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Bafin Strengthens Anti-financial Crime And Cyber Supervision
Germany's financial regulator Bafin is undertaking a major structural reorganization to intensify supervision of anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism financing, and cyber risks across the financial sector. The authority is creating a new specialized Anti-Financial-Crime division and reallocating approximately 30 additional positions to high-risk areas, signaling heightened scrutiny for financial institutions. What does this mean for compliance frameworks and audit preparedness in the German banking sect
Germany Finance
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A&O Shearman
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CJEU Clarifies The Term “Operator” Under Article 2f(1) Of Regulation 833/2014 And Departs From The European Commission’s FAQs
The Court of Justice of the European Union has ruled on the scope of EU sanctions prohibiting the broadcasting of content from listed Russian media outlets, addressing whether the term 'operator' extends beyond commercial entities to include donation-funded platforms and individuals. The judgment clarifies critical questions about personal liability under Regulation 833/2014 and the relevance of broadcast duration in determining compliance obligations.
Germany Government
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Michael Kyprianou Law Firm
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What Is The Hansa? From The Hanseatic League To Modern Cooperation Models
The term "Hansa" has re-emerged in modern geopolitical discourse, most notably through the 2026 Germany-Norway defence cooperation framework. This article examines how the principles of the medieval Hanseatic League—flexible coordination, shared standards, and mutual benefit without centralization—are being adapted to address contemporary challenges in defence, security, and cross-border collaboration.
Worldwide International
GW
Gowling WLG
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EU Commission Proposes New Authorization Regime For Mobile Satellite Services
The European Commission has proposed a new regulation to establish an EU-wide selection procedure for allocating licenses in the 2 GHz mobile satellite services band, with one-third reserved for governmental and defense use and two-thirds for commercial applications. The proposal aims to promote direct-to-device services and technological sovereignty once current authorizations expire in May 2027.
European Union Media & IT
GT
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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