EBA consults on rules to further improve depositor protection under revised DGSD3
The European Banking Authority (EBA) launched four public consultations on proposed rules to strengthen depositor protection under the revised Deposit Guarantee Schemes Directive (DGSD3). The consultations cover Implementing Technical Standards on depositor information and information exchange, Regulatory Technical Standards on client funds treatment, and Guidelines on DGS investment of funds. Comments are due by 23 October 2026.
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