On April 24-25, 2025, the EU-Startups Summit returns to Malta for an unmissable two-day event bringing together around 2,400 founders, startup enthusiasts, and investors for insightful talks, networking, and industry-leading discussions.
“How Startups Can Ensure to Comply With Regulations Like GDPR, the EU AI Act, and Certification Standards Without Hassle” is a must-attend panel discussion for any startup navigating today’s complex regulatory landscape. From GDPR and the upcoming EU AI Act to global certification standards and financial regulations, compliance is no longer optional—it’s a business necessity. But with ever-evolving rules, how can startups stay compliant without getting bogged down in bureaucracy?
To answer this, we’re bringing together top legal, risk, and compliance experts who will share practical insights on navigating regulations efficiently, avoiding compliance pitfalls, and ensuring seamless adherence to industry standards.
Alpa Jotangia – Head of Regulatory Compliance, Ecommpay
With over 20 years of experience in financial services, Alpa Jotangia has built a distinguished career in regulatory compliance, risk management, and governance. Currently leading regulatory compliance at Ecommpay UK Ltd, she ensures adherence to evolving financial regulations, including Payment Services Regulations (PSRs), Recovery and Resolution planning, and broader compliance frameworks. Prior to this role, she held key regulatory roles at Amazon Payments, Barclays UK, and Barclays Wealth, where she played a pivotal role in aligning institutional practices with complex regulatory landscapes.
Ian Coppini – Strategy, Risk and Transactions Advisory Leader, Deloitte Malta
Ian leads the Strategy, Risk & Transactions Advisory business at Deloitte Malta, bringing over 24 years of experience in risk management, assurance, and regulatory advisory. He spearheads a team delivering professional services in Risk, Regulatory & Financial Crime, and Strategy & Transaction Advisory. Ian acts as engagement director for diverse projects, primarily focusing on regulatory advisory, financial crime advisory, internal audit, and enterprise risk management. Additionally, Ian serves as the Consumer industry sector delegate and is Deloitte Malta’s Financial Crime offering leader.
Martin van Oyen – Head of Legal & Compliance, FINOM
As Group Head of Legal & Compliance at FINOM, Martin van Oyen plays a critical role in ensuring regulatory alignment for one of Europe’s fastest-growing fintechs. He leads compliance strategies across multiple European markets, overseeing legal frameworks that support FINOM’s expansion while maintaining a seamless user experience for entrepreneurs and SMEs. With a strong background in fintech regulations, payments, and corporate law, Martin is at the forefront of navigating complex compliance landscapes, ensuring startups can scale efficiently while staying ahead of regulatory changes.
Meiran Galis – CEO, Scytale
Meiran is the Founder and CEO of Scytale, a pioneering security compliance automation platform that helps startups and enterprises streamline their regulatory adherence. Under his leadership, Scytale has become a global leader in automating frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and HIPAA, enabling businesses to reduce compliance burdens and focus on growth. With a deep understanding of security compliance and risk management, Meiran has built a platform that blends automation with expert advisory services, ensuring companies stay audit-ready with minimal effort.
This panel will provide essential guidance for startups and scale-ups looking to simplify compliance, reduce regulatory risks, and stay ahead of the curve. Whether you’re building an AI-driven product, managing financial transactions, or handling user data, this session will equip you with the knowledge to ensure compliance without unnecessary hassle.
Secure your ticket today, and stay tuned for more exciting speaker announcements and event updates on our event page!
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Malta Enterprise is Malta’s economic development agency, facilitating economic growth, investment, and innovation, by offering a range of support services for local and foreign enterprises setting up a productive presence in Malta. As a key player in Malta’s economic landscape, it contributes to the nation’s prosperity by attracting investments, supporting businesses, and driving innovation, thereby reinforcing Malta’s position as an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Malta Enterprise actively cultivates a vibrant startup ecosystem, playing a pivotal role in fostering a conducive environment for startups and offering tailored support and incentives to empower emerging businesses.
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Scytale helps startups get compliant and stay compliant with frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, NIS 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS and more, without breaking a sweat.
Airwallex is a leading global financial platform for modern businesses, offering trusted solutions to manage everything from payments, treasury, and spend management to embedded finance. With their proprietary infrastructure, Airwallex takes the friction out of global payments and financial operations, empowering businesses of all sizes to unlock new opportunities and grow beyond borders. Proudly founded in Melbourne, Airwallex supports over 100,000 businesses globally and is trusted by brands such as Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, SHEIN and many more.
EUROCROWD is an independent network organisation aiming to support and promote crowdfunding as an alternative funding mechanism for small and medium-sized enterprises and innovative projects. EUROCROWD promotes and supports the development of Crowdfunding mechanisms as a viable funding source to European entrepreneurs and funders.
The M. Demajo Group is a leading business player in Malta, with a successful history spanning 115 years. The Group’s growth and diversification have resulted in a wide coverage of business sectors through a commitment to long-term results. M. Demajo Group’s workforce is 500 strong and their various activities have been developed through organic growth, acquisitions, partnerships, and startups. Its strong financial situation and ethical standards, its business reputation, and its renowned track record as a business partner are all key factors in its continued expansion.
The European Innovation Council (EIC) is a flagship initiative of the European Commission to turn disruptive European science into groundbreaking commercial propositions and accelerate the scale-up of “game-changing” innovations. It is a key building bloc of a reinforced European ecosystem and the New European Innovation Agenda, filling the gap between R&D support, private investors, and the market. With a budget of over €10 billion under the Horizon Europe Programme (2021-2027) it seeks to position Europe as a global leader in the current wave of deep tech innovation.
Read the orginal article: https://www.eu-startups.com/2025/03/gdpr-eu-ai-act-and-certification-standards-without-hassle-join-our-expert-panel-at-eu-startups-summit-2025/
