How MiCA forced crypto market to adapt in Europe

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The post ESMA Reviews Crypto Custody Security Under EU Rules appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), a key EU regulator supporting the implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework, is launching a dedicated process for reviewing crypto custody providers. ESMA plans to conduct a common supervisory action (CSA) focused on the operational resilience of crypto-asset service providers (CASPs), with a specific emphasis on custody services, according to an official announcement on Wednesday. “The CSA will assess the maturity of CASPs’ digital operational resilience frameworks in relation to custody activities,” ESMA said, adding that the reviews will focus on areas including key and storage management, alongside other operational risks. The move comes shortly after the end of MiCA’s transition phase on July 1, prompting increased attention to how EU authorities will supervise compliance with the new framework, including pote

The post OKX Founder Confirms New Authorization in Europe appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. OKX to operate under MiFID framework  OKX unveils new money app in Europe  OKX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has continued to push for wider expansion across the global space, providing services that extend beyond crypto trading. In a recent post shared by its founder, Star Xu, on Wednesday, July 8, the founder confirmed a new regulatory authorization that allows it to expand its services in Europe. OKX to operate under MiFID framework  In his recent statement, Xu revealed that OKX will begin to offer crypto, commodity, and equity derivatives under the European MiFID framework. Ripple-Operated Rail Dropped by Major Software Company XRP, Shiba Inu (SHIB), Solana (SOL) and Bitcoin (BTC) Price Analysis for June 8: Momentum Is Not Fueled Yet While this marks a major milestone for the fast-growing cryptocurrency exchange, the move further strengthens its presence in Europe, while positioning

The post How MiCA forced crypto market to adapt in Europe appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. MiCA’s full implementation has reshaped Europe’s crypto market, with hundreds of firms securing CASP licenses while many others exited or restructured. Summary MiCA leaves just 244 licensed crypto firms operating in the EU as thousands exit the market or suspend services after the July deadline. Europe’s MiCA rules reshape the crypto industry, with only 244 firms securing CASP licenses as stricter compliance takes effect. The EU’s MiCA framework causes a major crypto market shake-up, leaving hundreds licensed while thousands face closures or restructuring. Overnight, MiCA wiped out 80% of the 3000+ companies with VASP licensing from the European crypto market. Only a handful of companies survived, around 244 as of today. So, what did the rest of 270

The post XRP Gains Regulated Rails as Ledger Upgrade Lags appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The XRP Ledger’s v3.2.0 rollout has cleared a key validator milestone, with 31 of 35 validators on the default Unique Node List running the new software, but broader node adoption still lags. The gap matters because XRP-related infrastructure is expanding in Japan and Europe at the same time, putting more pressure on the network’s core software and amendment process to keep pace. Summary XRPL v3.2.0 is already running on about 89% of the default UNL validator set. Only about 43% of active nodes have upgraded, showing slower broader network migration. The bundled security amendment is still in voting and requires sustained validator support. Japan’s SBI and Europe’s Clearstream show XRP-related infrastructure moving deeper into regulated finance. The Real Story Is Infrastructure Readiness The important point is not simply that the XRP Ledger has a new software version. The bigger issue is whet

ESMA's review under MiCA could enhance crypto market integrity and investor protection, influencing digital asset valuations and regulatory trends. The post ESMA to review crypto custody providers under MiCA framework appeared first on Crypto Briefing.