MDIA is is the regulatory authority for emerging technologies and is responsible for promotion of governmental policies related to the regulation and promotion of digital technological innovation in Malta.
Name in original language
L-Awtorità Maltija għall-Innovazzjoni Diġitali
Initiative overview
The Malta Digital Innovation Authority (MDIA) was established in 2018 through the MDIA Act. and the Authority servesas the national focal point which directs and facilitates the secure and optimal uptake of digital innovation and aims to strengthen digital skills, AI literacy and awareness in digital innovation through the various schemes, initiatives and events..The MDIA also acts as the lead authority for EU AI Act and a prospective market surveillance authority for AI and is also responsible for the developments and implementation of Malta`s National AI startegy and provides voluntary recognition for innovative technologies and service providers.
Name of responsible organisation (in English)
Malta Digital Innovation Authority
