Malt Tech Trends 2025

2 February 2026 - The days of hiring a freelancer just to "get the job done" are over. In 2026, the real shift isn't just about the tools we use, but the seats we occupy at the table. Companies no longer just need a specialist: they need a navigator. In our latest Tech Predictions article, Malt’s CTO Claire Lebarz highlighted a fundamental shift: the reorganization of tech teams into smaller, multidisciplinary units that prioritize ownership and security. But what does this look like on the ground? We sat down with four freelancers of our community, professionals who have spent decades on the front lines of change. They aren’t interested in "following roadmaps", they are too busy navigating the actual terrain for their clients.

22 December 2025 - Safran successfully rolled out a major AI program by leveraging the expertise of an independent consultant from Malt Strategy. With full support from the Executive Committee, this critical project has become a benchmark for digital transformation within the Group.

September 30, 2025: Freelancing can feel like leaping off a cliff and hoping the parachute opens. Getting started is tough enough, but building a business that lasts and still feels enjoyable is another challenge altogether. Yet Paris-based software engineer, customer experience strategist and member of Malt’s Freelancer Advisory Board, the impressive Geneviève Masioni has done exactly that.