FinTech Legal

PwC Norway has a strong practice advising start-up companies, including FinTechs, on a range of legal issues, including regulatory compliance, licensing and capital raises. Its lawyers have expertise in payments law and cryptocurrency matters.

"PwC have a breadth of knowledge across the team, and are very easy to work with. They are very responsive but also proactive."

"PwC have experience with financial authorities and broad knowledge about Nordic laws, legal cases and best practices within FinTech, and especially payment institutions."

"PwC have a broad spectrum of knowledge across various markets and technologies. They are well-positioned to handle sophisticated matters, particularly in the Nordic market."

PwC advised Aera on compliance and regulatory matters relating to digital wallets and payments services.

Daniel Næsse leads PwC Norway's FinTech practice group and is an expert on financial services regulation. He assists FinTech clients with compliance and licensing matters, and has particular expertise in payments systems and cryptocurrency. "Daniel is always available, quickly grasps complex issues, and is pragmatic and commercial." "Daniel is a very good lawyer and has great experience within the payment space." "Daniel is an exceptionally experienced consultant with a robust commercial acumen. He is service-oriented and possesses a strong knowledge base, making him an invaluable asset."

Mari Strøm is a senior manager in PwC's Bergen office. She advises on payments services and financial regulatory matters. "Mari is a great lawyer, and has very good experience within the payment space." "Mari has impressive expertise and relationship management skills."