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AUSTRAC Releases AML/CTF Program Starter Kits for Small Businesses

AUSTRAC has released Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) program starter kits to assist small businesses in newly regulated sectors. These kits provide practical tools and step-by-step guidance to help businesses meet their compliance obligations under the AML/CTF Act, which will take effect from July 1.

Privacy Commissioner Statement on Bunnings Facial Recognition Decision

The Australian Privacy Commissioner has issued a statement regarding the Administrative Review Tribunal's decision on Bunnings' use of facial recognition technology. The statement clarifies that while the Tribunal allowed Bunnings to use the technology for specific crime prevention purposes, significant privacy safeguards and notification requirements remain crucial.

RBA Guidance for Australian Clearing and Settlement Facility Resolution Regime

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has published final guidance on its Clearing and Settlement (CS) Facility Resolution Regime. This guidance, developed after a consultation period, outlines the RBA's approach to using its resolution powers over CS facilities to ensure financial system stability.

ACER Assesses EU DSO Entity's Gas and Hydrogen Documents

The European Union Agency for Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) has issued an opinion on the updated draft statutory documents of the EU DSO entity, which now include provisions for gas and hydrogen distribution system operators. ACER's assessment notes reasonable adaptations but also identifies potential risks of deadlocks and inconsistencies with existing electricity regulations.

ACER supports certification of first European hydrogen transmission network operator

The European Union Agency for Cooperation between Energy Regulators (ACER) has published an opinion supporting the certification of GAZ-SYSTEM as the first European hydrogen transmission network operator. This opinion is part of the certification process under the Hydrogen and Gas Decarbonisation Package, ensuring compliance with EU ownership unbundling rules.

ACER Report on Danish Gas Tariffs and Pipeline Costs

The European Union Agency for Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) has released a report assessing Danish gas transmission tariffs. The report evaluates the proposed reference price methodology against EU Network Code requirements, highlighting a need for greater transparency on upstream pipeline costs.

SRB Operational Guidance on Separability and Transferability Updated

The Single Resolution Board (SRB) has updated its operational guidance for banks on separability and transferability. The revisions align with resolvability self-assessment requirements and provide an operational framework for transfer playbooks and testing, aiming to enhance banks' crisis readiness.

Autorité recommends French government create offices for 261 new notaries

The Autorité de la concurrence recommends the French government create 261 new notary offices between 2026 and 2031. This recommendation is based on an analysis of supply and demand within the notary profession, considering recent trends in private and salaried notaries and the profession's economic performance.

Autorité de la concurrence Guidance on ReUse Project for Food Packaging Deposit Scheme

The Autorité de la concurrence has published informal guidance on the ReUse project, a proposed standardized deposit-return scheme for food packaging in France. The guidance addresses competition law concerns related to eco-organizations, service providers, and cost allocation within the scheme.

DSB Circular on Freedom of Information Act

The Austrian Data Protection Authority (DSB) issued a supplementary circular on December 12, 2025, regarding the Freedom of Information Act. This circular clarifies a previous communication, adjusting a reporting deadline for data submissions.