European Union

BaFin Warns Against MEX Exchange and MultiBank Group Offers

BaFin, Germany's financial regulator, has issued a warning against MEX Exchange and MultiBank Group for offering financial, investment, and crypto asset services without authorization. The entities falsely claim to be regulated by BaFin, operating on the website mexassetexchange(.)com.

BaFin Warns MEX Exchange and MultiBank Group Offers

Germany's BaFin has issued a warning regarding MEX Exchange and MultiBank Group for offering financial, securities, and crypto asset services without authorization on the website mexassetexchange(.)com. The entities falsely claim to be supervised by BaFin, and no connection exists with a licensed institution.

KKR / PAG / SAPPORO REAL ESTATE Merger Decision

The European Commission has approved the proposed concentration by which KKR and PAG will acquire joint control of Sapporo Real Estate Co., Ltd. The decision was made under Article 6(1)(b) of the Merger Regulation and Article 57 of the EEA Agreement.

ECHA Committee Draft Opinion on PFAS Restriction

The European Chemicals Agency's Committee for Socio-Economic Analysis (SEAC) has agreed its draft opinion on a proposal to restrict all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the EU. The draft opinion will be published for a 60-day public consultation.

BaFin Fines Raiffeisenbank-Volksbank Fresena eG

Germany's BaFin has fined Raiffeisenbank-Volksbank Fresena eG €22,500 for failing to implement adequate measures for proper reporting of payment accounts for the BaFin account comparison. The decision became legally binding on February 28, 2026.

BaFin Fines VR Bank Dreieich-Offenbach 18,000 Euros

Germany's BaFin has fined VR Bank Dreieich-Offenbach eG 18,000 Euros for failing to implement adequate measures for proper reporting of payment accounts for the BaFin account comparison. The decision became legally binding on February 12, 2026.

EU Ambassadors Conference Speech by President António Costa

President António Costa delivered a speech at the EU Ambassadors Conference on March 10, 2026, emphasizing the importance of a unified EU foreign policy in a multipolar world. He highlighted the need to defend the rules-based international order and address global challenges, including conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

GDPR Resolution: No Fine for DILCAR Gestión S.L.

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has closed an investigation into DILCAR Gestión S.L. regarding the misuse of municipal resources for private business, which involved personal client data. No fine was imposed on the company.

GDPR Resolution: School Used Health Data Without Consent

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) initiated a sanctioning procedure against HOLY MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL, S.L. for allegedly using student health data without proper consent. The procedure was initiated following a complaint filed on April 24, 2024, regarding the use of 'Google Workspace for Education' and its potential access to non-educational content.

EU Official Journal - Recent Legislation and Notices

This notice provides a list of recent publications in the Official Journal of the European Union, including Council Decisions, Commission Recommendations, and Commission Implementing Regulations. These publications cover various areas such as vehicle regulations, chemical safety, and restrictive measures.