The VAT treatment of financial services is facing increased complexity. Evolving business models and the growing presence of digital platforms are forcing a rethink of long-established VAT positions. From traditional fund management structures to embedded finance and decentralised payment solutions, the rules are being tested, and the consequences are significant.
This conference will focus exclusively on the intersection of VAT and financial services. It will bring together VAT advisors, FS industry stakeholders, and international experts to examine how exemptions are being interpreted, what risks are emerging, and how businesses can manage the regulatory and practical challenges that lie ahead.
We have already confirmed a line-up of international speakers, and we are currently working to finalise a robust agenda that reflects both the technical developments and the strategic implications for the industry.
This is an afternoon event, registrations open at 12:00pm.
| Time |
Title |
Speaker |
| 12:00 |
Registration, coffee & networking. |
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| 12:30 |
Opening remarks. |
Matthew Zampa, Managing Partner at Zampa Partners |
| 12:40 |
Introductory session:
Start with commercial reality; then apply VAT law. A practical introduction to Fintech and Fund Structures.
|
Mark Caruana Scicluna, Senior Associate at Ganado Advocates
Anabel Mifsud, Managing Director at Fexserv Funds
|
| 13:10 |
Panel Discussion:
New Models, Old Rules: Rethinking VAT exemptions in Financial Services.
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Moderator: Brandon Gatt, Partner at Zampa Partners
Speakers:
Matthew Zampa, Managing Partner at Zampa Partners
Nico Sciberras, Director for Indirect Tax at MTCA
Alexis Tsielepis, Managing Director at Chelco VAT
Dr. Sarah Cassar Torregiani, Chief Technical Officer at MIT
|
| 14:10 |
Coffee Break. |
|
| 14:40 |
Presentation one:
Practical VAT Challenges in Fintech and Funds: Exempt or Taxable?
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Alexis Tsielepis, Managing Director at Chelco VAT |
| 15:40 |
Presentation two:
Case Law in Motion: Where the Financial Services Exemption Stands, and Where it is headed.
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Prof. Dr. David Hummel, Legal secretary ("referendaire") at the European Court of Justice
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| 16:40 |
Closing remarks. |
Brandon Gatt, Partner at Zampa Partners |
| 16:50 |
Networking drinks and finger food. |
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