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ECB Blog: Banks as Enablers of Market Integration and Investment Innovation

The ECB's Supervisory Blog discusses how banks can act as strategic enablers for market integration and investment innovation within the EU's Savings and Investments Union (SIU) initiative. The blog highlights the SIU's role in channeling savings into productive investment and enhancing Europe's competitiveness.

ECB Discusses Bank Exposure to Iran War and Geopolitical Risks

The ECB's Supervisory Board Member Pedro Machado discussed European banks' exposure to the Iran war and geopolitical risks in an interview. He noted that direct exposures are modest, but emphasized the need for banks to embed geopolitical events into capital planning and stress-testing frameworks.

ECB Speech on Nature-Related Risks and International Cooperation

ECB Executive Board Member Frank Elderson delivered a speech highlighting the significant economic and financial risks posed by nature degradation. He emphasized the critical need for international cooperation among central banks and supervisors to manage these risks effectively.

ACER Details Cross-Border Investigations in REMIT Quarterly

The Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) has published its 43rd REMIT Quarterly, detailing its approach to cross-border investigations under the updated EU energy market framework. The report includes updates on stakeholder engagement, data reporting preparations, and market surveillance statistics.

BEREC Workshop on Copper Switch-off and Digital Networks Act

BEREC announced a workshop on March 17, 2026, to discuss the implications of the proposed Digital Networks Act on copper switch-off and market competition. The workshop will bring together regulators and stakeholders to examine challenges and share reflections on the proposed legislation.

EU Connectivity and Competitiveness: BEREC Chair's Remarks

BEREC Chair Marko Mišmaš emphasized the critical role of connectivity in strengthening European sovereignty and competitiveness at the Future Connectivity Summit Europe. Discussions focused on modernizing the Digital Networks Act, fostering investment, and ensuring secure and resilient networks.

BEREC Chair Speaks on Digital Regulation at Digital Summit LATAM

BEREC Chair Marko Mišmaš spoke at the Digital Summit LATAM 2026 on February 26, 2026, emphasizing the need for coordinated regulation in the digital ecosystem. He cautioned against overregulation that could stifle innovation and stressed the importance of regulatory coherence across emerging technologies.

BEREC Public Debriefing on Expert Work

BEREC will host an online public debriefing on March 19, 2026, to present recent expert work and adopted documents. The event will also announce a call for early stakeholder input on the BEREC Work Programme 2027 and launch public consultations on key regulatory themes.

BEREC Chair Reaffirms Commitment to EU Telecom Policy

BEREC Chair Marko Mišmaš reaffirmed the organization's commitment to EU telecom policy at the Mobile World Congress. He emphasized the need for 'smart simplification' to encourage investment and innovation while preserving competition and consumer protection, referencing the European Electronic Communications Code and the upcoming Digital Networks Act.

Speech on Banking Union Achievements and Future

SRB Chair Dominique Laboureix delivered a speech on December 12, 2025, discussing the achievements of the Banking Union's Single Resolution Mechanism over its first decade. The speech highlighted the development of the resolution framework and outlined areas for future work to complete the Banking Union.