Akvilė Jurkaitytė, Associate at Sorainen and a key figure in the Baltic fintech legal space, joins us to talk about what it really takes for companies to enter and scale in Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia.
In this conversation, she unpacks the biggest myths about licensing, the importance of managing regulator expectations, and why the first impression you make could define your company’s future in the region. From crypto and blockchain to PSD3, MiCA, DORA, and the AI Act, Akvilė offers a clear-eyed view of how innovation and compliance are shaping the next wave of financial services in the Baltics.
She also shares a preview of her upcoming talk at Baltic Fintech Days and explains why the region is becoming a serious launchpad for fintechs targeting the broader European market. If you’re considering the Baltics as your next move, this is a must-watch.
