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The EUIPO Vouchers for IP Protection Have Been Renewed

Starting Monday, September 16, 2024, EUIPO vouchers are once again available for small and medium-sized enterprises that wish to protect their intellectual property. Take advantage of the voucher, which covers up to 90% of the mandatory fees, and save.

AI Act - European Regulation on Artificial Intelligence

The new regulation of the European Union governs the use of artificial intelligence systems. Our law firm provides you with a clear summary of it, including key terms.

MiCA - Now in Effect for Stablecoins!

On June 30, 2024, the section of the MiCA regulation focusing on stablecoins came into effect. We have prepared a brief and clear guide for new and existing stablecoin issuers, as well as crypto-asset service providers, to help you navigate the correct procedures.

DORA and ICT Risk Management Related to Third Parties

Our law firm brings you another infographic in the DORA series, this time summarizing the main principles of proper risk management in the ICT area related to third parties.

Planned Amendment to the AML Decree

With regard to the upcoming amendment of the AML Act and the imminent establishment of the Union agency AMLA, the Czech National Bank is submitting a proposal to amend AML Decree, into which these changes will be reflected.

MiCA - Cryptocurrency Regulation - is Already in Effect!

MiCA, the European Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation, is already in effect. The transition period for CASPs - providers of services related to crypto assets - ends on July 1, 2026.

Debt Collection Agencies - Legal Representation in Licensing Proceedings with the Czech National Bank

From June 30, 2024, debt collection agencies are required to have a license from the Czech National Bank for non-performing loan managers. The conditions of the licensing process are often very complex and complicated.

Obtaining a CNB License for a Crowdfunding Platform

For our client, the crowdfunding FinTech platform okeilo from the occollo group, we have obtained a CNB license for the provider of crowdfunding services. The license was granted in a record short time of just under 5 months.

MiCA Checklist - Licensing Process with the Czech National Bank

The MiCA regulation establishes a range of new obligations for crypto-asset service providers and issuers of certain crypto-assets. Our law firm has prepared a brief and clear checklist to help you navigate these requirements.

Provision of Advice Related to Crypto-Assets According to MiCA - The Scope and Range of Obligations for Service Providers

In the second part of the article dedicated to the advisory services related to crypto-assets under the MiCA regulation, we briefly discuss the areas and scope of obligations for providers of this service, as regulated by Article 81 of the regulation.