StanChart joins ESMA’s first MiCA register update since deadline
In recent developments, eSMA publishes its first post-deadline MiCA register update, adding 37 crypto-asset service providers, including Standard Chartered and FalconX. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as…
ESMA MiCA warning puts Binance EU service changes under scrutiny
In recent developments, eSMA said EU crypto clients must be served through a MiCA-authorized entity as Binance faces questions over its servicing model in the region after the MiCA deadline.…
ESMA Tells Unauthorized Crypto Firms to Wind Down as MiCA Deadline Hits in 3 …
In recent developments, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has directed unauthorized crypto asset service providers to stop accepting new EU clients and begin exiting the market before MiCA’s…
Centralizing crypto: Why Malta’s clash with ESMA is about more than one sma…
In recent developments, a plan to move supervision of major crypto asset service providers to the France-based ESMA is testing MiCA’s balance between EU-level control and national-level decision-making. Looking closer,…
Italy’s CONSOB puts ‘finfluencers’ on notice amid ESMA’s crypto risk …
In recent developments, italy’s securities regulator shared ESMA’s finfluencer factsheet, warning social media promoters that EU rules on investment recommendations and advertising apply to crypto. Looking closer, market participants highlight…
Europe reconsiders crypto oversight as ESMA centralization gains momentum
In recent developments, as MiCA enters its implementation phase, uneven enforcement across the EU is reigniting debate over whether crypto supervision should move from national regulators to ESMA. Looking closer,…
EU plan boosts ESMA powers over crypto and capital markets
In recent developments, the European Commission plans to expand ESMA oversight of MiCA crypto companies and trading venues, aiming to streamline EU markets and narrow the gap with the US.…
EU plan to centralize crypto oversight under ESMA dividing the industry
In recent developments, extending ESMA jurisdiction to include financial markets threatens to slow innovation for crypto and fintech companies, but some policy experts see a silver lining. Looking closer, market…
