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JANUARY 15, 2026
The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has launched a Public Consultation on a proposed notification-based regulatory framework for aircraft financial leasing companies, marking a significant step in enhancing and modernising the regulatory environment for aviation finance in Malta.
Recogn ...
JANUARY 09, 2026
The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has published its Strategic Update outlining the Authority’s direction and vision towards a more resilient, efficient, and innovation-driven financial system and reinforcing its commitment to regulatory excellence.
As of June 2025, the MFSA had ach ...
DECEMBER 11, 2025
A delegation from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), led by Mr Matthew Scicluna (Head of Financial Crime Compliance) and Mr Ray Schembri (Head of Insurance and Pensions Supervision), visited Southern China and Hong Kong between 29 November and 4 December 2025 to engage with regulatory co ...
DECEMBER 04, 2025
The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) is proud to announce that its Chairman, Mr Jesmond Gatt, has been awarded the distinguished Free Enterprise Award by the Insurance Federation of New York (IFNY).
Presented at the historic Union League Club in New York City, this accolade recognises Mr ...
NOVEMBER 21, 2025
The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has published a completely revised Guidance Note for Shariah-Compliant Funds, reinforcing Malta’s growing position as a hub for Islamic finance. This revision follows a comprehensive review designed to improve both the clarity and the practical applica ...
NOVEMBER 19, 2025
The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) hosted a high-level international conference that underscored Malta’s commitment to sustainable financial growth, regulatory innovation, and international collaboration.
Held ahead of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) ...
OCTOBER 23, 2025
In an era where digital threats loom large over global finance, the Malta Financial Services Authority’s Cyber Finance Summit 2025 convened thought leaders to forge a resilient path forward.
Organised by the Malta Financial Services Authority, the Summit brought together over 500 international ...
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
Calls for Continued Sector-Wide Enhancement After 2024 Assessments
The Malta Financial Services Authority (“MFSA”), through its Supervisory ICT Risk and Cybersecurity (SIRC) function, published a Dear CEO Letter outlining a general observations report that summarises the findings of ...
JULY 10, 2025
The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) welcomes the publication of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) Peer Review on Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) Authorisation and Supervision which confirms that overall, the MFSA is largely meeting expectations with respect to the p ...
JUNE 20, 2025
The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) held a recent workshop for Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs) on MiCAR Requirements on Market Conduct and the MFSA Expectations. Organised within months from the granting of the first MiCA licences in Malta, the event brought together several market ...
