About the Regulatory Blog and our contributors
The Regulatory Blog is an informal and up to date news and information service of key regulatory developments in our jurisdictions: the BVI, the Cayman Islands, Anguilla, Bermuda, Cyprus, and Luxembourg. We intend to include the latest financial services, anti-money laundering, sanctions and related developments within our remit.
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CySEC mandatory survey for regulated entities active in crypto-assets
On 26 June 2024, the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission issued Circular 648 informing regulated entities about the notification procedure under Article 60 of Regulation 1114/2023 on markets in crypto-assets.
10 Jul 2024
CySEC seeks market input on MiCA fees and reporting requirements
On 26 June 2024, the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) released a Consultation Paper (CP-01-2024) to gather feedback on the proposed fees for actions taken by entities in relation to Regulation 1114/2023 on markets in crypto-assets (MiCA Regulation).
09 Jul 2024
ESMA publishes final report on crypto-asset service providers’ conflict of interest rules
On 31 May 2024, the European Securities and Markets Authority released its final report on draft regulatory technical standards on conflicts of interest rules for crypto-asset service providers under the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation.
17 Jun 2024
EBA publishes final set draft technical standards for asset-referenced tokens under MiCAR
On 7 May 2024, the European Banking Authority released three sets of final draft regulatory technical standards and one set of final draft implementing technical standards relating to asset-referenced tokens under the Markets in Crypto-assets Regulation.
28 May 2024
ESMA Report: Understanding crypto asset markets and implications for EU regulation
On 10 April 2024, the European Securities and Markets Authority published an extensive article “Crypto assets: Market structures and EU relevance” offering a comprehensive analysis of trends within secondary markets for crypto assets.
07 May 2024
Streamlining licensing for Cyprus Investment Firms – MiFID II and MiCA
At present, Cyprus-based crypto exchanges that wish to provide services both in relation to spot crypto products and financial instruments such as crypto derivatives are subject to dual-licensing under the local AML legislation and the traditional investment services regime implementing EU Directive 2014/65/EU. The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission administers both regimes.
25 Apr 2024
ESMA releases third consultation package on MiCA
On 25 March 2024, the European Securities and Markets Authority released its third consultation package concerning the regulation of Markets in Crypto-Assets.
05 Apr 2024
Introducing the Harneys MiCA Assessment Tool: A guide to navigate EU crypto regulations
With the rules in EU Regulation 1114/2023 on markets in crypto-assets (MiCA) becoming applicable by the end of 2024, staying compliant is crucial for businesses operating within the European Union/the European Economic Area (EEA). To assist crypto-industry participants in understanding their regulatory obligations under MiCA, Harneys proudly presents its new MiCA Assessment Tool.
25 Mar 2024
ESMA consults on essential MiCA draft guidelines: Reverse solicitation and financial instruments
On 29 January 2024, the European Securities and Markets Authority published two consultation papers relating to draft guidelines proposed to be issued under Regulation 2023/1114 on markets in crypto-assets.
09 Feb 2024