Clients laud Ganado Advocates as ‘the go to consultants when it comes to the fintech industry‘. The ‘very responsive‘ team is regularly instructed in blockchain and cryptocurrency matters, and it is also well-regarded for its ability to handle licensing and regulatory issues in connection with investment services. Practice head Leonard Bonello is sought after for his expertise in assisting with blockchain-focused work, while James Debono is noted for his capabilities in handling fintech, blockchain and crowdfunding mandates. The team is also able to draw on the expertise of in-house regulatory experts Paul Falzon and James Farrugia.
Fintech in Malta
Ganado Advocates
Autres avocats clés:
James Debono
Les références
‘The team at Ganado are very responsive to the market and bring a lot to the table and are considered to be the go to consultants when it comes to the fintech industry. We very much appreciate the collaboration we have going with them and they are considered to be our trusted fintech consultant.’
‘Firm is strong on e-money and payment services, has supported us across a number of matters including passporting and other authorisations. The industry and regulator knowledge / contacts are very helpful and mean we trust Ganado for insightful and practical advice.’
‘Leonard Bonello gives clear practical advice.’
GTG Advocates
GTG Advocates‘ fintech practice ‘stands out in the legal landscape‘. The team ‘possesses a unique blend of legal acumen and contemporary knowledge of the rapidly evolving fintech space‘ and ‘their hands-on approach, combined with unparalleled expertise, positions them as leaders in the fintech legal domain‘. The highly regarded practitioner Ian Gauci heads up the practice, and counts regulatory, licensing, e-commerce, initial coin offerings and crypto-asset matters as key areas of strength. Cherise Abela Grech fields expertise in virtual currency issues, and Terence Cassar advises on data protection matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ian Gauci; Cherise Abela Grech; Terence Cassar
Les références
‘Ian Gauci’s knowledge and concise explanations in our opinion are of very high quality.’
‘Ian Gauci is a brilliant lawyer, with great knowledge and full of energy. His dynamism is contagious.’
‘The Fintech practice at GTG Advocates stands out in the legal landscape. Their team possesses a unique blend of legal acumen and contemporary knowledge of the rapidly evolving fintech space. Their approach combines robust legal frameworks with agile methodologies, a synergy that is rare to find.’
Principaux clients
The Government of Malta
Malta Digital Innovation Authority (MDIA)
RS2 Software plc
Hacksaw Gaming
Bitpanda
FMPay
Finaro
Ethernity Cloud
ForumPay (System 73 Ltd)
Evolution Travel
Tech.mt
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted the Malta Digital Innovation Authority with the proposals for a regulation on markets in crypto-assets and a regulation on digital operational resilience for the financial sector.
- Advised the Malta Digital Innovation Authority on the implications of the proposed EU Regulation on Artificial Intelligence.
- Advised on issues pertaining to the EU Artificial Intelligence Act.
Camilleri Preziosi
Led by Malcolm Falzon, Camilleri Preziosi's practice fields expertise in fintech and blockchain matters. Falzon is well versed in advising on regulatory, licensing and corporate issues in the space, while banking expert Andrei Vella handles investment and e-commerce mandates. Senior associate Diane Bugeja is a name to note.
Responsables de la pratique:
Malcolm Falzon
Autres avocats clés:
Diane Bugeja; Andrei Vella
Principaux clients
Metaverse Group Ltd
Tether International Limited
Computime Limited
Aqubix Limited
Gamechainger Limited
Mediarex Enterprises Limited
Mastercard
Principaux dossiers
- Acts as counsel to Aqubix Limited and its sister company Finopz Limited on KYC portal protection matters.
- Advised on financial regulatory issues pertaining to Mastercard’s MATCH system.
Deguara Farrugia Advocates
At Deguara Farrugia Advocates, the financial services practice brings experience in representing e-money companies, banks, financial institutions and fintech clients seeking authorisation to operate in the virtual financial assets space. Jean Farrugia specialises in handling regulatory matters, and Johan Farrugia is well versed in advising on initial coin offerings and distributed ledger technology issues.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jean Farrugia; Johan Farrugia
Principaux clients
Andaria Financial Services Limited
Koala Group
Payage Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting Andaria Financial Services Limited with various regulatory issues.
- Advised the Koala Group on an e-money licence and a virtual financial asset service provider licence issued in Malta.
GVZH Advocates
At GVZH Advocates, Andrew Zammit is the key practitioner to note for fintech work; he has an excellent reputation for advising on financial regulatory issues, with an established track record in handling Maltese licensing matters for clients in the gaming space.
Responsables de la pratique:
Andrew Zammit
Les références
‘The team at GVZH understand the requirements to adhere with EU and local legislation.’
‘Andrew Zammit uses his legal acumen to not only provide legal advice but also tailor this towards the business needs and requirements.’
Principaux clients
Moneybase
Bird & Bird
eToro Money Malta Limited
Wefunder Inc
Nobel Financial
Principaux dossiers
- Assisted Moneybase Limited with a broad range of legal, regulatory and governance issues.
- Advised on eToro’s e-money offering via its Malta-based company eToro Money Malta Limited.
Mamo TCV Advocates
Katya Tua is at the helm of Mamo TCV Advocates' practice, which has a particularly strong reputation for advising on fintech regulatory compliance work, as well as assisting with licensing and corporate issues.
Responsables de la pratique:
Katya Tua
Principaux dossiers
- Advising a number of clients on legal and regulatory issues pertaining to activities under the Virtual Financial Asset Framework and the MiCA Regulation.