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Despite the clear direction set by AMLR, the new requirements for AFC risk assessments are causing headaches in everyday practice. Data silos, system discontinuities (Excel), missing audit trails, annual project cycles, and unclear responsibilities are complicating implementation. Part 2 of our blog series looks at the practical hurdles.
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Becoming a member of the board requires more than just leadership experience. Find out what technical requirements the KWG and MaRisk stipulate – and what else really matters in practice.
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E-invoicing is gradually becoming a regulatory requirement in Germany—receipt has been possible since 2025, and issuance will be mandatory starting in 2027/2028. For banks and PSPs, this is a strategic game-changer, as invoices become operational process data—and thus the data anchor for invoice-to-pay, cash visibility, automated reconciliation, and new payment services.
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DORA, the EU AI Act and rising vendor-risk requirements are putting the technology stacks of European fintechs under institutional scrutiny. The key question is whether infrastructure, data and AI dependencies are governable, auditable and resilient.
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Connecting Scandinavia in your ERP – with ISO 20022 and structured payment references. How Nordic payment systems work in practice.
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The art of modern banking is a campaign through which we are exploring new, creative approaches to banking and adopting fresh perspectives on the future of banking. Unusual – but only at first glance. On closer inspection, it becomes clear that in an increasingly complex financial world, traditional ways of thinking are no longer enough; instead, creativity, courage and a shift in mindset are crucial. Embrace this new perspective and discover the art of modern banking.
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Geopolitical risks are having a greater impact on the eurozone than on the US. For banks, this increases inflation, market and credit risks. Geopolitics is therefore becoming a permanent factor in risk management, scenario planning and early warning systems.
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A comparison for retailers, payment service providers and banks The digital euro is drawing nearer. The aim is to prepare Europe for its launch by 2029. The question now is how a digital euro will be integrated into existing payment ecosystems – and what added value it can offer compared to established payment methods. An analysis of the key aspects from the perspective of merchants and PSPs: costs, customer engagement, regulation, technology, competition and practical implementation issues.