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.

Public Consultation on Draft BEREC Work Programme 2026

BEREC has launched a public consultation on its Draft Work Programme for 2026. Stakeholders are invited to submit their contributions by November 3, 2025. The programme outlines BEREC's strategic priorities for the upcoming year, focusing on connectivity, competition, digital market development, and citizen interests.

Public Consultation: BEREC Draft Report on Switching and Termination Contracts

BEREC has launched a public consultation on its draft report concerning challenges and best practices in switching and terminating telecommunications contracts. Interested parties can submit contributions until January 30, 2026. The report aims to identify persistent issues and successful national solutions related to Article 106 of the EECC.

BEREC Consultation on Updated Network Deployment Survey Guidelines

BEREC has launched a public consultation on draft updated Guidelines for geographical surveys of network deployment. The consultation seeks stakeholder input on proposed amendments to existing guidelines, which are intended to reflect technological developments and new EU legislation. The deadline for submitting comments is February 9, 2026.

BEREC Consultation on 5G Network Slicing and Open Internet Regulation

BEREC has launched a public consultation seeking input on the compatibility of 5G network slicing with the EU's Open Internet Regulation. Stakeholders are invited to submit contributions by February 13, 2026, to inform BEREC's further guidance on this matter.

BEREC Call for Inputs on Work Programme 2027

BEREC is seeking input from stakeholders for its 2027 Work Programme. Interested parties can submit project proposals using a provided template by April 15, 2026. This consultation informs the draft Work Programme, which will be subject to a public consultation in October 2026.

Consultation on Prudential Transactions Under CRD

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has closed its consultation on technical standards for prudentially material transactions under the Capital Requirements Directive (CRD). The consultation period ran from December 5, 2025, to March 5, 2026, and several industry responses were received.

Consultation on Amending Systemic Risk Buffer Guidelines

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has launched a consultation on proposed amendments to its guidelines concerning the appropriate subsets of exposures for the application of the systemic risk buffer. The consultation period closes on April 30, 2026.

ESMA EBA Consultation on Suitability Guidelines for Management Body Members

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) and the European Banking Authority (EBA) have launched a consultation on draft joint guidelines for assessing the suitability of management body members and key function holders. The consultation period runs until May 25, 2026.

EBA Consultation on Suitability Questionnaire Standards

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has launched a consultation on draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) specifying the minimum content for suitability questionnaires, CVs, and internal assessments. The consultation period closes on May 25, 2026.

EBA Consultation on Credit Risk Framework Simplification

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has opened a consultation on the simplification and assessment of the credit risk framework. The consultation period runs until May 10, 2026, and interested parties are invited to submit their responses.

Capital and Resolution Stacks Simplification Blog Post

A blog post by a Single Resolution Board Board Member discusses the complexity of banks' capital and resolution stacks. It explores potential simplification paths, emphasizing that changes should align with the going-concern regime rather than being standalone recalibrations.

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.

Single Resolution Fund Target Level Reached; Banks Not Paying Levies

The Single Resolution Board announced that the Single Resolution Fund (SRF) has reached its target level of over EUR 81 billion as of the end of 2025. Consequently, banks will not be required to contribute to the SRF for the third consecutive year, unless circumstances change.

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.

SRB Technical Meeting on Bank Reorganisation Plan Analysis Reports

The Single Resolution Board (SRB) is holding a technical meeting on March 3, 2026, to discuss its Operational Guidance on Business Reorganisation Plan Analysis Reports. This guidance, currently open for public consultation, aims to refine existing requirements for banks regarding resolution readiness.

Autorité de la concurrence Inspects Private Passenger Transport Sector

The Autorité de la concurrence has conducted an unannounced inspection of a company in the private passenger transport sector suspected of anticompetitive practices. This action does not prejudge guilt but initiates an investigation into alleged violations.

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.

Pascal Lagrue Appointed to French Competition Authority Board

The French Competition Authority announced the appointment of Pascal Lagrue to its Board, effective March 2, 2026. Lagrue brings experience from trade union and consumer association roles.

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 Sanctions BTP Sud for Unfair Trading Conditions

The Autorité de la concurrence has sanctioned BTP Sud with a fine of €148,094 for abusing its dominant position in the aggregates supply market in Wallis and Futuna. BTP Sud imposed unfair trading conditions on the Administration Supérieure du Territoire, including refusing to sell and imposing unjustified price increases.

Hungarian Data Protection Authority Launches Freedom of Information Development Project

The Hungarian National Authority for Data Protection and Freedom of Information has launched a development project funded by an EU grant to enhance the enforcement of freedom of information. The project aims to investigate current practices, identify obstacles, and develop proposals for optimisation.

Publication Obligation for Public Data Registry and Transparency Procedure

Hungary's National Authority for Data Protection and Freedom of Information has issued a notice regarding a new publication obligation for budgetary organs. All budgetary organs, except national security services, must publish financial management data bi-monthly on a new online platform, with potential fines for non-compliance.

NAIH launches AWARE project for GDPR awareness

The National Authority for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (NAIH) has launched the EU-funded AWARE project to increase GDPR awareness among micro and small enterprises, particularly in the beauty and private healthcare sectors. The project will run from 2025 to 2027 and includes research, an information website, webinars, and training.

Hungary Ratifies Council of Europe Convention 108+

Hungary has become the 30th party to ratify the Council of Europe's Convention 108+, an international treaty concerning data protection. This action signifies Hungary's commitment to aligning its data protection laws with international standards.

Hungarian Information Rights System 30th Anniversary Celebration

The Hungarian data protection authority celebrated the 30th anniversary of the country's information rights system with an international conference on September 17, 2025. The event reviewed past achievements, challenges, and future tasks in data protection and freedom of information.

Real Estate Agency Fined for GDPR Violations

The Croatian Personal Data Protection Agency has fined a real estate agency EUR 100,000.00 for processing personal data in violation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The agency acted as a controller in this case.

Real Estate Agency Fined EUR 100,000 for GDPR Violations

The Croatian Personal Data Protection Agency has imposed a EUR 100,000 fine on a real estate agency for processing personal data in violation of the General Data Protection Regulation. This action highlights the agency's commitment to enforcing data protection laws.

Croatian Data Protection Agency Fines Real Estate Agency

The Croatian Personal Data Protection Agency has imposed a EUR 100,000 fine on a real estate agency for processing personal data in violation of the GDPR. The agency acted as a data controller and processed data contrary to the regulation's provisions.

Real Estate Agency Fined EUR 100,000 for GDPR Violations

The Croatian Personal Data Protection Agency has fined a real estate agency EUR 100,000 for violating GDPR provisions. The agency acted as a controller and processed data contrary to the regulation.

Real Estate Agency Fined 100,000 EUR

The Croatian Personal Data Protection Agency (AZOP) has fined a real estate agency 100,000 EUR for violations related to data protection. The agency also announced a conference on Data Protection in AI Systems.

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.

Data Protection Authorities of Slovakia and Austria Meet

Data protection authorities from Slovakia and Austria met on December 10, 2025, in Bratislava to discuss cooperation and upcoming regulatory changes, including GDPR amendments and new EU digital laws. This meeting follows previous bilateral and regional discussions.

Data Protection Authority 2026 Focus Audits on Processing Security

The Austrian Data Protection Authority (DSB) announced its 2026 focus audits will target processing security under Article 32 GDPR. Procedures against selected controllers and processors are scheduled to begin in March 2026, with a second part announced in June 2026.

Irish and Austrian Data Protection Authorities Meeting

The Austrian Data Protection Authority hosted officials from the Irish Data Protection Commission for a meeting on January 13, 2026. The meeting aimed to discuss matters of mutual interest and further strengthen the close cooperation between the two regulatory bodies, particularly concerning cross-border data protection cases.

Data Protection Authority Joint Database Launched

The Austrian Data Protection Authority and the Parliamentary Committee for Data Protection (PDK) have launched a joint database for their decisions within the legal information system (RIS). This new application, named 'Datenschutz-Aufsichtsbehörden', aims to streamline access to data protection rulings.

Hellenic Data Protection Authority Holds Dialogue Day with Research Community

The Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA) successfully held its "1st Dialogue Day with the Research Community" on October 1, 2025. The event focused on strengthening cooperation with academic and research institutions on data protection issues, including AI applications and privacy-friendly digital wallets.

byRisk Project Newsletter 2 Supports SMEs with Data Protection Risks

The Hellenic Data Protection Authority has released the second newsletter for the European byRisk project, which aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in identifying and analyzing data protection risks. This issue details project progress, including risk categorization and the design of a new risk assessment tool.

Hellenic DPA byRisk Project: Data Protection for SMEs and Public Awareness

The Hellenic Data Protection Authority has launched the byRisk project, co-funded by the European Commission, to support SMEs in data protection risk assessment and raise public awareness. The project aims to develop tools for SMEs and the general public, with pilot operations expected by March 2026 and an international conference planned for October 2026.

Hellenic DPA Information Day 2026 on Data Protection and AI

The Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA) held an Information Day on Data Protection Day 2026, discussing the GDPR, the proposed AI Act, and the HDPA's role. The event highlighted the need for effective implementation of regulations and adequate resources for the HDPA.

Seminar on Privacy Risks from Personal Data Processing

The Hellenic Data Protection Authority and the University of Piraeus are organizing an online seminar on privacy risks associated with personal data processing, particularly concerning Artificial Intelligence. The seminar is part of the byRisk project and is open to the general public.

CNPD AI Data Protection Training Session

The CNPD is offering a 4-hour in-person training session on Data Protection Basics: Artificial Intelligence. The session, held on April 7, 2026, aims to explain the challenges of AI in relation to data protection and the GDPR.

CNPD Workshop on DAAZ Diploma Ceremony

The CNPD is hosting a workshop and DAAZ diploma ceremony on April 29, 2026, in Luxembourg. The event aims to provide feedback on a previous workshop and recognize participants' achievements in the DAAZ tool.

CNPD AI Data Protection Training Session

The CNPD is offering a 4-hour in-person training session on Data Protection Basics: Artificial Intelligence. The training aims to help participants understand the challenges of AI concerning data protection and the GDPR, and is scheduled for May 5, 2026.

Data Protection Basics Training - RGPD Introduction

The CNPD (Luxembourg's data protection authority) is offering a 5-hour introductory training session on data protection basics and the RGPD. The training is aimed at individuals new to data protection and will be held in French on April 14, 2026, in Belval.

Data Protection Basics Training Session

The CNPD of Luxembourg is offering a free 'Data Protection Basics' training session in French on June 16, 2026. The 5-hour session is designed for individuals new to data protection and aims to explain the core principles of the RGPD. Registration is required via email.

Data Protection Authority Fines iHUNT TECHNOLOGY for Privacy Violations

The National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing in Romania has fined S.C. iHUNT TECHNOLOGY IMPORT-EXPORT SA 20,000 lei for violating data protection laws regarding cookie consent. The investigation found that the company stored non-essential cookies without user consent.