From 2 August 2026, Article 50 of the EU AI Act introduces specific transparency obligations for chatbots, AI-generated content, deepfakes and certain other AI systems. This article explains the structure, roles and key compliance questions.

The VSME Reporting Standard makes sustainability reporting simpler for SMEs, but the reporting requirements still differ between businesses. This article explains what changes and what organisations should consider.

A subsidy is not an objective in itself. This article explains how businesses should assess subsidies based on their contribution to strategic objectives, investment decisions and long-term value creation rather than the application process alone.

This article explores why inclusion remains relevant for governance and supervision when rules, reports and KPIs are no longer enough. It shows how professional judgement helps boards and supervisory directors assess inclusion beyond compliance, reporting obligations and measurable indicators.

The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is transforming packaging compliance across Europe. This article explains how organisations can translate legal obligations into practical business processes, governance and implementation.

Practical insights into risk profiling under anti-money laundering and sanctions legislation. Learn how organisations can prevent discrimination and unintended consequences while maintaining effective compliance and governance.

ESMA’s 2025 Common Supervisory Action identifies structural weaknesses in compliance and internal audit functions. This article explains the findings, their impact on governance and what investment firms should do to strengthen their control framework.

The Dutch Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has published practical guidance on the EU Data Act. This article explains the key data sharing obligations, the role of the ACM and what organisations should do to prepare for compliance.

DUFINCO explains how a subsidy strategy can support investments, innovation and implementation by linking funding opportunities to business objectives.

Inclusion is more than representation. This article explores why inclusive governance is becoming a critical element of effective supervisory oversight and decision-making.

Compare SBTi vs SME Climate Hub and discover which climate framework best fits your organisation, sustainability strategy, reporting requirements and net-zero ambitions.

The European packaging framework is changing rapidly. This article explains what the PPWR and the Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUP) mean for organisations and how these rules affect strategy, compliance and business operations.

Miranda Haak is interviewed by Ronnie Overgoor. Sustainability remains a guiding principle — even as regulation evolves During the presentation of the Best Sustainable Product of the Year 2025–2026, Miranda Haak, founder and owner of Dufinco, once again had the honour of announcing the winners. The competition, organised by Q&A Insights and Consumer Contest Company, shows that sustainability is playing an increasingly important role in consumer behaviour and in the strategic

Written by: Miranda Haak and Christiaan Mulder Voluntary reporting, strategic thinking ahead A growing number of organisations are keen...

New ESMA guidelines raise the bar for funds with sustainability in their name Investors and regulators increasingly demand clarity: when can a fund truly be called ‘sustainable’ or ‘ESG’? The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued a clear answer. Since November 2024, new guidelines on fund names have applied to all newly created funds. And importantly: as of 21 May 2025, these rules will also become mandatory for all existing funds. What do the guideline

Introduction On February 26, 2025 , the European Commission published the first two Omnibus legislative packages . The aim of these...

The European Commission (EC) published a new strategy for sustainable finance on 6 July. It aims to make the financial system in the...

INTRODUCTION The presentation of the Best Sustainable Product of the Year 2024-2025 is a great opportunity to reflect on the progress of...