Second Reading in Parliament for Blockchain Bills: The Malta Digital Innovation Authority Act
The spearhead of Malta's new three-pronged legal regime on innovative technology arrangements and cryptocurrencies, the Malta Digital Innovation Authority Bill (the "Bill"), was presented to Parliament for its second reading, marking a fundamental step towards a new legislative milestone in Malta's efforts to become a trailblazer in the global blockchain revolution. Once promulgated, the new Act will lay down the guiding principles of the soon-to-be-formed public body charged with the duty of promoting and developing Malta's new born innovative technology sector.The Malta Digital Innovation Authority ("MDIA") will be responsible for the certification of innovative technology arrangements and service providers in…
Jonathan Tonna22nd May 2018