Osborne Clarke's general expertise in technology and digitisation is regularly demonstrated by its banking and capital markets practice. Eric Romba leads the team, which advises various fintechs on BaFin licensing procedures, platform development and implementation as well as products and cooperations. These topics are also key strengths of Robert Oppenheim, who is well versed in regulatory matters, distributed ledger technologies and robo-advisors. Cryptocurrencies and digital distribution systems are another focus.
Testimonials
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'One of the team's most important strengths is the well-coordinated work of all those involved and the high level of expertise. The team's professionalism and the clarity of the interaction from the client's perspective are also worth highlighting.'
Key clients
- AQUATY GmbH
- Iron Eagle GmbH
- MFC Labs GmbH
- Olinda SAS
- Twelvebytwelve GmbH und 360X Music AG
- UnitPlus InnoInvest GmbH
- Vesputi GmbH
- Zinsbaustein
- Gorilla Funds UG
- Anycoin Direct GmbH
- Upvest Securities GmbH
Work highlights
- Advising Upvest Securities GmbH on the extension of its license for foreign exchange business.
- Advising Zinsbaustein GmbH on the granting of the first ECSP permit in Germany (European Crowdfunding Regulation).
- Advising Anycoin Direct GmbH on the granting of BaFin licenses for proprietary trading and custody of crypto assets.