The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) is reportedly advocating for mandatory external audits of cybersecurity defences within cryptocurrency companies, as outlined in a report by the Financial Times on Wednesday. Though specific sources weren't cited, the report suggests the ESMA is pushing for lawmakers in the European Union's parliament ...
21Shares, a Zurich-based asset management and investment firm, is urging the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) to introduce clearer guidelines regarding the inclusion of crypto assets in the UCITS (Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities) framework. In a press release published on October 7, the firm pointed out ...
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU's top financial regulator, has published a new report assessing the potential advantages and notable risks associated with the DeFi (Decentralized Finance) ecosystem. In the 22-page analysis, ESMA acknowledges the innovative aspects of DeFi in terms of financial accessibility, product diversity, and ...
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued a statement emphasizing the need for investment firms to inform their clients about the regulatory status of the products they offer. The European Union's financial regulatory body specifically addressed the issue of crypto assets and reminded companies that, despite ongoing regulatory ...
