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Training Tour Across Europe 🌍 The International Claims Team of our Corporate Business Service Group was recently active in three European cities: Tirana 🇦🇱, Warsaw 🇵🇱, and Zagreb 🇭🇷. In close cooperation with the local entities, one-day training sessions on “Claims Handling in International Programs” as well as “Legal Particularities” were conducted. The sessions were aimed at colleagues from the areas of Claims, Fronting, Reinsurance, and Underwriting. More than 60 colleagues from Albania (Intersig Vienna Insurance Group & Sigma Vienna Insurance Group), Croatia (Wiener osiguranje Vienna Insurance Group d.d.) and Poland (Compensa Polska and InterRisk TU SA Vienna Insurance Group) actively participated in the events. The personal exchange on site strengthened professional know-how and contributed significantly to networking within the Group and thus to the professional handling of international insurance programs.

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🚨 We’re thrilled to welcome Banca Transilvania to the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) community! Banca Transilvania (BT), the largest bank in Romania and a key player in Central and Eastern Europe, has officially joined GASA as a Corporate Member. With over 4 million customers, BT is a financial powerhouse committed to digital innovation, financial inclusion, and, above all, customer safety. By joining GASA, Banca Transilvania reinforces its dedication to tackling online fraud and scams at a global scale. “The security of Banca Transilvania customers’ funds is a priority for us. The partnership with GASA will support us in a deeper understanding of the global dynamics of online fraud. Combating this phenomenon requires the collaboration of all actors involved – banks, authorities, telecommunications companies, major online and social media players – and GASA plays an essential role as a global integrator.” – Andrei-Ioan VOICU, Anti-Fraud Director, Banca Transilvania BT's deep local expertise and proactive anti-fraud strategy will strengthen our joint mission to detect, prevent, and dismantle online scams around the world. Welcome aboard, BT! 👏 #AntiScam #CyberSecurity #GASA #BancaTransilvania #OnlineFraudPrevention #FinancialSafety #ScamAwareness #StrongerTogether

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The MFSA, in collaboration with the Central Bank of Malta, has once again designated Bank of Valletta p.l.c., HSBC Bank Malta p.l.c., MDB Group Limited, and APS Bank p.l.c. as Other Systemically Important Institutions (O-SIIs). O-SIIs are subject to an additional capital buffer - a surcharge applied to institutions whose size and significance could pose risks to financial stability. This buffer is intended to strengthen the resilience of these institutions by enhancing their loss-absorbing capacity, ultimately reducing potential threats to the domestic financial system. You can read the full Statement of Decision, including the specific buffer rates assigned to each institution, here: https://lnkd.in/dxW8jygK.

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Bulgaria’s long-anticipated foreign direct investment (#FDI) screening regime is now fully operational. As of 22 July 2025, the regime requires mandatory pre-approval for non-EU controlled investments in sensitive sectors such as critical infrastructure, defence and personal data. The rules apply to direct and indirect investments, new and expansion projects, and certain high-risk jurisdictions regardless of thresholds. Notably, tacit approval applies if no decision is issued within the set timeframe. In their brand-new Legal Insight, Schoenherr experts Yoana Strateva and Volker Weiss break down what you need to know about the new regime. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/dqX2Gcnt #FDIScreening #ForeignDirectInvestment #Bulgaria #Schoenherr #LegalInsight

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We are excited to announce the completion of our acquisition of Flexfin Ltd, one of the most innovative fintech companies in Greece and Cyprus, specializing in factoring services and tailored liquidity solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).    FlexFin has established itself as a reference point in SME financing, dramatically reducing funding times and enhancing transaction clarity. Its cutting-edge digital platform has revolutionized factoring services, delivering greater speed, flexibility, and transparency.    Alpha Bank intends to merge its Greek factoring operations undertaken by ABC FACTORS and Flexfin, under one corporate entity, subject to obtaining all necessary regulatory approvals.    ABC FACTORS already serves as the market leader, partnering with more than 2.200 Greek companies across diverse sectors and managing trade receivables for more than 16.000 companies – buyers in Greece.    This acquisition reinforces Alpha Bank's commitment to empowering small and medium-sized enterprises, solidifying its dominance in Greece's factoring market.    #AlphaBank #AlphaHolding #FlexFin #fintech #SMEs

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🇱🇻 ❗"For the risk industry, this trend will necessitate a deeper understanding of emerging risks and the development of tailored insurance products to address the unique challenges faced by these sectors." 🗣️ Ilze Pane, General Manager GrECo Latvia, shared the details on the risk insurance landscape in Latvia, highlighting: 🟢Regulatory challenges for companies in Latvia 🟢Employee benefits as a leading product in Latvia's insurance market 🟢Impact of the increasing number of cyberattacks This report is part of our Risk & Insurance Navigator campaign, bringing you on-the-ground perspectives from across our 21 operating countries. #Navigator #insurance #risk

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📑🇷🇴 Romania adopts first investment screening guidelines On 30 July 2025, the Romanian Competition Council (#RCC) adopted its first set of guidelines on investment screening. These Guidelines codify existing practice and clarify specific aspects of Romania’s foreign direct investment regime. Key points: 🔸 The Guidelines clarifiy how to calculate the investment value, including in multi-jurisdictional deals and financing arrangements. 🔸 Details filing exemptions – e.g., for passive sales alone, certain shareholder increases, or standard bank financing. 🔸 Sets guidance on timing and required documentation for filings. The Guidelines aim to bring greater clarity and comfort to investors and counsel, reduce uncertainty, and strengthen enforcement consistency — while leaving the broad sensitive sectors definition unchanged. Read the full article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/de8qXtdd 📩 For more information, contact: Iustinian Captariu, Partner; Cătălin Graure, Counsel; Marc Barabas, Associate. #ExceptionalTogether #Romania #InvestmentScreening #CompetitionLaw #FDI #InTheKnow

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For many SMEs, autumn brings not just colder days but fresh regulations to adapt to. Romania is moving fast with e-invoicing, digital ID and open banking APIs. But most SMEs are adapting because they must, not because they already see real benefits. Our Regional Sales Director Danut Romanu shares why simple solutions and clear support are needed for businesses to truly gain from these changes. Watch more in our expert series. #Noda #PeopleofNoda

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A new milestone for Eqvilent! 🇲🇹 We’re proud to announce that Eqvilent Malta Limited has officially obtained an Investment Firm Licence from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), in accordance with the Malta Investment Services Act and MiFID II. This authorisation allows us to operate across the EU with a wide range of financial instruments and confirms our compliance with the highest European regulatory standards — reinforcing Eqvilent’s reputation as a trusted and innovative market participant. This is a huge milestone for our European journey. With this license in hand, we’re stepping into the next chapter — expanding our footprint across the EU, deepening regulatory trust, and building responsible, future-ready financial infrastructure. We’re moving fast — and this is just the beginning 🚀

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