Licensing procedures under the MiCA Regulation

The MiCA Regulation has fundamentally changed the rules governing the business of crypto-assets in the European Union. Providing cryptoasset services in Slovakia now requires a license to provide cryptoasset services from the National Bank of Slovakia or from another competent authority in another EU member state. Who is subject to the licensing requirement, what requirements […]
A 20-million-company from a small Slovak village. Why is Gardeon staying in Slovakia?

Is expanding abroad the natural next step for a successful Slovak company? The story of Gardeon shows a different path. Founded in Turiec, the company now operates in several European markets, and its revenue is approaching 20 million euros. However, the company’s headquarters remain in Slovakia. We spoke with Martin and Marek Cholevovci on the […]
Cyprus Shell Company: When Is a Foreign Company Legal?

Cyprus, Malta, Ireland, Hungary, or Dubai. Slovak entrepreneurs are increasingly looking beyond their borders when searching for a suitable business structure. The reason for this isn’t necessarily just lower taxes. A foreign company may have legitimate regulatory, legal, or business justifications. But when is a structure legal, and when might an entrepreneur run into trouble […]