Breaking: Alexandre Dreyfus Acquires Majority Stake In Lovin Malta As First Major Move For Qamar Ventures
Alexandre Dreyfus, the net entrepreneur behind blockchain giants Chiliz and Socios.com, has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Lovin Malta as the first major move by his newly launched investment venture, Qamar Ventures.
Backed by a €10 million investment plan, Qamar Ventures is setting the stage to transform Malta’s digital and media landscape. The stake, representing 72% of the company, will be acquired in a tiered approach over the coming year.
This acquisition signals Qamar Ventures’ intent to consolidate and scale Malta’s digital offerings.
Alexandre Dreyfus with Italian football legend Alessandro Del Piero
Lovin Malta, a household name in local digital media, stands as a cornerstone in this strategy, offering unparalleled reach and influence within the Maltese media space.
Through this acquisition, Lovin Malta will benefit from more resources and a stronger strategic oversight.
As a result, Lovin Malta will be able to offer better opportunities for career growth, expand its team, introduce new innovative formats and collaborations, improve its platforms, and launch more creative promotional campaigns.
A Strategic Vision for Growth
With Dreyfus’ extensive experience in digital innovation and a proven track record of transforming fan engagement through Chiliz and Socios.com, the acquisition of Lovin Malta is set to propel the platform into its next phase of scaling and diversification.
From left: Bettina Falzon, Alexandre Dreyfus, Ally Stivala, David Grech, Luke Frendo
“Having lived in Malta for the past 17 years, I’m aware of the untapped potential present here and want to help harness it. This chapter marks the next step for Lovin Malta as it continues to shape Malta’s media landscape and is an integral part of Qamar Ventures’ vision to redefine Malta’s digital ecosystem,” Dreyfus said.
“Lovin Malta’s influence and innovative approach make it the perfect first step in our mission to scale high-potential ventures and establish Malta as a hub for media, technology, and entertainment.”
Alexandre Dreyfus at the Web Summit
A Tiered Acquisition Strategy
The acquisition of Lovin Malta will be executed through a tiered approach over the coming year, ensuring a seamless transition and continuity in operations.
The current management team will remain onboard, both operationally and as minority stakeholders. Luke Frendo will join the Board of Directors, while Ally Stivala and Bettina Falzon will continue in their roles as CEO and COO respectively, ensuring the stability and direction that has driven Lovin Malta’s success so far.
All parties are committed to maintaining the integrity of Lovin Malta’s brand and its editorial independence, while integrating the platform into Qamar Ventures’ broader strategy.
David Grech, Co-Owner and Director of Lovin Malta, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership:
“After nine years of impactful content that shaped Malta’s digital media landscape and an ever-growing audience of over 650,000 unique followers across all social media platforms, this partnership marks a turning point. Alexandre’s vision and Qamar Ventures’ backing will enable Lovin Malta to expand its reach and services while staying true to its mission of delivering exceptional journalism and entertainment to the Maltese community.”
Lovin Malta’s management team also expressed their excitement about the acquisition:
“We are incredibly excited about this new chapter for Lovin Malta. Alexandre Dreyfus’s expertise and his ability to scale innovative digital platforms will be invaluable as we broaden our reach and strengthen our position as leaders in Malta’s media landscape. This partnership with Qamar Ventures opens up new opportunities for growth, and we are thrilled about the future.”
The inclusion of our subsidiaries – TrustedTutors, DealToday, and MeetInc – into this venture represents the start of a much larger strategy to scale Malta’s digital services.”
Some members of the Lovin Malta team
Momentum for the Future
As part of the acquisition, Lovin Malta’s subsidiaries – including TrustedTutors.com, MeetInc.com.mt, and DealToday.com.mt – will now operate under the umbrella of Qamar Ventures, further enhancing the company’s digital service offerings.
Additionally, Lovin Malta retains a minority stake in Freehour, Malta’s leading student platform.
“The momentum behind Qamar Ventures is clear,” added Dreyfus. “This is just the beginning of a much larger strategy to create a connected, thriving digital ecosystem in Malta. Lovin Malta’s role in this journey is pivotal, and we are excited to build on its success.”
About Lovin Malta:
Lovin Malta is Malta’s largest online media platform, providing news, entertainment, and lifestyle content to a growing audience in Malta and beyond.
Known for its creative and bold approach to journalism and content creation, Lovin Malta has become a trusted voice in the region, delivering serious news and light-hearted viral content as well as larger projects such as the annual Social Media Awards and Lovin Recommends Awards.
About Qamar Ventures:
Qamar Ventures is an investment venture founded by Alexandre Dreyfus, aimed at consolidating and scaling businesses in digital media, technology, entertainment, and experiential industries. Backed by a €10 million investment plan, Qamar Ventures is committed to fostering sustainable growth, supporting local talent, and driving innovation across Malta’s economy.