This video brings to life the groundbreaking research project by Steven Ongena, Reint Gropp, Thomas Mosk, Ines Simac, and Carlo Wix, titled “Supranational Rules, National Discretion: Increasing versus Inflating Regulatory Bank Capital.” Through clear animations and accessible storytelling, it explores the complex dynamics between supranational banking regulations and national discretion, shedding light on how banks manage regulatory capital. Designed for academics, policymakers, and finance professionals, this video simplifies intricate concepts while maintaining the depth and rigor of the original research. A must-watch for anyone interested in banking regulation, financial policy, and economic research.