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Launching an ESOP is like climbing Mount Everest - most of the work has to be done before you begin the ascent. If you’re an early-stage startup from Czech or Slovakia, phantom (virtual) plan is likely a perfect fit for you.

When developing a new product, it can be difficult to stay on the ground and kill a feature if it’s going in the wrong direction. But by doing so, you can save a lot of resources and focus on more promising features or products. To illustrate this point, we’re here to share our own experience with building our first ESOP platform.

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.

Are you a pre-revenue startup planning to raise funds? Then this blog post is a perfect fit for you because understanding your valuation is a key first step. It’ll boost your fundraising confidence, help you impress your investors and prepare you for future funding rounds.

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.

The European Union has advanced its cybersecurity with the Network and Information Security (NIS 2) Directive, in effect since January 16, 2023. This update broadens the coverage of security protocols, affecting a wider range of sectors.

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.

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.

Imagine that you're making one of the most significant decisions in your startup's journey—exchanging a considerable share of your company for funding. We’ve put together a short guide to the investment process that walks you through everything from advance planning to funding and negotiations.

Looking to break into the US market? Many foreign startups, including those from Czechia and Slovakia, opt for Delaware's business-friendly environment. But this path has its challenges. This guide explains these hurdles and how to overcome them with the right legal expertise.

Artificial intelligence is evolving lightning fast. As a result, we see new regulations designed to keep its use safe and ethical. Meet the AI Act: the EU’s first comprehensive legal framework for regulating AI across the Union.

A key hurdle to being investment-ready is the idea of due diligence. Potential investors will follow a due diligence process to make sure that your company is a viable fit for their investment. Learn how to prepare ahead to speed up your next investment round and attract the best investors.

Non-disclosure agreements (known as NDAs) are essential to protect company information, but navigating them can be tricky. Learn how they work in practice and get tips on how to draft them to ensure they cover all necessary details.

At the last Global Investment Summit, our CEO, Stefan, chatted with Ondrej Smykal on the GIScast. What about? The Czech startup ecosystem and the new ESOP legislation.

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.