The EBA publishes its 2026 Work Programme and takes action for a more efficient regulatory and supervisory framework in the EU
The 2026 Work Programme builds around three priorities: i) developing a rulebook which contributes to an efficient, resilient and sustainable single market; ii) performing risk assessments with tools, data and methodologies which support effective analysis, supervision and oversight; iii) tackling innovation to enhance the technological capacity of all stakeholders. 2026 will mark an important milestone for the EBA, as the Authority will embark on its oversight and supervisory functions arising from new responsibilities over critical third-party providers (DORA), issuers of crypto assets (MICA), and the use of initial margin models (EMIR). On the other hand, the anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) responsibilities it has exerted since 2020 will have been transferred to the newly established Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA).