1. A government agency or official body responsible for establishing and enforcing rules and standards in a specific industry or sector
The regulatory authority approved the new medication after extensive testing.
A autoridade reguladora aprovou o novo medicamento após testes extensivos.
2. An independent organization empowered to supervise and control activities within its jurisdiction to protect public interest
The financial regulatory authority monitors banking practices to prevent fraud.
A autoridade reguladora financeira monitora as práticas bancárias para prevenir fraudes.