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In 2026, three EU regulations will reshape the compliance requirements for software, SaaS and AI companies in Finland: the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), the AI Act and the new Product Liability Directive (PLD). This guide explains what they mean in practice, whether they apply to your company, and what you should do along with the key dates. In short: these three laws are best handled as a single whole rather than as three separate projects. Their shared core is transparency an

The success of an asset deal or share deal is determined by the transition period — not the SPA. A practical guide to TSA, contract assignments and key person retention. Yrityskaupan asiakirjat (FI) The day after closing, advisors are often already neck-deep in the next transaction. Meanwhile, someone is sitting in the office figuring out the new business ID, chasing acknowledgements on contract assignment notices, or wondering why the lead developer dropped a resignation let

Understanding the Importance of Legal Frameworks - Ownership arrangements Finland In the early stages of a startup, the focus is usually on product development, sales, and securing funding — not on drafting documents. However, the company's ownership arrangements define who owns what, on what terms, and what happens when things go well — or badly. These decisions are made once and follow the company throughout its entire lifecycle. When the company's value increases, when new

Modern marketing requires legal expertise. This guide discusses the key legal obligations of a B2C marketer, based on the Consumer Protection Act and recent EU directives (such as the Omnibus and the new Influencer Marketing Guidelines 2025). 1. Discount Marketing and the 30-Day Rule The Omnibus Directive set strict conditions for how discounts can be announced. In 2025, the Consumer Ombudsman will monitor this implementation across all channels. The main rule: Whenever you

Boilerplate clauses, i.e. the standard basic terms and conditions at the end of contracts, often receive less attention until they emerge during the due diligence phase of a corporate acquisition and require action. Change of Control (CoC) clauses are often found in these sections – and are regularly returned to in exits, when the legal DD must map all CoC risks as part of the transaction process. Where CoC usually lies: Assignment / Transfer – a classic place where CoC is em

​ The success of a growth company often stems from motivated professionals who share a common vision and goals. Ownership-based incentives, such as employee share offerings and stock option programs, are effective tools for attracting and retaining such talent over the long term. While both systems aim to motivate and engage employees, their legal and tax characteristics differ significantly. This article explores how a growth company can choose the most suitable option for i

Contracts form the backbone of business interactions. They can arise from carefully drafted documents or even a simple email saying, "OK, let's go with this." But when does a contract truly bind the parties involved? Understanding the four levels of assessment highlighted in Supreme Court rulings can save your business time and money. The Four Levels of Assessment 1. Form The form refers to the technical creation of a contract: offer + acceptance = binding contract. In Finla

The EU Data Act is now in effect, fundamentally changing how data is shared, accessed, and transferred within the European Union. To help your business navigate these new obligations and avoid "vendor lock-in" risks, we have compiled this comprehensive compliance checklist. Whether you are a SaaS provider, an IoT manufacturer, or a digital service user, use this roadmap to ensure your operations align with the new regulatory landscape. 1. Contract Templates & Governance The D

Note: This is a summary of the series. This article series was originally published in our "Legaunseling" newsletter on LinkedIn. For the full series and deeper legal insights into the tech world, follow Legaunseling on LinkedIn and subscribe to the newsletter. A Comprehensive Guide to AI Software Contracts, IP Rights, and Data Governance As AI shifts from experimental "lab" projects to mission-critical business tools, the legal frameworks governing them must evolve. This gu