Supervision
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Halfway through 2026, Valerie Mirko reflects on SEC and FINRA
Mirko explains how the SEC’s initiation of a sweeping shift in regulatory policy is affecting regulated businesses, or for the pending changes, how it could.
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EU appoints members to AI Act scientific and advisory groups
The Scientific Panel and Advisory Forum bring 60 and 174 experts, respectively, to provide technical support to the European Commission.
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Nordic DPAs’ Stockholm Declaration marks greater alignment on AI and GDPR enforcement
Declaration reflects shared regional approach to AI and GDPR compliance alongside strengthened cooperation across evolving digital rulebook.
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Iceland’s DPA signals continued focus on cybersecurity, health data, and AI governance
Persónuvernd’s annual report for 2025 shows an increasingly proactive approach to cybersecurity failings, AI oversight, and organizations handling sensitive data.
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FINRA Annual 2026: Exam and enforcement enhancements offer guidance to member firms
Speakers discussed the enhancements FINRA is making to both divisions and how firms can navigate their way through these processes with better practices.
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FDA pilots one-day inspections to boost oversight, surveillance
The pilot program will run through the end of fiscal year 2026, with additional assessments planned across multiple inspectorates.
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FCA updates guidance on when to make a notification
Changes to guidance expand circumstances in which firms need to consider making a Principle 11 notification in relation to customer redress issues.
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Finanstilsynet highlights improvement areas across credit institutions’ compliance functions
Danish supervisory reviews shed light on risks and drive improvements in banks and mortgage credit institutions’ compliance work.
