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DORA READY in Three Days 1. Seminar Overview The seminar „DORA READY in Three Days“ is designed to prepare you for the requirements of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). You will learn how to implement a robust ICT risk management system, effectively handle ICT-related incidents, and conduct resilience testing. Our experienced speakers deliver practical and in-depth insights. 2. Seminar Objectives 3. Target Audience This seminar is aimed at: 4. Seminar Agenda Day 1: Introduction and Basics Day 2: ICT Risk Management and Incident Handling Day 3: Resilience Testing and Third-Party Management 5. Locations and Dates The seminar is offered in the following cities: DatesRead More →

What Are the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS)? The Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (the IIA) are a unified set of principles and guidelines designed to elevate the internal audit profession. Developed by leading experts and backed by the International Internal Audit Institute (IIAI), these standards serve as a roadmap for internal auditors to enhance their practices, ensure organizational alignment, and deliver value-added insights. The GIAS focus on five core domains: Each domain includes principles, standards, and actionable evidence to ensure conformance, providing a clear benchmark for auditors, boards, and organizations. What Does the Checklist Contain? To ensureRead More →

MiCAR: Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR), formally known as Regulation (EU) 2023/1114, represents a groundbreaking development in the European Union’s efforts to regulate the rapidly evolving crypto-asset market. Adopted on 31 May 2023, MiCAR establishes a comprehensive and harmonized legal framework for crypto-assets, issuers, and service providers across all EU Member States. This regulation addresses the urgent need for consumer protection, market integrity, and financial stability in an increasingly digitized financial landscape. A Unified Approach to Crypto-Asset Regulation MiCAR replaces fragmented national regulations with a single, directly applicable framework, offering much-needed legal clarity for businesses operating in the EU. By aligning withRead More →

DORA: Regulation (EU) 2022/2554 The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), formally known as Regulation (EU) 2022/2554, represents a landmark initiative in the European Union’s mission to ensure the financial sector’s resilience against digital threats and ICT disruptions. Adopted on 27 December 2022, DORA establishes a harmonized and directly applicable framework for managing ICT risks across all EU Member States. Replacing fragmented national standards, DORA is integral to the EU’s broader strategy to enhance the digital operational resilience of financial entities, ensuring that the financial system remains robust against evolving cyber threats and technological challenges. Recitals – Goals The recitals of Regulation (EU) 2022/2554 (DORA) establishRead More →

AMLR: Regulation (EU) 2024/1624 The European Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR), formally known as Regulation (EU) 2024/1624, marks a milestone in the European Union’s efforts to combat money laundering (ML) and terrorist financing (TF). Adopted on 31 May 2024, this regulation establishes a harmonized and directly applicable legal framework across all EU Member States, replacing fragmented national approaches under prior directives. AMLR is a critical part of the EU’s broader strategy to strengthen the resilience of the financial system against criminal misuse. Recitals – Goals Articles – To Do’s Chapter I – General ProvisionsSection 1 – Subject Matter and DefinitionsArticle 1 – Subject MatterImplement a harmonizedRead More →