EuropeanIssuers is advocating for publicly quoted companies across Europe, with a sharp focus on EU Sustainable Finance legislation. The ECIIA is a member of their ESG Committee. On December 2, 2024, EuropeanIssuers hosted over 130 sustainability experts, featuring distinguished speakers from listed companies, EU institutions, stock exchanges, investors, and auditors. The debate has been about […]
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has opened a public consultation on its draft Guidelines for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) scenario analysis. This consultation focuses on helping financial institutions improve their resilience against ESG-related risks by adopting forward-looking scenario analysis in their management frameworks. These Guidelines build on the existing EBA Guidelines for ESG risk management, released […]
With the rise of artificial intelligence in business, new regulations are being passed to mitigate its privacy, data security, and ethical risks. One of the most high-profile and comprehensive is the EU’s AI Act. The new Act assigns AI applications to three risk categories and obliges providers of high-risk systems to adhere to a series […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries, and with this transformation comes the need for robust regulations to mitigate risks and uphold ethical standards. The European Union’s AI Act, effective August 2024, introduces a framework to ensure AI systems align with fundamental rights and foster trust in innovation. Internal auditors have a vital role in helping […]
ECIIA has reviewed the article “Beyond the Financial Balance Sheet: Embracing the Triple Bottom Line for Sustainable Business Success” by Audrey-Flore Ngomsik and Leen Vermeersch and shared insights. The article explores how businesses can rethink financial strategies by integrating sustainability factors alongside profit considerations. Key Insights from the Article The authors propose rethinking traditional financial […]
