CSDR Compliant

Definition ∞ CSDR Compliant refers to adherence to the Central Securities Depositories Regulation, a European Union legislative framework. This regulation aims to increase the safety and efficiency of securities settlement and custody within the EU. Compliance involves meeting specific requirements for settlement discipline, record-keeping, and operational resilience.
Context ∞ The current discussion around CSDR Compliant status in the digital asset space centers on how traditional securities regulations apply to tokenized securities and blockchain-based settlement systems. A key debate involves adapting existing frameworks to new technologies while maintaining regulatory objectives. Future developments will likely include updated interpretations or new regulations specifically addressing digital asset settlement and custody within the EU financial markets.