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    Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation

    Are you prepared for the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation?

    Nasdaq Surveillance Solutions will help set you up for success before MiCA goes into effect.

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    What is MiCA?

    The EU recently passed the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation which will go into effect this year. The monumental vote will set global standards by establishing a regulatory framework that covers crypto-assets, crypto-assets issuers, and crypto-asset service providers.

    MiCA defines crypto assets as digital representations of value or rights that may be transferred and stored electronically. According to MiCA, crypto assets can be grouped into three categories: Utility Tokens, Asset-Referenced Tokens (ARTs), and Electronic Money Tokens (EMTs).

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    The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA)

    is preparing for the implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), which will enhance:

    • Safeguards for holders of crypto-assets and clients of crypto-asset service providers

    • Financial stability

    • Integrity of markets in crypto-assets that are not currently regulated by existing common European Union (EU) financial services legislation

    Learn more about MiCA implementation and ESMA's consultation packages.

    Who will face more stringent surveillance requirements when MiCA goes into effect?

    Firms trading EU issued crypto-assets

    Digital-Asset Exchanges and Marketplaces

    Market Regulators in the EU

    Start preparations now before MiCA goes into effect at the end of 2024.

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    MiCA: The Path the Compliance

    MiCA: The Path the Compliance

    Authorities worldwide have been developing a regulatory framework for crypto-assets. 
    Learn more about MiCA's phased approach and what your firm needs to have in place to be compliant by the December 2024 deadline.

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    Practical Guide Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) Regulation

    Practical Guide: Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) Regulation

    With MiCA regulation scheduled to go into effect in December, now is the time for crypto-asset market participants to implement technology and processes to monitor for market abuse, money laundering, and fraud. Access our practical guide to prepare for the upcoming MiCA regulation.

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    Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation: Implementation and Key Stages

    Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation: Implementation and Key Stages

    With MiCA regulation scheduled to go into effect in December, it is crucial for EU firms to implement the necessary technology and processes to ensure compliance and promote integrity in the crypto space. View our infographic to uncover key items your firm needs to know ahead of the upcoming MiCA deadline.

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    Market Integrity Under MiCA: A Recap with ESMA

    Nasdaq recently hosted a webinar with ESMA discussing the implications of the MiCA regulation, focusing on surveillance, compliance, and the broader capital market ecosystem. They highlighted the current trends in the crypto market, detailed the provisions and challenges of MiCA, and emphasized the role of ESMA in ensuring compliance and promoting common supervisory practices across the EU.

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