Hungary's thriving technology sector, world-class educational institutions producing skilled IT talent, and government initiatives supporting digital transformation create significant opportunities for international technology investors. As a Budapest-based law firm, we regularly advise foreign and domestic clients on structuring and protecting their technology investments. We guide foreign investors through the complexities of establishing technology operations, from initial market assessments to full commercial deployment across software development, IT services, and digital innovation platforms. Our lawyers provide legal advice on corporate structuring, intellectual property protection, and compliance with Hungarian and EU technology regulations.
Our services encompass structuring optimal investment vehicles for technology projects, whether through software development centers, IT service delivery hubs, or research and development facilities. We provide detailed analysis of technology sector investment incentives, including government grants for digital innovation, EU funding opportunities for technology research, and tax benefits available for IT and software development investments. We also ensure that software licensing frameworks, data protection (GDPR) obligations, and intellectual property rights are aligned with regulatory requirements.
For clients considering substantial technology investments, we coordinate with technical consultants, industry specialists, and financial advisors to ensure comprehensive due diligence processes that address intellectual property landscapes, talent availability, and long-term competitive positioning within Hungary's dynamic technology market. Our due diligence includes legal risk assessments, IP portfolio reviews, and cross-border compliance strategies to support secure and scalable market entry.
Hungary's reputation as a software development hub attracts international companies seeking cost-effective development capabilities with high technical expertise. We provide comprehensive legal support for software development operations, including development center establishment, intellectual property protection strategies, and complex software licensing arrangements.
Our services extend to structuring software development agreements, including custom software development contracts, software-as-a-service arrangements, and platform licensing agreements. We regularly advise on compliance with software licensing requirements, open source software compliance, and proprietary code protection strategies that safeguard valuable intellectual property assets.
We also provide guidance on know-how and trade secret management for proprietary algorithms, and compliance with emerging regulations governing artificial intelligence software and machine learning applications that represent the cutting edge of software innovation.
Our tax advisory services help IP development companies and technology businesses maximize the value of their innovations through favorable tax structures. We provide expert guidance on R&D tax credits, innovation tax incentives, and the Hungarian IP Box regime, which offers one of the most attractive tax environments in Europe for income derived from intellectual property. By identifying eligible research and development activities, securing R&D tax relief, and structuring IP income efficiently, our tax lawyers enable clients to achieve significant tax savings while ensuring compliance with Hungarian and EU regulations.
With extensive experience advising software developers, technology investors, and international IP-driven companies, we combine legal, financial, and tax expertise to unlock R&D benefits and improve cash flow. Our team helps businesses leverage innovation tax opportunities, reduce effective tax burdens, and protect intellectual property portfolios with tax-efficient planning. Whether entering the Hungarian market or scaling existing operations, we deliver strategic tax solutions that strengthen competitiveness and support long-term growth in the innovation economy.
Technology operations inherently involve extensive data processing activities that require sophisticated privacy protection strategies and comprehensive GDPR compliance frameworks. We provide specialized data protection services for technology companies, including privacy-by-design implementation, data protection impact assessments, and cross-border data transfer compliance.
Our services encompass development of privacy policies for technology platforms, consent management systems for user data processing, and data breach response procedures specifically designed for technology environments. We advise on compliance with sector-specific privacy requirements, including health data processing regulations, financial data protection standards, and children's privacy protection requirements.
For clients developing data analytics platforms and artificial intelligence systems, we provide guidance on lawful bases for data processing, automated decision-making compliance, and algorithmic transparency requirements that ensure privacy-compliant technology innovation while maintaining competitive advantages.
Technology companies face sophisticated cybersecurity threats that require comprehensive security frameworks and regulatory compliance strategies. We provide specialized cybersecurity legal support, including compliance with the Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS2), cybersecurity incident reporting requirements, and industry-specific security standards.
Our services include the development of cybersecurity governance frameworks, security incident response procedures, and vendor security assessment processes that ensure comprehensive protection of technology infrastructure and customer data.
For clients providing cybersecurity services or developing security technologies, we provide guidance on professional liability considerations for security service providers, and regulatory requirements governing penetration testing and vulnerability assessment services. Our expertise extends to regulated sectors such as finance, healthcare, and critical infrastructure, where cybersecurity compliance is essential for both legal risk management and market reputation.
Hungary's position as a leading IT services destination requires sophisticated contracting strategies that address service level commitments, data protection obligations, and cross-border service delivery requirements. We structure and negotiate IT service agreements that support our clients' technology operations, including software development outsourcing, IT infrastructure management, and business process outsourcing arrangements.
Our expertise extends to cloud computing service agreements, including compliance with data localization requirements, service availability commitments, and vendor lock-in prevention strategies. We advise on compliance with financial services regulations for fintech outsourcing, healthcare regulations for health IT services, and government procurement requirements for public sector IT services.
For clients developing platform-as-a-service or infrastructure-as-a-service offerings, we provide guidance on service terms standardization, liability limitation strategies, and regulatory compliance for cloud service provision across multiple jurisdictions.
The rapid development of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies requires adaptive legal strategies that address evolving regulatory landscapes and ethical considerations. We provide specialized legal support for AI development and deployment, including compliance with the EU AI Act, algorithmic accountability requirements, and ethical AI governance frameworks.
Our services encompass AI system risk assessment procedures, compliance with high-risk AI system requirements, and establishment of AI governance frameworks that ensure responsible AI development while enabling innovation. We advise on liability allocation for AI system decisions, insurance requirements for AI applications, and compliance with sector-specific AI regulations.
For clients developing blockchain technologies, Internet of Things solutions, or quantum computing applications, we provide guidance on regulatory classification procedures, intellectual property protection strategies, and compliance with emerging technology regulations that govern next-generation technology deployment.
Technology operations require specialized workforce management that addresses skill-based hiring, intellectual property assignment, and compliance with employment regulations for technology professionals. We provide comprehensive employment law support tailored to the unique requirements of technology businesses.
Our services include structuring employment arrangements for technology workers, including software developers, data scientists, and IT specialists. We advise on compliance with working time regulations for flexible technology work arrangements, intellectual property assignment requirements for employee-created innovations, and non-compete restrictions that protect proprietary technology while respecting employee mobility rights. We also assist with contractor versus employee classification, remote work compliance, and dispute resolution under the Hungarian Labor Code
For clients utilizing international technology talent, we provide guidance on work permit requirements for IT professionals, digital nomad visa procedures, and compliance with regulations governing remote work arrangements for international technology teams operating across multiple jurisdictions. Our immigration and employment law team ensures smooth onboarding of international talent and compliance with cross-border labor regulations.
Technology commercialization requires sophisticated licensing strategies that maximize value while managing intellectual property risks and regulatory compliance requirements. We provide comprehensive technology licensing services, including software licensing negotiations, technology transfer agreements, and joint development arrangements for innovative technology projects.
Our services encompass structuring technology partnership agreements, including strategic alliances for technology development, consortium arrangements for industry standards development, and technology incubation agreements that support startup technology companies. We advise on compliance with competition law requirements in technology licensing and standards-essential patent licensing obligations.
Technology operations must comply with diverse regulatory frameworks that vary by application domain, from financial technology regulations to healthcare IT requirements and automotive software standards. We provide ongoing regulatory compliance advice that enables technology innovation while ensuring comprehensive regulatory adherence.
Our services include compliance with sector-specific technology regulations, including medical device software requirements, automotive software safety standards, and financial services technology regulations. We advise on product liability considerations for technology products, professional standards for technology service providers, and compliance with accessibility requirements for technology platforms.
For clients developing technology for regulated industries, we provide guidance on regulatory approval procedures, compliance testing requirements, and ongoing regulatory maintenance obligations that ensure long-term market access for technology innovations.
Technology businesses face diverse risks ranging from intellectual property disputes and contract disagreements to regulatory enforcement actions and cybersecurity incidents. We provide comprehensive risk management advice and dispute resolution services that protect our clients' technology investments and operations.
Our litigation and arbitration capabilities encompass technology contract disputes, intellectual property infringement claims, employment disputes involving technology professionals, and regulatory enforcement proceedings. We represent clients before Hungarian courts, administrative bodies, and international arbitration tribunals, with particular expertise in cross-border technology disputes and complex intellectual property litigation. Our services include crisis management planning for technology incidents, including data breaches, system failures, and intellectual property challenges.
