Key Takeaways Crypto ownership in the UK has grown to 12% of the adult population, up from 10% last year, as per new research from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Awareness of cryptocurrencies also reached 93% of UK adults, reflecting…
Key Takeaways With the European MiCA Regulation’s provisions on crypto-asset services coming into force, the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) has begun accepting applications for authorization to become a crypto-asset service provider. Starting July 1, 2024, firms offering any of…
The ESMA has released a new Opinion outlining the severe risks associated with international crypto companies that apply for partial authorization under the MiCA regulation.
Under the MiCA regulation, the EBA has published a complete set of technical standards and guidelines that offer regulatory guidance for EMTs and ARTs throughout Europe.
Key Takeaways Leading crypto exchange Binance is making significant changes to its platform in a bid to comply with the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. The deadline for complying with the MiCA provisions is Dec. 30, 2024, although clauses related…
Key Takeaways Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has stated that it has no plans” to delist Tether (USDT) in Europe . This development comes amid reports surfacing that the firm was “actively reviewing” the decision to remain legally compliant with MiCA. Mark…
Key Takeaways The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has taken a significant step in shaping the regulatory landscape for crypto assets in the European Union (EU). In two consultation papers released on January 29, ESMA focused on creating standards…
Key Takeaways The European Union’s push for comprehensive crypto regulation took center stage as the European Banking Authority (EBA) held a public hearing to deliberate on proposed operational guidelines for stablecoin issuers under the upcoming Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA)…
Key Takeaways The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has taken another significant step in the regulation of crypto assets by launching its second consultation paper on the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA). MiCA, which was approved in April,…
Key takeaways: Malta, renowned for its crypto-friendly stance, is preparing to overhaul its cryptocurrency regulations in harmony with the European Union’s MiCA framework, set to take effect in 2024. These upcoming regulations represent a significant milestone as they will become…
