Mon, 08 Nov 2021 10:17:51 GMT Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/ In the context of the implementation of the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCAR), De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) is making a limited amendment to the existing FINREP reporting framework. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2026/limited-amendment-to-existing-finrep-reporting-in-relation-to-micar/ To facilitate a smooth licensing process, De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) has further clarified and updated the explanatory notes to the licence application forms for payment service providers and electronic money institutions. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2026/revised-explanatory-notes-to-the-licence-application-form-for-payment-service-providers-and-electronic-money-institutions/ The resolution of a payment or electronic money institution (hereinafter: payment institutions) entails many operational, legal and financial challenges, particularly if the institution makes extensive use of agents or outsourcing partners. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2026/review-exit-plans-for-payment-and-electronic-money-institutions/ FATF released an update of its ‘grey’ and ‘black’ lists. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2025/q4/update-fatf-warning-lists-october-2025/ The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) released two documents, indicating jurisdictions with strategic deficiencies in their anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) regimes. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:24:39 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/fatf-warning-lists-june-2021-update/ DNB & the AFM jointly inform you about the state of affairs regarding the European sanctions against Russia. This news item only relates to new sanctions and/or changes to existing sanctions regimes concerning the situation in Ukraine. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:20:18 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/dnb-afm-sanctions-alert-state-of-affairs-concerning-russia-and-ukraine-24-february-2022/ Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:17:25 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/fatf-warning-lists-march-2021-update/ DNB will organize a physical information session about fit and proper assessments on Tuesday 18th November from 3:00-4:45 PM CET. Please note that this session will only be held in Dutch. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2025/q4/information-session-about-fit-and-proper-assessments-dnb-on-tuesday-18th-november/ DNB has published an updated guide to help financial institutions strengthen their approach to climate and nature-related risks. The guide includes new practical examples, such as how to manage nature-related risks and how to integrate climate action plans into risk management. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2025/q3/updated-guide-to-managing-climate-and-nature-related-risk-also-available-in-english/ On Tuesday, 27 May from 15:00-16:45, DNB will organise an online information session about fit and proper assessments.   Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:04:51 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2025/q2/information-session-about-dnb-s-fit-and-proper-assessments-on-tuesday-27-may/ Since the entry into force of DORA, financial institutions must keep a register of information on all contractual agreements on the use of ICT services provided by third-party providers (DORA, Article 28(3)). T Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2025/dora-reporting-dora-registers-of-information-in-april-2025/ DNB has recently amended the suitability matrix for banks, insurers, payment institutions, investment holding companies, exchange institutions, electronic money institutions, central clearing counterparties, clearing institutions and payment processing service providers. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:19:33 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2025/update-suitability-matrix-fit-and-proper-assessments/ Starting January 9, 2025, DNB will request information on potential conflicts of interest through the fit and proper assessments application form. Thu, 09 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2025/fit-and-proper-assessments-additional-questions-on-potential-conflicts-of-interest/ On Tuesday 5th November from 3:00-4:45 PM CET DNB will organize a physical information session about fit and proper assessments. Tue, 15 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2024/information-session-about-fit-and-proper-assessments-dnb-november/ Embedded finance offers customers the convenience of in-app payment options and on-the-spot insurance. This seamless integration of financial services, available exactly when and where they are needed, makes life simpler. But this innovation also entails new risks. Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2024/embedded-finance-striking-a-balance-between-convenience-and-risk-in-the-digital-economy/ On Tuesday 28th May from 3:00-4:45 PM CET DNB will organize an online information session about fit and proper assessments. Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2024/information-session-about-fit-and-proper-assessments-dnb/ Based on self-assessments and examinations, we have assessed how effectively banks and payment institutions are managing cyber risk. We observed three areas that currently need additional attention. Thu, 08 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2023/how-effectively-do-banks-and-payment-institutions-manage-cyber-risk/ DNB has conducted a series of examinations to assess financial institutions’ compliance with sanctions regulations and, more specifically, whether their compliance operations are fit for purpose. We are happy to share the results of these investigations. Wed, 31 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2023/sanctions-act-examinations-room-for-improvement-but-sector-shows-strong-commitment-to-compliance/ Did you know that you can track the status of your assessment application in My DNB? As of 11 May 2023 you can see the status of your assessment application in My DNB – Supervisory Applications Service. Thu, 11 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2023/new-status-of-your-assessment-application-with-dnb/ De Nederlandsche Bank’s (DNB) new Guide to managing climate and environmental risks provides the financial sector with focal points and good practices. The Guide incorporates feedback from the sector and NGOs collected during the consultation round. Thu, 30 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2023/dnb-publishes-supervisory-approach-for-climate-and-environmental-risk-management/ On 21 March, an online demo of the new qualitative surveys service will take place at 16:00h. Tue, 14 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2023/join-us-for-the-online-demo-qualitative-surveys-service/ The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) released two documents, indicating jurisdictions with strategic deficiencies in their anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) regimes. Tue, 07 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2023/fatf-warning-lists-february-2023-update/ De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) assesses incumbent and prospective policymakers, such as management and supervisory board members, for fitness to fulfil their duties and whether their propriety is beyond doubt. In conducting our assessments, we also take any antecedents into account. Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2023/continuous-notification-requirement-for-antecedents/ The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) released two documents, indicating jurisdictions with strategic deficiencies in their anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) regimes. Wed, 26 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/fatf-warning-lists-october-2022-update/ The consultation version of the "Guide to managing climate and environmental risks" was released on 24 October 2022 in Dutch. Now also the English translation is published. Market participants have until 18 December 2022 to respond to this version. Mon, 24 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/consultation-on-the-guide-to-managing-climate-and-environmental-risks/ On 6 October 2022, the European Union imposed new sanctions against Russia. As this is an extraordinary situation, we are providing a brief explanation in this news release. Below, we discuss the sanctions in force on 7 October 2022 at the time of writing. Thu, 13 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/sanctions-against-russia-status-7-october-2022/ Previous DNB policy statements may be read to mean that, in the context of sanctions screening, not all relationships must be screened. This is an incorrect conclusion, and DNB will therefore amend the relevant policy statements shortly. Fri, 16 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/sanctions-screening/ DNB and the AFM jointly inform you about the state of affairs regarding the European sanctions. This news item only relates to new sanctions and/or changes to existing sanctions regimes concerning the situation in Ukraine. Thu, 14 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/dnb-afm-sanctions-alert-state-of-affairs-concerning-russia-and-ukraine-14-april-2022/ On 8 April 2022, the European Union imposed new sanctions against Belarus and Russia. As this is an extraordinary situation, we are providing a brief explanation in this news release. Below, we discuss the sanctions in force at the time of posting of this news release. Tue, 12 Apr 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/sanctions-against-russia-status-12-april/ DNB considers information security and the associated cyber risks to be one of the key strategic risks in financial institutions. Currently Many institutions and security providers warn of an increased cyberthreat to Western vital organisations. Tue, 22 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/dnb-shares-cybersecurity-observations-in-annual-information-security-monitor-2021/ All sanctions list hits must be reported to DNB, not just freeze transactions/sanctions. In this update, we will further discuss the 15 March 2022 sanctions package. Thu, 17 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/sanctions-against-russia-update-status-17-march/ The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) released two documents, indicating jurisdictions with strategic deficiencies in their anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) regimes. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/fatf-warning-lists-march-2022-update/ The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) released two documents, indicating jurisdictions with strategic deficiencies in their anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) regimes. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/fatf-warning-lists-june-2022-update/ What are the obligations for complying with the Sanctions Act and what should you do if you encounter a hit? Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/what-does-dnb-expect-institutions-to-do-if-they-encounter-a-hit/ On 28 February and 2 March 2022, the EU imposed new sanctions against Russia. As this is an extraordinary situation, we are providing a brief explanation in this news release. Below, we discuss the sanctions in force on 4 March 2022 at the time of dispatch. Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/sanctions-against-russia-status-4-march/ On 9 March 2022, the European Union imposed new sanctions against Belarus and Russia. As this is an extraordinary situation, we are providing a brief explanation in this newsletter. Below, we discuss the sanctions in force on 11 March 2022 at the time of dispatch. Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/supervision-2022/sanctions-against-belarus-and-russia-status-11-march/ The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) released two documents, indicating jurisdictions with strategic deficiencies in their anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) regimes. Wed, 27 Oct 2021 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/fatf-warning-lists-october-2021-update/ Innovation, technological developments and the emergence of new market participants are radically changing the financial sector. Mon, 02 Aug 2021 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/innovation-and-regulation-opportunities-and-obstacles/ Wed, 30 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/fatf-warning-lists-december-2020-update/ Thu, 09 Apr 2020 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/fatf-warning-lists-february-2020-update/ Mon, 28 Oct 2019 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/fatf-warning-lists-october-2019-update/ Thu, 27 Jun 2019 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dnb.nl/en/sector-news/fatf-warninglists-update-june-2019/