On 23 June 2016 citizens of the United Kingdom (UK) voted to leave the European Union (EU). On 29 March 2017 the UK formally notified the European Council of its intention to leave the EU by… Over the past 20 … read more
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ESMA responds to Commission consultation on Fintech
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has sent today its response to the European Commission consultation paper on “Fintech: a more competitive and innovative financial sector”, welcoming the initiative to take a stock-take of the EU’s Fintech industry. … read more
EU and UNRWA sign new landmark agreement and reaffirm joint comm
On 7 June 2017, Federica Mogherini, the High Representative of the European Union (EU) for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission; Johannes Hahn, Member of the European Commission in charge of European Neighbourhood Policy and … read more
ESMA responds to Commission consultation on Fintech
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has sent today its response to the European Commission consultation paper on “Fintech: a more competitive and innovative financial sector”, welcoming the initiative to take a stock-take of the EU’s Fintech industry. … read more
Looking to the future – Steven Maijoor addresses FIA IDX Conference
MiFID – Secondary Markets Speeches Supervisory convergence Steven Maijoor, Chair of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), delivered the keynote address at this morning’s FIA IDX Conference in London. His address focused on preparation for MiFID II/MiFIR, the UK … read more

