Adequate regulation of crypto-asset usage is essential for ensuring market transparency and security. A significant step forward was also taken with the adoption of Emergency Ordinance No. 10/2025 ("GEO 10/2025"), that brings several changes to AML Law No. 129/2019, with the aim of aligning this piece of legislation with EU TFR and MiCA Regulations.

NETOPIA Group, one of Romania’s largest digital payment providers, is undergoing a major leadership reshuffle as it prepares for the next phase of growth. The company has appointed Marius Costin as CEO and Niculae Vasile as CTO, filling roles previously held by co-founder Felix Crisan.

Fraud is a silent but costly threat that continues to translate into significant financial losses every year. Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) reports reveal that businesses worldwide lose an estimated 5% of their annual revenue to occupational fraud. Yet, many organizations underestimate fraud risks and resort to prevention measures late, generally in response to severe episodes.

tbi bank has announced its strategic plans for the bond markets in 2025, including potential MREL-eligible bond issuances in Romania and Greece, alongside Bulgaria. The bank aims to raise a total of EUR 60 to 80 million to support its rapid business growth from a regulatory perspective.

Genesis Property announces the appointment of Ionel Purice as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). With over 15 years of experience in the construction industry, including the past five years at Genesis Property

ABB and Škoda Group have announced a partnership, the first of its kind between the two companies, that marks a milestone in railway electrification. 

Findings from the CMS Emerging Europe M&A 2024/25 report, published in cooperation with EMIS, demonstrate the resilience of the Emerging Europe deal market as activity rose to the highest levels since 2018. Market confidence has been bolstered by improving economic conditions and a greater sense of stability as inflation continues to subside, and central banks cautiously anticipate further interest rate cuts.

 RTPR has assisted the private equity fund MidEuropa and its (former) portfolio company, Profi Rom Food, on the closing of the sale of Profi to Ahold Delhaize in respect of Romanian law matters of the transaction.