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EU ‘Crypto Security’ Debate Turns New MiCA Law on Its Head

[Jun 6, 2023 7:00 AM] An EU study published last week has reopened a debate over whether digital assets should be regulated as securities – though lawmakers appear to favor a tailored approach.

Treat Crypto as Securities by Default, European Parliament Study Says

[Jun 1, 2023 4:35 AM] Landmark new crypto laws under MiCA may have few short-term benefits without further steps, the report commissioned by EU lawmakers says

EU officials sign Markets in Crypto-Assets framework into law

[May 31, 2023 1:15 PM] First introduced in 2020, MiCA aims to create a consistent regulatory framework for crypto assets among the European Union member states.

EU Formally Signs New Crypto Licensing, Money Laundering Rules Into Law

[May 31, 2023 10:00 AM] The MiCA law is set to make the bloc the first major jurisdiction with tailored crypto regulations.

The EU is watching your wallet, but it still beats the US for crypto

[May 29, 2023 11:24 AM] Europe is requiring crypto wallet providers to track every move you make, but companies should still consider the region for its regulatory clarity.

EU Securities Watchdog ESMA Warns of Unregulated Crypto, Gold Investment Offerings

[May 27, 2023 10:00 PM] The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued a warning regarding investments in assets like cryptocurrencies. They will remain unregulated in most countries until the EU’s Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) law is enforced across…

EU Investment Firms Should Clearly State Crypto Is Unregulated, Watchdog Says

[May 26, 2023 2:47 AM] Companies that market crypto alongside traditional securities might mislead consumers about access to fair advice and compensation, the European Securities and Markets Authority worries.

Crypto firm Gemini picks Ireland as European base amid US crypto blues

[May 25, 2023 9:47 PM] Cameron Winklevoss has predicted a “Cambrian explosion” in European innovation once regulations are rolled out.

Norway could go its own way on crypto asset regulation, central bank suggests

[May 25, 2023 2:00 PM] International regulation may be too slow and may represent interests that are not in line with Norway’s, Norges Bank suggests in an annual report.

Blockchain technology platform Bakkt looks toward Europe after MiCA

[May 19, 2023 4:00 PM] Bakkt’s chief product officer, Dan O’Prey, expressed his optimism about the future of Bitcoin and the company’s outlook on regulated markets when he chatted with Cointelegraph at Bitcoin 2023.

EU Council Adopts New Rules for Europe’s Crypto Markets

[May 17, 2023 9:30 PM] The Council of the European Union has given its final approval to new regulations for crypto assets and markets in the EU. The decision completes a lengthy and complex legislative process for what’s considered to be the world’s first comprehensive…

Updated European tax directive requires reporting on all crypto asset transfers

[May 16, 2023 11:12 AM] DAC8 extends tax reporting procedures to crypto transfers in line with the OECD crypto reporting framework and EU AML rules.

EU Council approves MiCA for clear crypto regulation

[May 16, 2023 3:39 AM] European Union Council finance ministers vote to adopt the continent’s Markets in Crypto-Assets legislation following unanimous approval of new legal frameworks.

EU’s Crypto Legal Framework Inches Towards Law With Finance Ministers’ Sign-Off

[May 16, 2023 2:28 AM] The landmark Markets in Crypto Assets regulation was given final approval by the EU’s Council, which also agreed a new law for sharing data on crypto tax holdings.

EU Could Veto Large Stablecoins During MiCA Approval Process, Regulator Signals

[May 11, 2023 4:40 AM] The European Banking Authority doesn’t want private crypto initiatives to threaten monetary policy privileges

3 takeaways from the European Union's MiCA regulations

[May 10, 2023 4:41 PM] The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation could stifle innovation and increase compliance costs for the crypto industry.

Estonia squeezes out 400 crypto firms after new laws

[May 8, 2023 10:47 PM] Estonia’s money laundering regulator highlighted a number of issues it found within local crypto firms, such as dodgy execs and nonsensical business plans.

Liechtenstein adapts blockchain laws to developing crypto landscape

[May 1, 2023 4:14 AM] Future regulation is intended to ensure uniform regulation for all European countries and covered participants.

Stablecoin Reserves Need to Be Diverse, EU Bank Agency Chief Says

[Apr 27, 2023 4:42 AM] The EBA’s José Manuel Campa urged crypto players to start managing risks right away as new norms bed in.

Europe ‘Ahead of the Game’ in Web3 After MiCA Law, U.S. House Finance Chair Says

[Apr 25, 2023 9:00 AM] Patrick McHenry is seeking to push his own stablecoin bill through Congress but faces Democrat skepticism

France mulls fast-tracking registered crypto firms to new EU rules

[Apr 24, 2023 9:09 PM] France's financial regulator is weighing up “fast track” options for registered firms so they can be compliant with MiCA rules as soon as possible.

Pan-European crypto regulation is almost here: Law Decoded, Apr 17–24

[Apr 24, 2023 10:45 AM] The Markets in Crypto-Assets Act, also known as MiCA, was finally passed by the European Parliament.

French Regulator Floats 'Fast-Track' Registration for Incumbents as MiCA Rules Bed in

[Apr 24, 2023 2:16 AM] EU countries are making the transition to a tough new crypto regime set by Brussels.

Ukraine to Adopt Europe’s Crypto Rules, Clarifies Taxation

[Apr 23, 2023 3:30 AM] Officials have revealed that Ukraine intends to implement the crypto market rules approved by the European Parliament. While the government is already moving in that direction, the tax service has issued a clarification regarding the taxation of…

With MiCA Past the Finish Line, UK's Crypto Industry Calls for Rules of Its Own

[Apr 21, 2023 9:17 AM] The finalization of the landmark law puts “significant pressure” on the U.K. to deliver its own crypto rules, one industry group said.

EU Parliament Greenlights Markets in Crypto Assets Law, Tracing Rules

[Apr 21, 2023 8:00 AM] Members of the European Parliament gave their final approval to a package of EU-wide regulations for crypto assets. The legislators also backed the introduction of mechanisms allowing the tracing of cryptocurrency transactions which will also apply…

EU Crypto Industry Applauds MiCA – But Looks to What’s Next

[Apr 21, 2023 4:23 AM] A Thursday vote sealed the deal on the long-awaited crypto law, but there’s still plenty of details to settle.

Industry leaders and policymakers react to passage of MiCA in EU

[Apr 20, 2023 12:43 PM] Many lauded the bill’s approval, suggesting that its anticipated passage could leave the United States at a disadvantage for attracting crypto firms and investments.

Why the EU Has MiCA and the U.S. Has Securities Law Confusion

[Apr 20, 2023 10:25 AM]

Is Europe’s MiCA a Template for Global Crypto Regulation?

[Apr 20, 2023 9:10 AM] Formally enacted today, the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation is the most comprehensive framework of its kind. How will it influence how non-EU states regulate digital assets?