EMA response to AMLA Consultation on the draft ITS under Art. 15(3) AMLAR
The EMA submitted a response to the Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) Consultation on the draft ITS under Art. 15(3) AMLAR.
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EMA input for European Commission’s interim report on MiCAR
The EMA submitted a position paper to the European Commission on the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) interim report they are preparing for 30 June 2025.
Joint industry letter to ESMA and EU Commission on Authorisation Process for CASPs
The EMA co-signed a joint industry letter to ESMA and the European Commission on the authorisation process for Crypto Asset Service Providers (CASPs) under MiCA.
The letter addresses concerns over regulatory delays, inconsistent transitional measures, and potential service disruptions. It calls for harmonised authorisation requirements, extended transitional periods, and supervisory flexibility to ensure a smooth implementation of the MiCA framework, safeguarding consumer access and market stability.
Joint industry letter to the Commission on CESOP
The EMA co-signed an industry letter to the European Commission addressing challenges in implementing the Council Directive (EU) 2020/284 of 18 February 2020, amending Directive 2006/112/EC as regards introducing certain requirements for payment service providers (CESOP Directive) and the associated mitigation measures.
The letter emphasises the need for streamlined registration processes, harmonised requirements across Member States, and a one-stop-shop reporting system. It also advocates for a moratorium on penalties during the initial compliance period, ensuring smoother adoption of CESOP reporting requirements.