GAIIN: The Global AI Initiatives Navigator

The Technology Assurance Sandbox managed by the MDIA offers a secure environment for individuals or companies to test solutions based on innovative technologies such as blockchain and AI. The sandbox ensures that solutions meet recognised standards for safety and security.

The scholarship, established by the MDIA, aims to support postgraduate education and PhD level studies in fields such as AI, information security, quantum computing, machine learning, neural networks, and robotics.

The European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH) in Malta is another example which support collaboration and cooperation at an international level. By facilitating networking and collaboration with other EDIHs through the DiHubMT platform, AI opportunities in the public and private sectors will be fostered.

The Applied Research Grant is an initiative by the MDIA to support capacity-building efforts in AI research in Malta. The grant aims to advance AI research capacity, foster AI R&D investments and promote collaboration between academia and commercial entities. The grant supports projects in various areas, including AI, digital trust, knowledge and data representation, technology for sustainability, quantum computing, and other emerging technologies. Applications for this grant are open annually.

The Future Innovators Summer School and Future Innovators Plus are initiatives by the MDIA, in collaboration with the University of Malta, the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST), the Malta Innovation Forum, and Malta’s Interactive Science Centre, Esplora. These programs include two summer schools and bootcamps and one winter bootcamp, aimed at introducing young students to digital innovation, including AI.

The scheme supports business undertakings to provide training to develop and update the skills and knowledge of their workforce and to train new employees for them to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to perform effectively

The programme aimed to benefit young women aged between 18-25 years by providing them with the necessary digital, ethical, and managerial skills to become content creators, and to boost creativity and innovation in solving challenges at the community level using AI.

A strong ethical AI framework as a supplement to the current legal and regulatory system is a core component of Malta's AI strategy to ensure that AI development is ethically aligned, transparent and socially responsible.

A set of guidance notes aimed at assisting Service Providers and AI-ITA Applicants when approaching the Malta Digital Innovation Authority (MDIA) for registration and certification respectively.

This is an initiative that supports the personal development of individuals for the achievement of qualifications and certifications required by industry. The incentive is applicable to individuals following a course of studies leading to a certification, diploma, degree or post-graduate degree courses. Upon successful completion the student will benefit from a tax credit enabling them to recover part of the costs incurred.

A free online programme to cover key digital skills for the workplace in the age of the AI Revolution.

Malta's Key Employee Initiative helps skilled workers from outside the EU in AI roles get faster work and residence permits. It supports companies by bringing in talent needed to boost AI innovation and digital growth. This program was created to attract experts who can help Malta stay competitive and aligned with global AI standards.

The Malta Start-up Residence Programme grants a 3-year residence permit, extendable for an additional 5 years, during which beneficiaries are able to reside in Malta while launching their startup venture.

This is an initiative that supports the personal development of individuals who were not yet 40 years of age on the date of commencement of the course, and who graduate with Postgraduate Diploma, Masters Degree or a PhD. Upon successful completion the student will benefit from a tax credit enabling them to recover part of the costs incurred.

The Technology Assessment Recognition Framework (TARF) by the MDIA is a tiered framework designed to provide varying degrees of recognition to a wide range of technologies, from emerging technologies to traditional, including Artificial Intelligence.

The faculty of ICT of the University of Malta has launched a Master programme in Artificial Intelligence to support the growing ICT industry in Malta. The programme is offered in full-time and part-time modes.

This measure facilitates employment of non-residents in roles which are currently not addressed by the local labour market by temporarily easing the tax expenses incurred by such individuals through a fiscal incentive.

The bootcamp is an opportunity for children aged 11- 12 years and Tech Trek for 12-14 years to delve into the area of technology on a deeper level, increase their knowledge on AI through theoretical and practical sessions , and pave their way for a career in these sectors.

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.

Malta's AI Strategy 2030 aims to make the country a leader in artificial intelligence by encouraging investment, innovation, and use of AI in both public and private sectors. It supports six pilot projects in areas like health, education, and traffic to improve services and quality of life. This initiative helps businesses and citizens benefit from smarter, more efficient solutions.