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German central bank abandons controversial overhaul

The enormous 1970s brutalist concrete building had become synonymous with the Bundesbank and was said to reflect its culture of fostering economic stability.

White & Case advises bank syndicate on €4 billion German Federal green bond issuance

The bond is part of the Federal Republic's "Twin Bond Concept" pursuant to which each Federal green bond has a conventional twin bond with the same commercial parameter.

Revolut secures UK banking licence after years long wait

Revolut - which already has 13 million customers in the UK - also plans to offer a wider array of banking services in the future, such as lending and other products.

Eurosystem unveils roadmap for tokenised wholesale financial markets

The central bank is inviting feedback from stakeholders and expressions of interest in contributing to the forthcoming analytical and practical work.

Targeted Support may help firms address the advice gap

Firms will be able to make suggestions to groups of customers wit0

Team announces WH Ireland rebrand as FCA greenlights deal

The deal is set to go ahead on 24 March subject to a court-sanctioning

Your guide to UK Banking Regulation in 2026

Regulation is also responding to rapid technological change.

UK interest rates expected to rise as Bank of England responds to oil shock

This will include scrapping wasteful tech spending, unused software licences and replacing with leaner, more effective centralised systems."

Swiss vote places right to use cash in country’s constitution

Switzerland joins Hungary, Slovakia and Slovenia as European countries looking to make it a right to hold cold, hard cash.

BCS Investors Have Opportunity to Join Barclays PLC Fraud Investigation with the Schall Law Firm

Based on this news, Barclays ADSs fell significantly in the next several trading sessions.

The future of the Appointed Representatives regime: HM Treasury consults on a new regulatory framework

HMT’s proposals form part of the Government’s wider regulatory reform agenda and are promoted aimed at supporting growth through transparent and proportionate regulation, that promotes competition and innovation in financial services.

Euro area bank interest rate statistics: January 2026

The composite cost-of-borrowing indicator, which combines interest rates on all loans to corporations, showed no change in January 2026.

Targeted report on Stablecoins and Unhosted Wallets - Peer-to-Peer Transactions

The report highlights how stablecoins' price stability, liquidity, and interoperability support legitimate use but also make them attractive for criminal misuse.

EIB Group and CDP boost partnership to drive investment and sustainable growth in Italy and beyond

A new Memorandum of Understanding has been signed that will accelerate strategic investments across Italy.

EU Legislation Roundup: February 2026

Staying informed on EU-level law helps you manage risk, maintain compliance and remain competitive in a fast-moving regulatory environment.

FCA warns customers of HDH Investment Services Limited

We know this news may be worrying.

FCA fines John Wood Group PLC for issuing misleading statements

Following the poor performance of certain projects, Wood Group’s accounting judgements were inappropriately influenced by its desire to maintain previously stated financial results.

The President of the European Commission and the President of the Swiss Confederation sign a broad package of EU-Switzerland agreements

Additionally, it will ensure more consistent rules for individuals who live, work, or study across the EU-Swiss border.

New investment funds drive reduction in costs to investors

This eighth Costs and Performance report shows that ongoing costs in the EU continued to decline in 2024.

New UK ETA and carrier liability rules: what travellers need to know

Employers should ensure that they review updated travel guidance

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