AMLA finalises supervisory cooperation standards ahead of direct supervision in 2028, establishing a harmonised framework for selecting and supervising the bloc’s most significant cross-border FIs

by | Jul 22, 2026

The standards define the process for identifying supervised entities, outline data collection and risk assessment responsibilities, and require the transfer of firms’ full supervisory histories to ensure continuity. Developed in close cooperation with national...

AMLA publishes FAQs on its reporting package for identifying provisionally eligible entities, clarifying the data requirements and process for selecting FIs that may fall under direct supervision from 2028

by | Jul 22, 2026

The guidance explains the purpose, scope and practical aspects of the reporting process, including how national supervisors and firms should provide information required for the selection of high-risk, cross-border financial institutions. The FAQs aim to ensure a...

EBA publishes an updated Reporting Framework 4.3 data model and taxonomy to support AMLA’s 2027 risk assessment data collection for identifying entities potentially eligible for direct supervision

by | Jul 20, 2026

The updated taxonomy provides revised technical specifications and data structures to help firms prepare for AMLA’s 2027 risk assessment exercise, with a further v4.4 update expected to improve data reporting accuracy by distinguishing unavailable information from...

AMLA consults on harmonised risk assessments in the non-financial sector, proposing EU’s first common methodology to assess ML/TF risks and strengthen consistent, risk-based supervision from 31 Dec 2028

by | Jul 13, 2026

AMLA’s draft standards ensure similar businesses are assessed consistently across Member States while allowing for proportionate approaches based on the size, complexity and risk profile of different entities. The framework is designed to help supervisors better...