European Union

EDPB Strengthens Global Data Protection Cooperation

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) held a meeting with Data Protection Authorities from countries and organizations with an EU adequacy decision to strengthen global data protection cooperation. This follows up on a previous meeting in October 2024 and focuses on sharing information and experiences in international data protection enforcement.

EDPB/EDPS Support AI Act Streamlining with Stronger Safeguards

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) have issued a joint opinion on the EU Commission's proposal to streamline the AI Act. While supporting administrative simplification, they urge stronger safeguards to protect fundamental rights and advise against removing the registration obligation for high-risk AI systems.

EDPB Conference on Cross-Regulatory Cooperation

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) is hosting a conference on March 17, 2026, in Brussels to discuss cross-regulatory cooperation from a data protection perspective. Registration is open until February 26, 2026.

EDPB/EDPS Joint Opinion on Digital Omnibus Regulation Proposal

The EDPB and EDPS have issued a joint opinion on the Digital Omnibus Regulation proposal, supporting simplification efforts while raising concerns about proposed changes to the GDPR's definition of personal data. They also welcome increased data breach notification thresholds and deadlines.

ESMA Principles for Risk-Based Supervision

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published its principles for risk-based supervision. These principles aim to foster a common and effective EU-wide supervisory culture and strengthen the EU single market by providing a structured framework for identifying, assessing, and addressing risks.

ESAs Joint Guidelines on ESG Stress Testing

The European Supervisory Authorities (ESAs) have published joint guidelines on integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks into supervisory stress tests for the banking and insurance sectors. These guidelines aim to establish common standards for ESG risk assessment methodologies across the EU financial system and will be subject to a 'comply or explain' procedure by National Competent Authorities.

ESMA Thematic Note on ESG Strategies Clarity

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published a thematic note on ESG strategies, focusing on ESG integration and exclusions. The note aims to promote clarity in communications directed at retail investors and provides practical do's and don'ts to mitigate greenwashing risks.

ESMA, UK Regulators Sign MoU on DORA ICT Oversight

The European Supervisory Authorities (ESAs) and UK financial regulators (BoE, PRA, FCA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation on overseeing critical ICT third-party service providers under DORA. This agreement facilitates information sharing and coordinated oversight activities.

EDPB Rules of Procedure for Informal Panel of EU DPAs

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has published its Rules of Procedure for the informal panel of EU Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) concerning the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. This guidance outlines the operational framework for the DPAs in their oversight of the framework.

EDPB Opinion on Dutch SA's draft decision on ABB Group rules

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has issued Opinion 4/2026 regarding a draft decision by the Dutch Supervisory Authority concerning ABB Group's Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs). This opinion addresses the international transfer of data and the adequacy of ABB's proposed rules.