Beyond Solvency II: Risk, Resilience, Insurance At a recent GDV event in Brussels, policymakers, regulatory experts, and insurance specialists reflected on Solvency II. Article Regulation Last update date: 11/09/2026
European Commission developing a Framework for Climate Resilience Businesses and society need to adapt more effectively to the growing impacts of climate change. The European Commission is therefore developing a European framework for climate resilience and risk management to support Member States in taking a systematic and effective approach to climate adaptation. As comprehensive risk partners, insurers... (more) Article Sustainability Regulation Last update date: 20/08/2026
EUDI Wallet functions: Your wallet moves to your smartphone GDV provides an overview of the EUDI Wallet's functionality. The legally valid digital signature is the first step toward digital services and applications. Article Digitalisation Society Last update date: 03/08/2026
Questions and Answers on the debate over compulsory natural catastrophe insurance A debate is currently underway regarding mandatory natural disaster insurance, and the Federal Ministry of Justice and Consumer Protection (BMJV) is set to release its first discussion paper on the topic shortly. The insurance industry warns against viewing mandatory insurance as a simple solution to growing natural hazards. (more) Article Natural hazards Climate Property & casualty Last update date: 23/07/2026
EU Action Plan on Cybersecurity and AI: Insurers welcome the initiative but warn against regulatory duplication The EU action plan supports Europe's digital sovereignty. It should complement existing requirements, not create new regulatory frameworks. Article Cybersecurity Digitalisation Last update date: 10/07/2026
Michael Wiesner on cyber risks for SMEs: “Those who stand still today will fall behind tomorrow” Cybersecurity expert Michael Wiesner discusses the biggest weaknesses in IT security and explains where companies need to take action now. Article Digitalisation Cybersecurity Last update date: 10/07/2026
Europe’s Affordable Housing Agenda: Insurers as Partners in Delivery The GDV hosted a panel discussion on the role of insurers in addressing the European housing crisis. Article Economy Last update date: 03/07/2026
Closing the Pension Gap & Investing in Europe’s Future GDV co-hosted with the EP’s 'Investment for a Competitive and Sustainable EU Intergroup' the event “Closing the Pension Gap & Investing in Europe’s Future”. Article Economy Last update date: 30/06/2026
Conference on Insurance Regulation: financial stability experts praise the sector’s resilience At the GDV Conference on Insurance Regulation, European supervisors stressed that financial resilience remains strong, but so do the risks. Article Regulation Economy Last update date: 24/06/2026
