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By Panagiotis Vassiliades Deputy CEO, MAP Risk Management Services Ltd (MAP RMS) The July 2024 Risk Assessment Report (RAR) from the European Banking Authority (EBA) provides an in-depth analysis of the key risks and challenges impacting banks in the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA). It offers critical insights into the … [Read more...] about EBA’s 2024 Risk Assessment Report

By Panayiotis Antoniou, CEO, MAP Risk Management Services Ltd (MAP RMS) This article discusses the updated remuneration requirements for EU investment firms under the Investment Firm Directive (IFD). Implemented in Cyprus through Law 165(I)/2021, these rules establish key principles for creating transparent, risk-conscious, and gender-neutral … [Read more...] about Updates to Remuneration Requirements for EU Investment Firms

The European Union (EU) is undergoing significant regulatory changes in its financial markets with the recent review of the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II) and the Markets in Financial Instruments Regulation (MiFIR). These frameworks are pivotal in improving market transparency, investor protection, and efficiency across … [Read more...] about MiFID II and MiFIR Review: Key Changes and Implications