Nicotine Pouches in Poland: Growing Popularity Among Youth Sparks Calls for Urgent Regulation

Nicotine pouches, commonly referred to as "pouches," have been available on the market for several years. Despite their presence, there are no European Union or national regulations pertaining to...

Civil Partnerships in Poland: Government Pushes for Consensus Amid Public Support and ECHR Rulings

"Discussions are underway to reach a consensus that will allow the majority in parliament...

After the ECJ ruling, it will be harder for the Polish tax office to refuse the refund of overpaid VAT

It will not be as easy for tax authorities to deny a taxpayer a...

Poland’s Deposit System for Beverage Containers Approved: Key Changes to Take Effect in 2025

The special parliamentary subcommittee has accepted, with amendments, the draft amendment to the act...

Company controlled by the French government breaches Polish law and exposes Polish State Treasury to major tax losses

The Association for the Fight Against the Grey Zone of Games and Mutual Bets...

AI Act – European Parliament Adopts Historic Regulation on Artificial Intelligence

Today, the European Parliament adopted the regulation regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI Act). This is the world's first comprehensive regulation for artificial intelligence. The new...

Confiscated cars from drunk drivers – answers to the most important questions

As of March 14, 2024, new regulations will come into effect allowing the confiscation of cars from intoxicated drivers. Consequently, several questions are being...

Cryptocurrencies in the SEC’s Crosshairs: Are They Headed for Regulation Like Stocks and Bonds?

Federal judges in the United States are analyzing whether cryptocurrencies should be subject to the same regulations as stocks and bonds. The outcome of...

Drunk Driving: New Laws Allow Vehicle Confiscation in Poland

On 14 March this year, new regulations will come into force allowing for the confiscation of vehicles of drunken drivers. Drunk driving can result in...

What We Know After the Consultation About KSeF

Consultations regarding the National e-Invoice System were held between February 16 and March 1, 2024. The interest in implementing e-invoices in Poland is high...

Dr Smile fined by the Polish Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK)

Smile has been fined by President of UOKiK for the way it concluded contracts with consumers, failing to confirm them on a...

84% of compliance directors expect increased regulatory pressure in the next 2 years

Continuous changes in regulations and legal requirements are increasing pressure and expectations towards the ethics and compliance departments. Staffing needs are also growing, with...

Swiss Franc Loans in Poland: Growing Strength of Borrowers and the Evolving Landscape of Lawsuits

According to official data from district courts, the number of franc-related cases across the country increased by over 35% year on year in the...

Ombudsman seeks national regulations against light pollution in Poland, citing health and environmental concerns

The glow of light hovering every night above each city is an issue not only for astronomers, whose observations of space objects become more...

Konrad Komornicki appointed as the Deputy President of the Personal Data Protection Office

Konrad Komornicki has been appointed by the President of UODO, Mirosław Wróblewski, to the position of Deputy President of the Office for Personal Data...

Are we facing a tax reform for cryptocurrencies?

The beginning of the year brought news about the draft cryptocurrency law being worked on by the Ministry of Finance. The new regulations are...

EU Unveils AI Act: Regulating Emerging Technologies While Others Watch Cautiously

The AI Act, or EU act on artificial intelligence, is set to change Europe's digital landscape by categorizing AI tools according to their risk...

Building a Better Tax System: The Case for Out-of-Court Dispute Resolution in Poland

Even though preventative mechanisms exist in Poland to curb disputes between taxpayers and tax authorities, the national regulations do not foresee effective measures to...

Challenges Posed by Rapid Technological Advancement: User Awareness and Legal Regulations

Users of different apps, systems, or devices are not always aware of whether and to what extent someone will be collecting and using data...

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