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AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and technology insights for Malta’s businesses. No fluff — just what matters.
The Hidden Cost of Relying on a Single IT Person
Many Malta SMEs run their entire IT on one overworked “computer guy”. It looks cheap on paper – until they’re ill, hacked, or they resign.
Qabbel.mt: one place to compare every internet, mobile and TV plan in Malta
We built Malta's missing comparison site. Every GO, Melita, Epic and even Starlink plan side by side, ranked by what you'll actually pay over the contract — not the promo headline.
Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace for Malta SMEs
Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace are close on price, but not on fit. The right choice for a Malta SME depends on how your team works, what apps you use, and how much security you need built in.
How to Choose a Cloud Provider for a Small Business: AWS vs Azure vs GCP
Most small businesses don’t overspend on cloud because usage explodes — they overspend because they picked the wrong platform and never reviewed it. Here’s how AWS, Azure and Google Cloud really compare for a Malta or EU-based small business.
How to Set Up a Reliable Hybrid Office IT Environment
Hybrid work is now the default in Malta, but most SMEs are still running it on fragile IT. Here’s how to build a hybrid office setup that doesn’t collapse the moment someone’s Wi-Fi or VPN hiccups.
What Is NIS2 and Does It Apply to Your Malta Business?
NIS2 is not just another EU acronym. If your Malta business sits in a covered sector, it can bring board-level responsibility, strict reporting deadlines and real fines. Here’s the plain-English version of what NIS2 means, who it applies to, and how to tell if you are in scope.
When to Move Your Server to the Cloud (And When Not To)
Moving everything to the cloud is not automatically smarter or cheaper. Here’s a clear way to decide when to move your server to the cloud – and when to keep it on-premise.
What to Look for in a Managed IT Provider in Malta
The wrong managed IT provider will quietly cost you more than any new laptop ever will. Here’s how to choose a provider in Malta that won’t disappear when things break.