Practice Areas > Investment Services, Fintech & Capital Markets > Blockchain & ICOs > The MDIA Act

Overview

The Malta Digitial Innovation Authority (‘MDIA’) is the main regulatory force in the blockchain and innovative technology space. The MDIA was established in 2018 as part of the country’s rise to prominence as a leading blockchain jurisdiction intent on promoting the scalability of distributed ledger technology whilst ensuring a sufficient degree of investor protection and regulatory oversight.

The main purpose of the MDIA is to support the development and implementation of the innovative technology sector in Malta through the proper recognition and regulation of ‘innovative technology arrangements‘.

A part of Malta’s cutting-edge trident of blockchain laws, the MDIA Act, the Virtual Financial Assets Act (‘VFA Act’), and the Innovative Technology Arrangements & Services Act (‘ITAS Act‘) complement each other in the attainment of a comprehensive technology-neutral blockchain regulatory framework.

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Gonzi & Associates, Advcocates, has extensive experience in this field and is able to provide specialised assistance to your business, including:

  • Malta Company incorporation and registration
  • Drafting of legal opinions on the legal nature of your cyrptocurrency to determine the applicable legal framework
  • Collection & preparation of documentation necessary for submission of the applicable licence application
  • Advising and assisting in the drafting of a whitepaper or business plan
  • Drafting of token offering T&Cs
  • Assisting in the engagement of Key Functionaries, including VFA Agent, Systems Auditors, Money Laundering Reporting Officers (MLROs), director/s, auditors, and so on
  • Providing post-registration follow-up assistance, including advising on applicable post-licensing obligations.
 

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