On 16 November 2023, the Romanian Government approved the draft law aimed at ratifying the Unitary Patent Court Agreement (“UPCA”). Going forward, the draft law will be sent to the Romanian Parliament for its approval.
Pohla & Hallmagi Successful for SG Veteris on Virtual Currency License from Estonian Financial Intelligence Unit
Pohla & Hallmagi has successfully advised SG Veteris in obtaining a virtual currency service provider license from the Estonian Financial Intelligence Unit.
Claudiu Damian and Costin Teodorovici Launch Whistleblowing Compliance Platform Whistle Up
Bucharest-based lawyers Claudiu Damian and Costin Teodorovici have launched Whistle Up – a platform to support organizations impacted by the whistleblowing legislation in complying with the newly applicable legal framework.
Blockchain and Personal Data Protection
We are facing a remarkable growth of blockchain technologies. One of the main functionalities of this technology is to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of (personal) data. This article addresses possible advantages and risks for the protection of privacy and personal data posed by blockchain technologies and manners how to mitigate risks to protect the rights and freedoms of data subjects and other natural persons.
Ellex Advises Appsflyer on Acquisition of DevtoDev
Ellex Valiunas has advised Appsflyer on its acquisition of DevtoDev. TGS Baltic reportedly advised the sellers.
Baker McKenzie Advises Blank on Investment from Neowiz
Baker McKenzie has advised Blank and its founders on an investment from Neowiz. SSW Pragmatic Solutions reportedly advised Neowiz on the deal.
Gessel Advises PayPo on Sale of Receivables Portfolio to Aion Bank
Gessel has advised PayPo on the sale of its receivables portfolio to Aion Bank.