Cool Stuff on Compliance

In the European EdTech sector, innovation is moving fast. From AI-driven adaptive learning to cloud-based university management systems, startups are reshaping how we learn. However, this innovation brings a massive responsibility: protecting the sensitive data of minors, students, and institutions. For EdTech founders, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT concern—it is a commercial necessity. Public institutions, universities, and schools are increasingly mandating rigorous

Launching a HealthTech startup in the European Union is like walking a tightrope. On one side, you are driving innovation that saves lives. On the other, you are navigating one of the most strictly regulated digital landscapes in the world. In 2024 and 2025, the cybersecurity landscape for European healthcare changed dramatically. Attacks are becoming more sophisticated, targeting patient PII and critical infrastructure. But the biggest headline for founders isn’t just the ha

By 2026, the European fintech market has firmly entered a new phase. Compliance is no longer just about data protection or payments — it now extends to operational resilience, AI governance, fraud prevention, and executive accountability . For EU fintech startups, regulations such as GDPR, NIS2, DORA, PSD3/PSR, AMLD6, and the EU AI Act  define whether a company can operate, partner with banks, and scale across Europe. This article outlines the most relevant compliance framewo

Artificial intelligence is moving fast and regulation is catching up just as quickly. With the adoption of the EU Artificial Intelligence Act (EU AI Act)  and the emergence of ISO/IEC 42001 , AI-driven companies now face a new reality: compliance is no longer optional, and “we’ll fix it later” is no longer a viable strategy. For AI startups and SaaS companies operating in Europe, the challenge is clear: How do you build trustworthy, compliant AI systems without slowing down i

SaaS Compliance in 5 Practical Steps How SaaS companies can turn compliance into a business advantage — without slowing down product or sales. Why SaaS Compliance Matters More Than Ever For SaaS companies, compliance is no longer just a legal requirement — it’s a commercial necessity . Enterprise customers increasingly demand proof of security and compliance before  signing contracts. Regulators across Europe are tightening requirements through frameworks such as GDPR, NIS2,

The Path to Enterprise Contracts For many growing tech companies, breaking into the enterprise segment feels like trying to open a locked door without the key. You have the product, you have the team — but there’s one question large clients always ask: “Are you SOC 2 certified?” Security and compliance have become non-negotiable. And for organizations handling sensitive or regulated data, SOC 2 is the gold standard signal that a vendor can be trusted. But the biggest challeng