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Payment Services Regulation: Legislative Update
The Parliament has adopted its negotiating positions on the EU's payment services framework. The package aims to harmonise regulations, enhance user data protection, and combat fraud. Trilogue negotiations are expected to begin after the summer recess, with final adoption anticipated in early 2025.
Listing Package: EU's 2024 Trilogue Agreement
In February 2024, the EU plenary adopted the Listing Package, aiming to simplify listing rules, reduce costs, and protect investors. Amendments also grant flexibility to investment firms in organizing payment for services.
Final Draft Standards for MiCA Regulation
On May 7, 2024, the EBA announced final draft RTS and ITS under MiCAR, covering ART issuer authorization, acquisition assessments, and white paper approval.
MiFIR: Regulation (EU) 2024/791
On May 2, 2024, the EU Official Journal published a Commission Notice clarifying transitional provisions under MiFIR Amendment (EU) 2024/791. This notice addresses the implementation challenges posed by the amended MiFIR provisions, ensuring regulatory continuity during the transitional period.
CS3D: Financial Sector Temporary Exclusion
On December 14, 2023, the EU Council announced a provisional deal with the Parliament on corporate sustainability due diligence. Notably, the financial sector is temporarily exempt, pending a review for potential future inclusion.
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