZH Advocates

The Legal500 Gaming Law Comparative Guide

In accordance with the Gaming Definitions Regulations (S.L.583.04), 'gaming' means an activity consisting in participating in a game, offering a gaming service or making a gaming supply...

Malta Media & IT

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GVZH Advocates

Malta Budget Highlights 2026

Non-taxable income thresholds are set to increase, particularly benefiting individuals with two or more children

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WH Partners

Tough Times For Influencers – AGCOM's New Code Of Conduct

The Italian Communications Authority (AGCOM), with Resolution No. 197/25/CONS, has issued new guidelines and a Code of Conduct for the regulation of content disseminated by "significant" influencers.

Malta Media & IT

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WH Partners

The Digital Fairness Act: Implications For The IGaming Industry

Malta Media & IT

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Ganado Advocates

MGA Publishes Capital Requirements Policy

On 2nd July 2025, the Malta Gaming Authority ("MGA") published its Capital Requirements Policy (the "Policy"), which introduces new financial obligations for licensed entities.

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Camilleri Preziosi Advocates

Capital Requirements Policy

The Capital Requirements Policy (hereinafter the ‘Policy') serves as a foundation for the financial soundness of legal entities holding a licence issued by the Malta Gaming Authority...

Malta Media & IT

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WH Partners

MGA Issues New Capital Requirements Policy

The Malta Gaming Authority ("MGA") has published the Capital Requirements Policy ("Policy"). It shall be applicable to all Licensees and Licence Applicants and is meant to provide a foundation to financial soundness...

Malta Media & IT

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GTG

MGA Issues Capital Requirements Policy For Licensees

On 2 July 2025, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) issued its Capital Requirements Policy, outlining financial obligations for licensees and applicants.

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GVZH Advocates

GVZH Newsletter Q2 June 2025

Malta Technology

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GVZH Advocates

Malta Technology

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GVZH Advocates

Malta Gaming Authority Issues Notice Repealing ODR Requirements

Malta Media & IT

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GTG

Jurisdiction, Applicable Law, And The "Titanium Brace Case" Before The CJEU

Malta Media & IT

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WH Partners

The EU Accessibility Act And Its Relevance For Online Gambling Operators

European Union Media & IT

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WH Partners

MGA Issues Clarification On Audit Procedures: Updates To Reporting And Review Practices

Malta Accounting

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BDO Malta

Banned AI: What The EU AI Act Means For Gaming And Gambling Systems

European Union Media & IT

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GTG

CSB Group At ICE Barcelona 2025 - IGaming FAQs On Jurisdictions & Regulatory & Consultancy Services (Video)

Malta Media & IT

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CSB Group

Austrian Refund Claims Rejected By Maltese Courts: A Win For Malta-Licensed IGaming Operators

Malta Media & IT

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CSB Group

Landmark Decision By The Maltese Superior Court – Austrian Judgments Awarding Refunds Of Gambling Losses Are Not Enforceable In Malta

Malta Media & IT

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WH Partners

Casino De Spa SA: The Future Of VAT On Gambling Services

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WH Partners

First Hall Civil Court Refuses The Recognition And Enforcement Of Austrian Player Claims As Manifestly Contrary To Maltese Public Policy

Malta Media & IT

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Fenech & Fenech Advocates

Maltese Courts Dismiss Austrian Gambling Loss Reimbursement Claims

Malta Media & IT

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GVZH Advocates

Google Set To Update Its Gambling And Games Policy

Malta Media & IT

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GTG

Chambers Global Practice Guides – TMT 2025

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GVZH Advocates

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The Future Of Gaming With AI (Video)

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The Evolution Of Malta's Gaming Industry (Video)

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CSB Group At ICE London 2024 – iGaming FAQs, Jurisdiction Insights & More! (Video)

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CSB Group

Achieving The Ideal Gaming Regulatory Framework (Video)

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WH Partners

Malta Online Gaming Licence Application (Video)

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CSB Group

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