News & Analysis
Navigating the Bulgarian Landscape: Why Local Intelligence is the Ultimate Risk Mitigant
In an era of global volatility, expanding into emerging European markets requires more than just a legal checklist—it requires contextual intelligence. For global consultancies based in London, Frankfurt, or Paris managing multi-million euro projects, Bulgaria offers…
Preparing Business for Directive (EU) 2023/970: The New Standard for Transparency and Equal Pay
The adaptation window is closing. What do employers need to know before June 2026? In the legal world, few regulations fundamentally reshape Human Resources management. Directive (EU) 2023/970 on strengthening the application of the principle of equal pay is exactly…
The EU AI Act: What Every Business in Bulgaria Needs to Know by August 2026
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a technological novelty—it is a legal reality. While many companies in Bulgaria are rapidly integrating AI tools to optimize processes, the European Union has introduced the world’s first comprehensive legal framework:…
The New Amendments to the Arbitration Act – What Businesses and Legal Practitioners Need to Know
With the amendments promulgated in the State Gazette, Issue 63 of August 1, 2025, the former International Commercial Arbitration Act underwent a significant transformation—both in scope and in procedural rules. From now on, the law will be applied under its new title…
The Risks of Investing in Crypto — Why You Should Always Consult a Crypto Lawyer Before Any Investment
In recent years, more and more people have been seeking opportunities for investing in cryptocurrencies . Promises of quick profits, passive income, or participation in “investment projects” with guaranteed returns are flooding social networks and the internet. But…
CASP licensing: What it is, requirements, and how to obtain it
What is CASP license under MiCA is a question that many crypto entrepreneurs are asking. Under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), a Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) is a legal person or other type of undertaking that offers one or more crypto-asset…
Real Estate Tokenization: The Legal Landscape Under MiCA Regulations and Bulgarian Law
Real estate tokenization is transforming the property investment landscape by utilizing blockchain technology to create digital tokens that represent economic rights or ownership interests tied to real estate. This innovation enables fractional ownership, enhances…
Consumer credit intermediary
The purpose of this article is to highlight the significant differences between the Consumer Credit Act (ZPK) and the Real Estate Consumer Credit Act (ZKNIP) in light of increasingly concerning news regarding mediation in consumer credit applications. Several cases…
Start of the Procedures for Financing RES Projects with Batteries in Bulgaria
After a prolonged anticipation among businesses and investors, the Bulgarian government finally announced and initiated the procedures for project applications concerning the development of renewable energy sources with battery storage capabilities on March 14. The…
The Variable Capital Company – how the legislator responded to the challenges and needs of Bulgarian innovative and startup business
With the adopted amendments to the Commercial Law, our legislator has introduced a completely new type of company in our country – the Variable Capital Company (VCC). The need for this new type of commercial company was dictated by the fact that our previous…