The FinTalks - A chat with FinanceMalta

Episode 89: A discussion on Discretionary Portfolio Management

In this episode, we have a chat with Jesmar Halliday, Senior Investment Manager, MZ Investments Services about Discretionary Portfolio Management. Join us as we explore insightful perspectives and invaluable expertise in the realm of investment strategies and financial management.

Episode 88: Decoding Digital Transformation in Banking and Financial Services: Trends and Insights

In this episode, we have a chat with Togay Çınlarses, Global Sales & Partnerships Director, Innovance about "Decoding Digital Transformation in Banking and Financial Services: Trends and Insights" 

Togay has been in fintech since the times when fintech was not a thing. From banks to vendors, digital channels to core banking, server rooms to clouds, Türkiye to The Netherlands, he has gathered hands on experience in a vast ecosystem and geography of financial services solutions. Today he is distilling all of these in our Global Sales and Partnerships role at Innovance, promising new markets and opportunities in the horizon

Episode 87: Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA); What is it and why does it matter?

In this episode, we have a chat with Dr. Jonathan Galea, CEO of BCAS and Chair of the VFA Business Unit about "Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA); What is it and why does it matter?" 

Dr. Jonathan Galea is a lawyer with involvement in the crypto industry since 2013, and the founder of BCAS, a crypto regulatory consultancy firm with clients ranging from crypto exchanges to layer-1 blockchains and major DeFi projects. Jonathan has consulted numerous regulatory entities across multiple jurisdictions on crypto-related matters, including the European Banking Authority as part of the crypto AML/CFT technical expert group in relation to the Transfer of Funds Regulation. Furthermore, he has also taken an active interest in MiCA since its earliest days and is regarded as a thought leader on this Regulation. 

Episode 86: Charting ESG: The WFE's Approach and Malta's Outlook

Join us as we sit down with Nandini Sukumar, CEO of the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE), to gain exclusive insights into the pressing issues surrounding ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). Fresh from her participation in the Governance, Risk, Compliance, and ESG Week 2024, hosted by the Malta Stock Exchange, Nandini shares her expertise on the current state of ESG practices.

Discover the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities as we delve into this crucial aspect of global finance, tailored to Malta's unique landscape.

Episode 85: Malta as a Fund Servicing Jurisdiction

In this episode, we have a chat with Anabel Mifsud, Managing Director, Fexserv Fund Services Ltd. about "Malta as a Fund Servicing Jurisdiction" 

Episode 84: Setting up the Anti-Money Laundering Authority

In this episode, we have a chat with Clara Galdies, Manager, Legal & International Relations - Legal Affairs,
Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) about the "Setting up the Anti-Money Laundering Authority". 

Episode 83: Driving Digital Transformation Forward

In this episode, we have a chat with Amit Sahni, CEO, Croftz Technologies about “Driving Digital Transformation Forward”.

Episode 82: Insights into Foreign Exchange Trading

In this episode, we have a chat with Sandro Pecorella, Business Development Manager, SGM-FX Malta about “Insights into Foreign Exchange Trading”.

Episode 81: A discussion with the industry on the Notified Professional Investor Funds (NPIF) Framework

FinanceMalta discussed the new fund framework with the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA). In this episode of the #FinTalks podcast, we will discuss the NPIF framework with the Industry. Joining us for this discussion are Steven Grech, Director, CC Fund Services, and Sarah Farrugia, Head of Compliance, RMC Wise. 

Episode 80: The Blue Economy & Sustainable Ocean Finance

In this episode, we have a chat with Gabriella Borda, Lead Climate Finance Sustainability Partner, Avvena about “The Blue Economy & Sustainable Ocean Finance”.