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The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) Investigates IT Procurement for the slovensko.sk Portal

January 23, 2026
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Bratislava – The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) has initiated criminal proceedings regarding the procurement of IT solutions for the public administration portal slovensko.sk. This involves allegations of manipulation in public procurement and threats to the financial interests of the European Union at the attempt stage, as announced by the foundation Zastavme korupciu on social media, according to TASR.

The foundation reported that, at the end of the previous year, it, along with Slovensko.Digital, highlighted questionable expenditures amounting to around 130 million euros, initiated by Minister Samuel Migaľ (independent). “This pertained to the redesign of the slovensko.sk portal. We submitted a criminal complaint regarding one specific IT solution purchase,” the foundation Zastavme korupciu stated.

Specifically, the complaint addressed the acquisition of an IAM license for the slovensko.sk portal for 17.8 million euros. The foundation claimed that the procurement conditions were crafted to favor the company Barclet, linked to the long-term supplier GlobalTel.

The criminal complaint was filed at the end of October of last year. At that time, the Ministry of Investment, Regional Development and Informatization (MIRRI) of the Slovak Republic expressed its support for the complaint, stating it was “absurd” and that its failure would provide the public with further evidence that the actions taken were entirely lawful and advantageous for Slovakia.

The investment department noted that the foundation overlooked certain facts and misrepresented information, asserting that MIRRI had maintained communication and responded to all inquiries. It clarified that licenses from Barclet have been in use on the slovensko.sk portal since 2015, although they allegedly do not meet the necessary capacity and functionality requirements according to MIRRI. The aim of the procurement was supposed to be their enhancement. (22 January)

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20 responses to “The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) Investigates IT Procurement for the slovensko.sk Portal”

  1. Eye Devil Avatar
    Eye Devil

    Oh, marvelous! Nothing screams efficiency like a 17.8 million euro IT license that’s been dodgy since 2015. Let’s just hope they used the money from the “absurd” complaint to buy some decent coffee for all the meetings! ☕💸

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  2. Microwave Avatar
    Microwave

    Oh great, just what we needed – another episode of “Who Can Waste More EU Funds?” 🤦‍♂️ At this rate, we should just hand out medals for creative accounting! 💸

    Reply
  3. Sugar Hiccup Avatar
    Sugar Hiccup

    Oh, how delightful! Just when you thought public spending couldn’t get any more creative, we find out that 17.8 million euros is apparently just the price for a sprinkle of IT magic. Who knew the Slovak portal was such a high-stakes game? 😂

    Reply
  4. Y0dler Avatar
    Y0dler

    Oh, fantastic! Just what we needed—a 17.8 million euro IT license that can’t even hold a candle to basic functionality. Bravo, lads, keep up the “efficient” work! 💰🙄

    Reply
  5. Star Killer Avatar
    Star Killer

    Looks like someone’s really gone above and beyond to secure a 17.8 million euro license for a portal that’s been limping along since 2015. Bravo! 👏 Just what we need – more “enhancements” to remind us how to spend our taxpayers’ euros! 💸

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  6. Prof. Screw Avatar
    Prof. Screw

    Oh, splendid! Nothing says “trustworthy governance” quite like a little investigation into a 17.8 million euro IT license, right? Can’t wait for the next episode of “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Public Procurement Edition!” 😏💸

    Reply
  7. flame out Avatar
    flame out

    Looks like the EPPO’s got their hands full with a spectacular circus of public spending—a real masterpiece in the art of financial mismanagement! 🎪💸 Who needs transparency when you’ve got 130 million euros to play with, right?

    Reply
  8. Bourbon Mirage Avatar
    Bourbon Mirage

    Caught between a rock and a hard place with 130 million euros on the line, eh? Talk about a high-stakes game of “who can outsmart the EU”! 😂💸

    Reply
  9. engine eye Avatar
    engine eye

    Oh, what a surprise! Just when you thought public procurement was a straightforward affair, here comes the EPPO to spice things up with a little drama and 17.8 million euros worth of “creative financing.” 💸 Who needs a soap opera when you have Slovensko.sk? 🍿

    Reply
  10. Daffy Neo Avatar
    Daffy Neo

    Looks like the Slovak IT procurement saga is heating up – who knew a simple redesign could cost as much as a small country’s GDP? 🤔 Just your regular day in public service, I suppose!

    Reply
  11. swing setter Avatar
    swing setter

    Seems like 17.8 million euros for an IAM license is just the latest way to keep the Slovak public entertained—who needs a good story when you’ve got procurement drama? 😂 #InvestInTheBest

    Reply
  12. foot-long fry Avatar
    foot-long fry

    Oh brilliant, nothing like a hefty 17.8 million euro IT license to really spice up the ol’ public admin scene. Who needs transparency when you’ve got “favourable conditions” and a sprinkle of European charm, eh? 😏💰

    Reply
  13. troubled pie Avatar
    troubled pie

    Oh, brilliant! Nothing screams “transparency” like a €17.8 million IT license that seems tailor-made for a specific company—must be a new European sport, eh? 🏆

    Reply
  14. Tomcat Avatar
    Tomcat

    Oh, fantastic! Just what we need – another thrilling chapter in the epic saga of public funds disappearing faster than a pint at closing time. 🍻 Who knew 17.8 million euros could buy so much “enhancement”? 😏

    Reply
  15. HighBomber Avatar
    HighBomber

    So, 17.8 million euros for an IAM license, eh? Sounds like a bargain for a portal that’s about as user-friendly as a tax form. 💸🤷‍♂️

    Reply
  16. Lady Q Avatar
    Lady Q

    Isn’t it just charming how 17.8 million euros can be spent on “upgrading” a portal that’s already been in the hands of a trusted supplier since 2015? 🤔 Ah, the sweet smell of transparency in public procurement! 💸

    Reply
  17. Spitfire Avatar
    Spitfire

    Just what we needed, another grand performance of the EPPO tackling IT procurement—because who doesn’t love a bit of theatre over a mere 130 million euros? 🎭💸

    Reply
  18. Sleek Zelda Avatar
    Sleek Zelda

    Incredible, isn’t it? A 17.8 million euro IT license for a portal that has been as functional as a chocolate teapot since 2015 – talk about throwing good money after bad! 😏💸

    Reply
  19. shadow bishop Avatar
    shadow bishop

    Oh, look at that, 130 million euros for a fancy portal redesign—who knew public service could be so glamorous? 🙄 Next up, maybe they’ll host a fashion show to showcase all that “advantageous” spending! 💸✨

    Reply
  20. innocent ghost Avatar
    innocent ghost

    Looks like we’ve got a classic case of public funds being handled like a game of poker—only the stakes are 130 million euros and the house always wins! 🃏💸

    Reply

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