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Regulated Market Infrastructure

Definition

The foundational systems, platforms, and legal frameworks that govern the issuance, trading, clearing, settlement, and custody of financial instruments, operating under the oversight of governmental authorities. In the digital asset context, this refers to specialized exchanges, custodians, and settlement layers designed to comply with existing financial regulations. Regulated market infrastructure aims to provide investor protection, market integrity, and systemic stability for digital assets, similar to traditional capital markets. It seeks to bridge the gap between decentralized innovation and established financial governance.