BN Talks

‘Value of on-the-spot fines is in preventing offences’ – MHRA welcomes cannabis fines news

November 5, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

Visible police presence, immediate action and prompt response when assistance is requested are essential, he said

€235 on-the-spot fine for tourists smoking cannabis in public

November 4, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

'We need more enforcement against those who do not respect people around them,' Minister says

eCabs Technologies expands to Varaždin, its second Croatian city 

November 4, 2026
by Tim Diacono

Varaždin-based taxi operator is now using eCabs ride hailing software

More than half say last year’s Budget measures had no impact on household finances – survey

November 4, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

Respondents aged 65 and over were twice as likely as those under 45 to say the Budget improved their finances

New €50 cheque minimum could affect smaller NGO donations as digital payments gain ground

November 4, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

New cheque rules are coming into affect in January 2027

15% of households report difficulty in covering expenses, while almost half comfortably cover them – survey

November 3, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

14.1 per cent said they sometimes struggle to cover all expenses and 0.8 per cent regularly cannot cover essential expenses

PTL partners with Zoho – Less paperwork, more possibilities

November 3, 2026
by BN Writer

The partnership will help businesses across Malta simplify their operations, connect their teams and make more time for what matters

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What is driving the dollar’s strength?

October 8, 2026
by Edward Rizzo

The US Dollar ended the third quarter of 2026 with its sixth consecutive quarterly gain

Alkagesta hosts banking partners summit as international financial support exceeds $1 billion

October 7, 2026
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Malta's strong regulatory framework, EU membership, and expanding logistics infrastructure continue to attract international trading companies and their financial partners

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Fyorin launches expense management to bring business spending into one place

November 3, 2026
by BN Writer

For businesses managing several teams, departments or projects, small work payments quickly adds up

Government responsible for ensuring infrastructure supports economic model – Employers’ Association

November 2, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

Economic growth has relied heavily on sustained construction and was encouraged by government’s pro-development policies, it said

Only one in three Maltese family businesses have a written succession plan

November 2, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

A survey of 150 businesses also found that while turnover increased for most respondents, half reported stagnant profits

‘Smart Regulation, More Agility’ event will see businesses propose ideas for more agile regulatory environment

November 2, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

It will focus on legislative amendments, the Malta Business Wallet, and the Youth Enterprise Framework, among other things

Malta’s business conditions remain below long-term average as retail activity contracts

October 29, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

Malta’s business conditions remain below long-term average as retail activity contracts

TCN measures risk ‘mammothing’ the human resource challenge in catering establishment sector – association

October 29, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

Introduction of eco-contribution alone will not ensure influx of quality tourists, ACE says

Minimum cheque payment to rise to €50 from 2027

October 29, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

The Central Bank aims to modernise Malta’s payments landscape

New EU anti-money laundering rules raise concerns over digital onboarding and compliance costs

October 29, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

Industry and regulatory representatives discuss the practical challenges of implementing Europe's new AML framework

MBB calls for aligned advocacy across Government and industry to secure good EU budget package for Malta

October 29, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

Minister Keith Azzopardi Tanti supported the call for structured collaboration

GiMAS Malta invests €10 million in sustainable energy manufacturing

October 28, 2026
by Julia Falzon

Prime Minister Robert Abela said the investment reflected Malta’s economic stability and ability to attract international investors

Malta to host European innovators shaping the future of circular electronics

October 28, 2026
by Julia Falzon

The event will showcase technologies and investment to turn e-waste into valuable materials