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The MiCA framework mandates a unified CASP licensing and operational standard, fundamentally reshaping market access and compliance architecture across all member states.

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European Banking Authority Confirms MiCA Stablecoin Dual Licensing Mandate

EBA guidance mandates dual MiCA and PSD2 licensing for e-money token services, escalating compliance costs by March 2026.

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ASIC Mandates Licensing for Digital Asset Wallets and Tokenized Products

Compliance teams must immediately initiate AFSL applications and integrate AFCA dispute resolution protocols, leveraging the June 2026 transition window.

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European Commission Proposes ESMA Oversight Expansion for Critical Crypto Exchanges

The European Commission's push for centralized ESMA oversight of cross-border critical crypto entities mandates a unified, high-standard compliance architecture across the EU.

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UK Government Publishes Legislation Draft Integrating Crypto into Existing Financial Law

The UK's integration of core crypto activities into the FSMA framework mandates a fundamental overhaul of CASP compliance and operational resilience systems.

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European Union Mandates Full MiCA Licensing for All Crypto Asset Service Providers

CASPs must immediately operationalize MiCA's full licensing, governance, and capital requirements to secure EU market access by the December 30 deadline.

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Australian Regulator Classifies Stablecoins and Wrapped Tokens as Financial Products

The new guidance mandates AFSL licensing and AFCA membership for digital asset providers, requiring immediate compliance framework updates to leverage the June 2026 no-action window.

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European Union MiCA Regulation Mandates Full Licensing for Crypto Asset Service Providers

Firms must now operationalize MiCA's unified CASP license and market integrity standards to secure cross-border EU market access.

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UK Government Integrates Core Crypto Activities into Financial Services Law

The integration of crypto activities into the FSMA perimeter mandates a systemic overhaul of compliance, governance, and capital controls for UK market access.

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HM Treasury Drafts Legislation Bringing Crypto Activities under UK Financial Law

The UK's formal integration of digital assets into FSMA mandates a fundamental overhaul of compliance and operational frameworks for all market participants.

Prudential Requirements

European Union Finalizes MiCA Framework Mandating Unified Digital Asset Regulation