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Open A Company In Malta – A Guide For U.S. Businesses
Various incentives and a strong economy makes Malta the preferred EU country to settle in for U.S. businesses. This article will introduce the basics of the Maltese economy, company formation and residence programmes for U.S. citizens.
Registering Co-operative Societies In Malta
A co-operative is a great alternative to establish among competitors, in order to establish a body corporate being able to enter into agreements, fund and achieve a common goal.
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Business Bank Account In Malta – How To Apply?
VAT Return In Malta – A Detailed Overview
Memorandum And Articles Of Association In Malta – What Is Required?
When incorporating a company in Malta, a memorandum of association is required. This is important corporate document which regulates its external affairs
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Establishing a Holding Company In Malta
Due to Malta’s effective tax regime, a holding company in Malta can greatly improve your international tax planning. The holding company entitles its owners to a tax refund, no tax on dividends and no tax on capital gains.
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Limited Liability Companies In Malta – Formation Requirements
The Private Limited Liability company is the most adopted type of business vehicle in Malta. The main reason is the legal protection it gives but also the minimum requirements for setting up this type of company. A private company must restrict the rights to transfer...
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€300K Cryptocurrency Scholarship Launched by the University of Malta
To maintain its place at the forefront of the cryptocurrency sector, the University of Malta is to provide a €300,000 scholarship fund for students of blockchain and distributed ledger technology.
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Smart Contracts – Are We Being Replaced By Machines?
We’ve all seen the movies and read the sci-fi books about machines and robots taking over the world. But how close are we to that becoming a reality? Smart contracts are becoming more and more commonplace in our society. Will they replace lawyers, accountants, and other officials completely or is this still just a fantasy?
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The Crypto-Currency Revolution and Malta’s Role
While many national systems are seeking to take action against crypto-currencies by banning them and imposing limiting regulations, Malta is taking a totally different path. Malta is, in fact, currently preparing crypto-currency regulations, being the first country to do so.
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The Importance Of Blockchain Cryptocurrency In Malta
The rapid increase in digital technology has given many smaller countries the opportunity to attract companies and investors from a range of specialised online industries as they bid to improve their financial resources. The selling of domain names, online gambling and financial enterprises involving digital block-chain cryptocurrencies are just some of the entrepreneurial schemes and investments that small island territories in particular are keen to encourage.
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The State of ICOs in The Jurisdictions of Malta and Gibraltar
Modern day entrepreneurs have creative ways of raising money like crowdfunding, which is steadily gaining dominance. ICOs operate under similar principles in that investors are offered shares in a currency that is still in development. In exchange, they contribute the more popular digital currency such as Ethereum and Bitcoin. Fiat currency like the Euro and USD can also be used.
Implications of the Proposed Blockchain and DLT Regulations
Malta’s recent conference to discuss Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Regulation. The conference was opened by Parliamentary Secretary, Silvio Schembri who expressed the opinion that the Maltese Government was planning to launch a new Digital Innovation Authority Bill (DIA) which will operate as the only regulator for ‘Innovative Digital Technology’. The Technology Arrangements and Services Bill (referred to henceforth as TAS) was also mentioned by Dr Schembri, as was the keenly anticipated Virtual Currency Act. The triumvirate of bills will form the foundation of the Maltese Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Regulation.
Blockchain, A New Universe Of Decentralised Possibilities
In 2009, a seismic shiver ran through the financial sector. The global financial crisis was more than just a practical disaster. On a psychological, philosophical, and ethical level, it exposed crippling uncertainties within the financial arena. Like a weed in the heart of the garden, the roots of this failure ran frighteningly deep.
The Impact of Introducing Virtual Currencies in Malta
Virtual currencies, also known by the name crypto currencies, are an entirely digital form of money. They are unregulated by any financial authority, instead being entirely under the control of their developers. National and international banks do not oversee the use of virtual currencies, as there is no physical aspect to them, and they are therefore, not considered to be legal tender.
ZB.com setting up shop in the Maltese Islands
In recent months, Malta has attracted ample digital currency companies, so much, that its becoming renowned as, ‘blockchain island.’ Several large cryptocurrency companies decided to move or extend their operations to Malta, such companies like, Binance, Bet365 and OKEx.
Planning of the World’s First Decentralised Bank in Malta, by Bitcoin Billionaire
Changpeng Zhao, the billionaire that is behind one of the largest cryptocurrency companies in the world, Binance is behind the planning of the new decentralised bank in Malta. The bank will be called Founders Bank, and there is a reason to it. One of the main features that makes the bank unique and special, is the fact that it will not belong to any single entity or individual.
€22 Million in Funds & Incentives for Maltese SMEs & Micro Businesses
The SMEi (Small Medium Sized Enterprises Initiative) in Malta, strives to help local SMEs start and grow their business. Previously, the SME Initiative Fund stood at €15 million, however, after being topped up with €7 million, the initiative fund now stands at €22million. After being leveraged, this ends up being approximately €90 million dedicated for investment of SMEs.
Continuing High Demand for Commercial Property in Malta
Malta became a full member of the European Union in 2004, and in 2008, joined the euro. Subsequently, Malta’s commercial activity has grown significantly, and it has expanded into new sectors, with significant growth in service industries. Allied to this economic expansion, Malta has moved forward with social development, leading to impressive scores on various European and international development indices.
Polish Cryptocurrency Exchange Joins Malta’s Blockchain Hub
Bitbay is a cryptocurrency exchange based in Poland which trades Bitcoin, Litecoin and Ether against currencies such as the euro and the dollar. Founded in March 2014, the company has found its growth hampered by the attitude of Polish banks which have proved unwilling to cooperate with the exchange.