LSM

Exit polling commissioned by Latvia's public broadcaster LSM and published on Oct. 3 projects Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs' centrist United List party to win the most seats in the Latvian parliament, with about 35% support. The result, reported by the Kyiv Independent, would place the centrist bloc first in the vote, with coalition negotiations expected to follow once final results are confirmed.

Exit polling for Latvia's 2022-style parliamentary elections reported by Latvian public media suggests six political forces could clear the 5% threshold needed to enter the Saeima, with the United List (Apvienotais saraksts) commanding the largest share of support. The projection has drawn attention across European political circles as observers weigh the shape of the next governing coalition in Riga.

The Bank of Latvia has issued a cryptocurrency services licence to Atrya Technologies, allowing the company to operate legally in Latvia's crypto sector. The approval signals continued regulatory engagement with digital asset firms in the Baltic state, which has positioned itself as a jurisdiction with clear rules for crypto businesses under EU frameworks. Details about the company's planned services were not disclosed.