Digital Banking Recognition: MeDirect won the Digital Savings and Investing Platform Excellence Award 2026, with judges citing secure, transparent platform delivery and strengthened governance, risk management, data governance, security and fraud prevention. Gozo Electrification: Malta Public Transport has fully replaced diesel buses in Gozo with zero-emission electric buses, following an €11m investment and the opening of a smart-charging depot at Ta’ Xħajma. Transport Pressure on Malta: A transport expert warns both major parties’ rapid transit plans are too slow for today’s congestion, calling for urgent interim measures while long-term light rail or metro builds take years. Election Tech & Debate: In the final campaign stretch, Abela and Borg clashed over economy and quality of life, while debate organisers say Abela’s Il-Każin no-show came despite multiple proposed dates. Cybersecurity in Malta’s Fintech: Coinflow CISO Malcolm Portelli says crypto firms are prime targets for advanced persistent threats and highlights a shift away from “checkbox” awareness videos toward shorter, more engaging training. Food Safety Alert: Italy and Malta recalled an olive-and-almond cream after suspected botulism cases, urging consumers not to eat the product. Maritime Tech Contract: Thales won a contract to modernize Greece’s Hydra-class frigates with updated mission systems, including Tacticos, NS100 radar and STIR sensors.