Tracking digital lifestyle for Malta — coverage from the newsroom in Valletta.
Politics · Digital LifestyleMalta ranks 4th in Europe for challenging online hate speech. Discover what the 2026 ECRI report reveals about hate speech trends and your rights under EU law.
Digital Lifestyle · TechNew Malta government portal uses AI to auto-fill forms and predict services. Cut office visits from hours to 15 minutes. Residents save time on renewals, visas, licenses.
Politics · Health · Digital LifestyleMalta passes landmark anti-loneliness legislation with social media restrictions for teens and €1M community funding. Learn what changes in 2026.
Politics · Digital LifestylePN and Labour battle for voters under 40 with competing podcasts. Learn how Malta's parties are reshaping political engagement in 2026.
National News · Digital LifestyleNew Malta Criminal Code penalties for cyberstalking and online harassment: 1-5 years prison, €30,000 fines. Learn victim protection options and resources.
Economy · Digital LifestyleEurope's gambling bonus crackdown hits Malta's gaming sector. New 2026 rules reshape how platforms operate. What it means for workers and players.
National News · Digital LifestyleTimes of Malta print edition pauses Good Friday. Digital news continues online. The island follows the same practice as the UK, Canada, and Australia.
Digital Lifestyle · EconomyAI-powered romance scams target Malta residents. Learn how to spot manipulation, act within 48 hours, and defend your finances with Bank of Valletta's guide.
National News · Digital LifestyleMalta moves to summer time March 30. Clocks forward 2:00 to 3:00 AM. Expect one less sleep hour, but gain evening daylight and longer sunsets.