Preparing for MiCAR authorisation: key takeaways from the CBI’s “Path to Success” briefing

Cryptoasset service providers (CASPs) face a critical regulatory shift under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR). So, what will the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) expect from firms seeking authorisation? Read this article by Fred McDowell which provides key takeaways from the CBI’s briefing. Introduction The countdown is on. With MiCAR coming into force, compliance […]

All you need to know about MiCA and the licence application

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If you’re a cryptoasset service provider (CASP), you might be researching MiCA to understand what’s required of your business under the new regulation before applications open on 30 December 2024 for countries in the EU.  While the information available about the MiCA regulation is extensive, it can also lead to more confusion than clarity. For […]

MiCA: Paving the way for crypto regulation in the EU and beyond

New rules on markets in cryptoassets (MiCA) were adopted by the EU’s Council last month. This is a significant – and positive – development which brings a firm regulatory framework to the crypto sector in Europe for the first time. Its introduction also puts pressure on other countries to introduce similar regulation in the coming […]