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AIFMD 2: A New Era for AIFs and UCITS
AIFMD 2 changes EU's AIF and UCITS regulation, enhancing liquidity management, oversight, transparency, and investor protection, aligning with global standards for market competitiveness.
EU Investment Fund Regulation: AIFMD/UCITS Directive Updates
On 25 March 2024, the EU's financial sector saw key advancements with new Delegated Regulations enhancing the UCITS Directive and AIFMD framework. These regulations, effective from 25 June 2024, aim to improve transparency, governance, and information exchange.
Mica Regulation: ESMA first report on final RTS
ESMA's release of final reports on MiCA Regulation sets a foundation for crypto-asset market integrity and investor protection in the EU. Highlighting the significance of standards for CASPs and transparency, the initiative seeks to harmonise the crypto ecosystem.
EU Securitisation Regulation : RTS 2024/920
Enacted on 13 Dec 2023, Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/920 refines securitisation regulation, enhancing market integrity with new technical standards.
Climate-Related Financial Risk: EBF on Basel Pillar 3
The European Banking Federation (EBF) champions the Basel Committee's push for clear climate-related financial risk disclosures in banking, aligning with Basel III's Pillar 3 for market discipline. The EBF advocates for transparency and risk-aware banking practices to manage climate risks.