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CSRD for Financial Firms: What SFDR Users Need to Know

If your firm already complies with SFDR, you are not automatically CSRD-compliant. The two frameworks overlap significantly but have different scope, different standards, and different reporting timelines. This guide maps the key differences and tells you exactly what SFDR users need to add.

Apr 17, 2026
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EMIR vs MiCA: Crypto Derivatives — Which Rules Apply?

Trading crypto derivatives in the EU? You may be caught by both EMIR and MiCA simultaneously. This guide maps out exactly which obligations apply, where they overlap, and how to avoid double compliance gaps.

Apr 16
9 min read
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NIS2 vs DORA: The Financial Sector Overlap Explained

Financial firms in the EU face two overlapping cybersecurity frameworks: NIS2 and DORA. Both impose incident reporting, risk management, and third-party controls — but with key differences in scope, timeline, and supervisory authority. Here is the definitive guide.

Apr 16
8 min read
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RegTech in 2026: How AI-Powered Compliance Tools Are Transforming Financial Regulation

AI-driven regulatory technology is moving from pilot to production across European fintech. This guide covers what RegTech tools actually do, where they deliver ROI, and what compliance teams should evaluate.

Apr 11
11 min read
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PSD3 and PSR: What Every Fintech Company Must Prepare For in 2026

The European Commission's Payment Services Regulation (PSR) and PSD3 are reshaping open banking, SCA, and API access rules. Here's what fintech teams need to act on now.

Apr 10
10 min read
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The EU AI Act and Financial Services: What Compliance Teams Need to Know in 2026

The EU AI Act is now in effect with obligations rolling out in phases. For banks, insurers, and CASPs already navigating MiCA and DORA, understanding AI Act requirements is critical. Here's what financial services firms need to do now.

Mar 9
12 min read
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DAC8 Explained: EU Crypto Tax Reporting Requirements for 2026

The EU's DAC8 directive introduces mandatory crypto-asset reporting for service providers. Understand who must report, what data is required, and how to prepare for the January 2026 deadline.

Mar 4
11 min read
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PSD2/MiCA Deadline: What EMT Service Providers Must Know After March 2, 2026

The EBA's transition period for CASPs providing EMT services has ended. Understanding the dual authorization requirement, PSD2/MiCA interplay, and what crypto firms handling e-money tokens need to do now.

Feb 27
9 min read
Guide

Integrating MiCA and AML Compliance for CASPs: A Practical Framework

CASPs face dual compliance requirements under MiCA and the EU AML package. This guide shows how to build an integrated compliance framework that satisfies both regulatory regimes efficiently.

Feb 26
15 min read
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AMLA Is Coming: How to Prepare for the EU's New AML Authority Before July 2027

The Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) will begin direct supervision in July 2027. Here's what obliged entities need to do now to prepare for EU-level AML oversight.

Feb 25
12 min read
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The EU AML Package Explained: AMLR, AMLD6, and AMLA for Crypto & Finance

The most comprehensive overhaul of EU anti-money laundering rules is here. Understanding the new AML Regulation, 6th Directive, and the new AMLA authority - what it means for CASPs, banks, and financial institutions.

Feb 22
14 min read
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Why Horizon Scanning is No Longer Optional for EU Financial Compliance

The regulatory landscape is shifting faster than ever. Here's how proactive monitoring can transform your compliance strategy from reactive firefighting to strategic advantage.

Feb 21
11 min read
News

MiCA One Year Later: Enforcement Trends and Compliance Lessons from 2025

With MiCA fully applicable since December 2024, what have we learned? An analysis of enforcement actions, common compliance failures, and what successful CASPs are doing differently.

Feb 19
10 min read
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Stablecoin Regulation in the EU: ART vs EMT - The Complete Guide

Asset-Referenced Tokens or E-Money Tokens? Understanding the critical distinction in MiCA's stablecoin framework and what it means for issuers, exchanges, and users.

Feb 16
12 min read
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How to Apply for a CASP License in the EU: Step-by-Step Process (2026)

The complete practical guide to CASP authorization under MiCA. From choosing your home member state to submitting your application and beyond.

Feb 14
15 min read
Checklist

DORA Compliance Checklist for 2026: 50 Requirements Every Financial Entity Must Meet

A practical, actionable checklist covering all DORA requirements. Use this to assess your compliance status and identify gaps before regulators do.

Feb 14
18 min read
Guide

MiCA Regulation: The Complete Guide for Crypto Businesses in 2026

Everything you need to know about the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation - from CASP licensing requirements to stablecoin rules and compliance deadlines.

Feb 13
12 min read
Guide

DORA Compliance Guide: ICT Risk Management for Financial Entities

A comprehensive guide to the Digital Operational Resilience Act - covering ICT risk management, incident reporting, resilience testing, and third-party risk requirements.

Feb 12
10 min read
Explainer

MiCA vs MiFID II: Understanding the Regulatory Boundaries for Crypto-Assets

When does MiFID II apply to crypto-assets and when does MiCA take over? A clear analysis of the regulatory boundaries and what it means for your business.

Feb 11
8 min read
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The AML Travel Rule (TFR): What Crypto Businesses Need to Know

A comprehensive guide to the Transfer of Funds Regulation and how the travel rule applies to crypto-asset transfers in the EU.

Jan 28
9 min read
Product

Introducing FinlexPro: Our Mission to Simplify EU Financial Regulation

Why we built FinlexPro, who we are, and how we're making EU financial regulations accessible to compliance professionals everywhere.

Jan 15
5 min read

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