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Malta's startup scene shows a strong focus in specific sectors like gaming, aviation, and financial technology. The island is home to both new companies and established players founded nearly two decades ago.

For example, gaming company Tipico Group has raised €1.8B in funding. In aviation, VistaJet has secured $750M to support its global business jet services.

Below is our list of 55 Malta startups worth keeping an eye on.

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VistaJet operates a global fleet of private jets, offering subscription-based access for business and leisure travel. They provide a consistent, high-end aviation experience for travelers without the complexities of aircraft ownership.

HeadquartersValletta, NA - Malta, Malta
Year Founded2004
FoundersLori Hanlon, Thomas Flohr
Funding Amount$750M
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusDebt Financing
Top InvestorsCredit Suisse, Rhône Group

Paytently builds a payment orchestration platform to help businesses manage their entire payment stack. Their system simplifies card acquiring and integrates various digital banking services to optimize transaction flows for online merchants.

HeadquartersSliema, NA - Malta, Malta
Year Founded2022
FoundersSamuel Barrett
Funding Amount$2M
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusSeed
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Quidax built a digital assets exchange that allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrency with their local currency. Their platform is focused on making it easy for people across Africa to participate in the global crypto economy.

HeadquartersSan Gwann, NA - Malta, Malta
Year Founded2017
FoundersBuchi Okoro, Morris Ebieroma
Funding Amount$3.6M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusInitial Coin Offering
Top InvestorsTechstars, Genesis Node Capital

AirX Charter operates a private jet service specializing in travel for corporate executives, government officials, and sports teams. Their fleet also serves the unique needs of the music, film, and entertainment industries with discreet and flexible flight solutions.

HeadquartersValletta, NA - Malta, Malta
Year Founded2010
FoundersJohn Matthews
Funding Amount€115M
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusDebt Financing
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Tipico Group operates a leading sports betting platform, first gaining prominence as a market leader in Germany. They now offer both digital and retail betting services to an international customer base, with a significant presence in North America.

HeadquartersValletta, NA - Malta, Malta
Year Founded2004
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Funding Amount€1.8B
Startup SizeEnterprise Organization (5,001+)
Last Funding StatusDebt Financing
Top InvestorsMorgan Stanley, Credit Agricole CIB, Raiffeisen Bank International, Nomura

Virtue Poker builds a decentralized, multi-chain poker platform on the Ethereum blockchain. Their peer-to-peer system ensures fair play and gives players direct control over their funds without a central intermediary.

HeadquartersValletta, NA - Malta, Malta
Year Founded2016
FoundersJim Berry, Ryan Gittleson
Funding Amount$5M
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusVenture Round
Top InvestorsConsenSys, Pantera Capital, Digital Finance Group (DFG), ICONIUM, ConsenSys Mesh

Alpha Trade AI develops a platform that gives retail traders access to institutional-grade tools and data analytics. Their system uses AI to deliver advanced insights and educational resources, aiming to level the playing field in financial markets.

HeadquartersValletta, NA - Malta, Malta
Year Founded2023
FoundersNoor Mahomed Ayob
Funding Amount$250k
Startup SizeFounding Team (1-10)
Last Funding StatusAngel
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Singular develops a comprehensive iGaming platform for the online gambling and gaming industry. Their technology equips operators with a full suite of tools to manage online casino and sportsbook ventures.

HeadquartersValletta, NA - Malta, Malta
Year Founded2015
FoundersAkaki Meladze, Darko Gacov, George Shamugia
Funding Amount$5.7M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries A
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Deft Trade operates a decentralized platform where AI-powered bots execute cryptocurrency trades on behalf of users. This non-custodial approach helps people earn passive income without relinquishing control of their funds.

HeadquartersValletta, NA - Malta, Malta
Year Founded2020
FoundersArun Ramachandran, Ma Cinderella Odono, Salai Siva Selvam
Funding Amount$500k
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusPre-Seed
Top InvestorsArun Ramachandran

The Block-token Protocol builds a system that seamlessly integrates online gaming with decentralized finance. Their protocol allows developers to embed blockchain capabilities into their games, creating new financial experiences for players.

HeadquartersValletta, NA - Malta, Malta
Year Founded2021
FoundersJames Mitchell
Funding Amount$3.5M
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusSeed
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45 Additional Malta Startups Worth Following

Our top picks offer a glimpse into the energy of Malta's startup scene. Across the island, founders are building companies in fast-growing fields like gaming, crypto, and financial technology.

Some companies are just getting started, while others have been around for years. Below are the other startups that are shaping the local ecosystem.

StartupIndustryYear FoundedAmount RaisedLast Funding Round
Changelly logo ChangellyCrypto2015
Good Chain logo Good ChainCrypto2018$23MSeries B
MetaverseME logo MetaverseMEAI2020$1.5MPre-Seed
Founders Bank logo Founders BankCrypto2018$10MVenture Round
Codeta logo CodetaInfrastructure2016$4.9MVenture Round
Zebrainy logo ZebrainyMedia2015$2.6MSeries A
essDOCS logo essDOCSHardware2005£2MDebt Financing
PHI Token logo PHI TokenFintech2002£4.7MInitial Coin Offering
Habits logo HabitsMedia2019€200kSeed
LEET - Let's Play logo LEET - Let's PlaySports2020€200kPre-Seed
N-iX logo N-iXMobility2002
1spin4win logo 1spin4winGaming2021
BGaming logo BGamingGaming2018
Dyninno Group logo Dyninno GroupFintech2015
Expanse Studio logo Expanse StudioGaming2017
FlippingBook logo FlippingBookMedia2004
NetRefer logo NetReferInfrastructure2005
Parbet logo ParbetGaming1999
Unibet.com logo Unibet.comHardware1997
Red Acre logo Red AcreEnterprise2019
Betboo group logo Betboo groupGaming2002
Xcoins.com logo Xcoins.comCrypto2016
ComeOn logo ComeOnGaming2008
Andaria Financial logo Andaria FinancialFintech2020
Logispin logo LogispinSaaS2009
Mobidoctor logo MobidoctorHealthcare2019
Mr Messaging logo Mr MessagingCommunications2012
Covery.ai logo Covery.aiFintech2016
GamyTech logo GamyTechGaming2014$2.5MSeed
CrabNebula logo CrabNebulaMedia2022
Amfibi logo AmfibiSaaS1898
Payage logo PayageFintech
FXDD logo FXDDFintech2002
777Score logo 777ScoreMarketing2009
Novum Bank logo Novum BankFintech2009
EZ Exchange logo EZ ExchangeCrypto2018
Diaman Partners logo Diaman PartnersEnterprise2018
Jubilee Ace logo Jubilee AceFintech2018
STASIS logo STASISCrypto2017
Soil logo SoilCrypto2021Undisclosed
Betsoft Gaming logo Betsoft GamingGaming2006
Risk Analytics logo Risk AnalyticsEnterprise2012
Hili Ventures logo Hili VenturesTravel1923
Glitnor logo GlitnorGaming2018
Dorado Online Games logo Dorado Online GamesGaming2007

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