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Call option & put option
Time for the last newsletter in this quarter! We know things are busy over there, so we’ll keep this one extra short. Today, we’re discussing another two investor rights that you’re bound to spot in an investment term sheet - call options and put options.
Best practices for ESOP launch in the Netherlands
ESOP
5
min read
Goededag, Netherlands! Do you want to launch your ESOP but don’t know where to start? Get all the intel in this blog post. We cover the typical ESOP pool size, the common types of ESOP plans and tips on ESOP management.
TradeNews: What do Hollywood, the Silicon Valley and the Czech economy have in common?
Legal
4
min read
In the first edition of TradeNews in 2024, our US expert Milo Poplar shared his views on the similarities between California and the Czech Republic. Here’s a quick preview for those who don’t own a printed version.
Investment vocabulary
Getting new funds can be complicated as it is. Make it easier by understanding all the legal lingo with our investment vocabulary that anyone can understand.
AI in software development: data scraping
Legal
5
min read
AI is an ongoing trend that every startup wishes to implement in their product. It can speed up delivery time and offer new features otherwise complicated to develop. But there are still legal issues, especially around intellectual property (IP) rights, that create concerns for investors.
How to expand your business to the US
Legal
5
min read
Almost every startup reaches a moment where the US market's potential becomes too enticing to ignore. Yet, embarking on this journey is anything but straightforward. It demands strategic planning, an understanding of the US's legal frameworks and insights into local market dynamics. Let's simplify the steps to a successful US expansion in a clear timeline.
Right of first refusal
Hey there, startup nation! Q1 is in full swing and we know you might be eyeing a new round of fundraising for your venture. Today, we’re getting personal with another investor right you might come across during negotiating a term sheet - the right of first refusal (ROFR). Let’s get started.
Explain how ESOP works to your team
ESOP
2
min read
When it comes to rolling out an ESOP, the legal part can easily overshadow the heart of the matter: clear communication with your team. At the end of the day, the ESOP program aims to motivate your employees by sharing the company's success with them. But, if your team isn’t entirely clued into what ESOP is, how it benefits them, or how it works, all your hard work may fall flat. Learn how to communicate it well so your team gets the most our of it.

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