**Japanese Football Official Caught Viewing Child Porn on Plane: A Shocking Incident with Global Ramifications** In the intricate tapestry of global events, one incident has recently cast a shadow that extends far beyond its immediate locale. The shocking revelation that a Japanese football official was caught viewing child pornography on a flight has sent ripples…
**Maltese Woman Falls Victim to €53k Scam After Watching Deepfake Videos: A Cautionary Tale** In an era where technology advances at breakneck speed, the threat of digital deception looms large. A recent incident has sent shockwaves through the Maltese community, as a local woman was defrauded of her life savings—€53,000—after falling victim to a deepfake…
**Bolt Becomes First Ride-Hailing App to Offer Maltese Language Option: A Milestone for Local Connectivity** In a significant step towards enhancing local accessibility and user experience, Bolt, the popular ride-hailing app, has announced the introduction of the Maltese language option. This move marks a historic moment as Bolt becomes the first ride-hailing app to offer…
In a small, tight-knit community like Malta, even the smallest incidents can quickly become the talk of the town. Recently, a local shop owner in Mosta was startled to find that his motion detector camera had captured a man stealing Playmobil toys from his store. The incident, while seemingly trivial, has sparked a broader discussion…
Malta’s tech community is abuzz with excitement following the recent announcement that OpenAI, the pioneering artificial intelligence company, has placed a significant order for AMD chips as part of a multi-year partnership. This development, while global in scope, has particular relevance and potential impact for Malta, a nation increasingly positioning itself as a tech-savvy hub…
— BOV launches instant outward SEPA payments: A Leap Forward for Malta’s Banking Sector In a significant stride towards modernizing its banking infrastructure, Bank of Valletta (BOV) has recently introduced instant outward SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) payments. This development not only marks a technological advancement but also holds profound implications for Malta’s financial landscape,…
**89% of Maltese Businesses Thrive Online with Wolt: A Digital Leap Forward** Malta, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and bustling tourism, is now making headlines for its digital transformation. According to recent data, a staggering 89% of businesses in Malta have significantly boosted their online presence with the help of Wolt, a leading…
Valletta’s morning sun glints off the new stainless-steel handrails that now snake around the renovated Triton Fountain, but just a few metres away a €4 cappuccino arrives without a paper receipt—because the Brussels-mandated fiscal printer is “still updating.” It is a tiny, almost comic contradiction, yet it captures the larger Maltese mood: we are living…
**Curiosities: Why green for the greenscreen?** Walk past any film set in Malta these days and you’ll spot it – that unmistakable neon green fabric fluttering in the Mediterranean breeze. From the Valletta waterfront to the limestone quarries of Mellieħa, Malta’s booming film industry has painted the island in shades of emerald. But why green?…
**A Humanoid Robot for €5,000: Malta’s Newest Household Helper or High-Tech Novelty?** Picture this: you’re sipping a cappuccino on your Sliema balcony, the church bells of Stella Maris chiming noon, while a sleek, two-legged robot waters your geraniums and reminds you that your pastizz delivery is two minutes away. Science-fiction? Not any more. Chinese start-up…
Shaping tomorrow: the future of education ======================================== Valletta – While tourists pose for selfies outside the 16th-century walls of St John’s Co-Cathedral, a quieter revolution is unfolding two streets away inside the former Treasury building. Here, in a sun-lit courtyard that once stored the Knights’ gold, 30 Maltese teenagers are huddled around 3-D printers, designing…
University students huddled over laptops outside Valletta’s campus canteen are used to swapping memes, lecture notes and relationship gossip on Discord and WhatsApp. This week, however, the chat among the usual espressos and pastizzi crumbs has turned unusually political: a home-grown student coalition has launched Malta’s first national petition against the EU’s proposed “Chat Control”…
