The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has released the 18th edition of its flagship Global Innovation Index (GII), offering a comprehensive analysis of innovation performance across the globe. This year’s report captures a world at a turning point. Innovation systems are adjusting to geopolitical shifts, rapid technological progress, and evolving modes of collaboration. While research… Continue reading Global Innovation Index 2025: A World in Transition.
Practices Area: Technology
HCMC Establishes Licensing Procedure for Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs)
Scope and Legal Basis The Hellenic Capital Market Commission (HCMC) has issued Decision 8/1059/30.7.2025 outlining the procedure for obtaining a Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) license in Greece (the “Decision”). The Decision sets forth how prospective CASPs must submit their license applications to HCMC, in alignment with the EU Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) (Regulation (EU) 2023/1114) and… Continue reading HCMC Establishes Licensing Procedure for Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs)
General Purpose AI tools into daily operations: Is it safe?
We recently advised a leading Greek shipping company on the potential integration of General Purpose AI tools into their daily operations. Our guidance focused on helping them define a clear and responsible AI strategy before implementation, as such technologies raise complex questions across multiple legal domains. One key takeaway: Companies should prohibit the use of non-enterprise AI subscriptions.… Continue reading General Purpose AI tools into daily operations: Is it safe?
Panathēnea: A global stage for innovation and culture!
The first modern Panathēnea (7-9 May 2025) truly raised the bar as a global stage for innovation and culture! This not-for-profit organization run by students and recent graduates and supported by a board of global investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts, really did it! Congrats to everyone who brought this vision to life — Already looking… Continue reading Panathēnea: A global stage for innovation and culture!
Navigating the Crypto-Regulation in the EU
Introduction The cryptocurrency market is now entering a fully regulated era in Europe. The EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA, Regulation (EU) 2023/1114) became law in mid-2023 and has been fully applicable across all Member States since late 2024. MiCA establishes a comprehensive legal framework for crypto-assets, aiming to enhance consumer protection, market integrity, and financial stability… Continue reading Navigating the Crypto-Regulation in the EU
Greece’s New Measures enhancing Innovation and R&D
The newly enacted Law 5162/2024, primarily effective from January 1, 2025 (tax year 2025), introduces a comprehensive set of measures aimed at enhancing Greece’s innovation ecosystem, fostering investment, and strengthening the country’s research and development (R&D) framework. This legislation includes initiatives such as the “Startup Visa” for investors, expanded tax incentives for angel investors and small… Continue reading Greece’s New Measures enhancing Innovation and R&D
European Union artificial intelligence act
Background It is nearly impossible to find a tech article or topic that does not have Artificial Intelligence (AI) stealing the spotlight. And for a good reason, considering that AI stands as one of the most transformative technologies in recent decades, exerting a profound impact on nearly every aspect of our lives. Recognizing… Continue reading European Union artificial intelligence act
Law 4961/2022: Novel Greek legal framework on emerging technologies
The advent of emerging technologies has appreciably impacted all aspects of daily life, leaving lingering questions about their legal implications, whilst raising concerns about the risks they pose to fundamental rights. In light of these challenges and with the aim of making legitimate and safe use of the potential offered by said technologies,… Continue reading Law 4961/2022: Novel Greek legal framework on emerging technologies
Regulation on European Crowdfunding Service Providers for Business
New Crowdfunding Regulation and the amendments in the existing national legal framework The crowdfunding finance model has been proven particularly practical for start-ups and small and mediumsized enterprises (SMEs), which have increasingly relied upon crowdfunding services to materialise their business projects. Nevertheless, the risk associated with this type of investment and the discrepancies observed… Continue reading Regulation on European Crowdfunding Service Providers for Business
Guidelines on ranking transparency (P2B Regulation)
In a previous report we briefly described the main provisions of Regulation 2019/1150 on promoting fairness and transparency for business users of online intermediation services, such as e- Commerce platforms, marketplaces and app stores (Platform to Business – P2B – “Regulation”), entered into force in July 2020. Article 5 of the Regulation introduces… Continue reading Guidelines on ranking transparency (P2B Regulation)