# EU Related Articles

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In the EU, Cases of Scams with Fake MiCA Licenses Have Increased

Following the implementation of the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations on July 1, scammers in the European Union have increased fraudulent schemes involving fake MiCA licenses, according to a Financial Times report citing regulators. Authorities including France's AMF, the European ESMA, and the Dutch AFM report a rise in scams where fraudsters impersonate regulators or crypto service providers. They are tricking customers of platforms that have not yet secured licenses into transferring assets to supposedly "legitimate" but fake platforms and websites. Stephane Pontoizeau of the AMF noted that the initial phase of the new law gives criminals more opportunities than usual. ESMA warned of scams using its name and logo, complete with forged documents. Tom Keatinge of RUSI's Centre for Financial Crime and Security Studies added that users facing uncertainty due to their EU crypto service shutting down are more vulnerable to these traps. The warnings follow earlier cautions from officials like Bruna Sego of Italy's AML unit about risks post-MiCA's transitional period, including potential overload on licensed crypto services from user migration.

cryptonews.ru08/06 11:13

In the EU, Cases of Scams with Fake MiCA Licenses Have Increased

cryptonews.ru08/06 11:13

The Number of Licensed Cryptocompanies Has Increased in the EU

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has expanded its register of licensed crypto-asset service providers (CASPs), adding 15 more companies. This third update since the end of MiCA's transitional period brings the total number of EU-authorized entities to 309. New licensees include both traditional financial sector players, such as BNY Mellon's Belgian subsidiary and three German banks, and dedicated crypto services like BitPay, Coinify, and Bleap. The update confirms the ongoing effort to standardize the crypto market under the EU's first unified regulatory framework, MiCA. Licensed firms can now operate across the entire EU without needing jurisdiction-specific approvals, streamlining market access. The inclusion of several major banks signals growing interest from traditional finance in digital assets.

cryptonews.ru07/27 12:07

The Number of Licensed Cryptocompanies Has Increased in the EU

cryptonews.ru07/27 12:07

France Cracks Down Hard on Polymarket, 30 Countries Follow, Forcing EU to Redefine Prediction Markets

French gambling regulator ANJ has ordered nationwide ISP blocking of Polymarket, a crypto-based prediction market platform, escalating a four-year regulatory battle. ANJ classified it as illegal gambling rather than an unlicensed crypto exchange, focusing on consumer harm instead of financial market risks. This distinction carries significant legal implications and may influence other EU regulators. Despite a 2024 ban on financial transactions, Similarweb data showed over 205,000 unique French visitors in June 2026, prompting the site-blocking order. Investigations cite alleged weather data manipulation affecting contracts and a trader ("Fredi9999") suspected of manipulating odds for the 2024 US election. ANJ justifies the ban by highlighting the platform's lack of mandatory consumer protection features like betting limits and self-exclusion tools. Over 30 countries have restricted Polymarket. As the largest EU economy, France's move sets a potential precedent. Its classification conflicts with the EU's MiCA framework, which treats such markets as crypto assets. If adopted EU-wide, this could lead to blanket bans under gambling laws, diverging from the financial regulatory path taken by compliant platforms like US-based Kalshi. The effectiveness of France's block and the outcome of related legal cases will be closely watched by other EU members.

Foresight News07/21 09:31

France Cracks Down Hard on Polymarket, 30 Countries Follow, Forcing EU to Redefine Prediction Markets

Foresight News07/21 09:31

In the MiCA Era, Europe's New Cryptography Landscape: Why is Germany Taking Center Stage?

With MiCA's transitional arrangements concluding, Europe's crypto industry has undergone a regulatory consolidation. Post-MiCA, platforms must secure CASP authorization to operate compliantly within the EU. As of July 1st, only about 12% of crypto firms have received authorization, with Germany emerging as a key player, holding 57 authorizations (roughly 23% of the EU total). This positions Germany as a primary compliance gateway to the EU's unified market. Germany's advantage stems from its established, function-based regulatory framework, which integrated crypto activities into existing banking, securities, and payment systems pre-MiCA. This allowed a smoother transition and attracted both domestic platforms (like Bitcoin.de, BISON) and international ones (like Coinbase Germany). A distinctive trend is German banks becoming direct retail entry points for crypto services. Examples include DZ Bank integrating "meinKrypto" into its VR Banking App and the Sparkassen savings bank network planning to offer crypto trading via DekaBank. This mainstreams crypto access for ordinary users. Beyond trading, Germany is evolving into a digital asset infrastructure hub. Deutsche Börse Group's Clearstream is developing a next-generation platform for issuing, settling, and servicing both traditional and tokenized securities. Furthermore, German banks like DekaBank and DZ Bank are key participants in the Qivalis project, a European initiative for a regulated euro stablecoin, positioning Germany at the intersection of critical future capabilities like custody, settlement, and cross-border services.

marsbit07/09 07:00

In the MiCA Era, Europe's New Cryptography Landscape: Why is Germany Taking Center Stage?

marsbit07/09 07:00

Ripple completes MiCA licensing as EU enters post-transition era

Ripple has obtained full authorization under the European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework from Luxembourg's financial regulator (CSSF). This Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) license, finalized shortly after the MiCA transition period ended on July 1, allows Ripple to offer its regulated crypto payments and services across all 30 countries of the European Economic Area under a single regulatory framework. The approval positions Ripple as fully compliant in the post-transition era and strengthens its European expansion strategy, complementing its existing Electronic Money Institution license. This brings Ripple's global portfolio to over 75 regulatory licenses, reinforcing its focus on regulated growth for institutional clients.

ambcrypto07/06 14:16

Ripple completes MiCA licensing as EU enters post-transition era

ambcrypto07/06 14:16

MiCA strikes again? Revolut to drop USDT as Circle gains momentum

Europe's largest fintech platform Revolut will delist Tether's USDT stablecoin, halting deposits by the end of July and removing it entirely by August 31. This move is widely attributed to compliance with the EU's new MiCA crypto regulatory framework, which aims to block non-compliant stablecoins. Tether's CEO has criticized MiCA as "dangerous," arguing its reserve requirements could destabilize European banks, and has opted not to seek approval. In contrast, Circle's USDC, which is MiCA-compliant, is gaining significant momentum. Visa data shows USDC's transfer volume doubled that of USDT in June, reaching $1.21 trillion, with a notable shift towards Euro-based stablecoins also observed. The delisting by Revolut and other EU platforms may further accelerate this trend, though USDT maintains a dominant position in overall market supply.

ambcrypto07/04 23:02

MiCA strikes again? Revolut to drop USDT as Circle gains momentum

ambcrypto07/04 23:02

MiCA register shows late crypto licence rush before EU deadline

European regulators authorized dozens of crypto firms in the final days before the EU's MiCA regulation transition period ended. An analysis of ESMA's register shows 36 crypto-asset service provider (CASP) authorizations were issued between June 23 and July 1, with 13 approvals on June 30 alone. This highlights a late licensing rush to comply with the new rules. In total, the register lists 283 authorized CASP records. Germany leads with 59 authorized CASPs, followed by France, the Netherlands, Malta, and Cyprus. However, the data indicates authorizations remain concentrated in a few jurisdictions. Furthermore, not all licenses are equal. While custody and exchange services are common, only 17 firms are authorized to operate a crypto trading platform, meaning the high CASP count does not equate to many fully authorized exchanges.

ambcrypto07/03 15:58

MiCA register shows late crypto licence rush before EU deadline

ambcrypto07/03 15:58

CoinFlip secures Italy MiCA license as EU crypto transition period ends

CoinFlip, a U.S.-based crypto platform, has secured a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license from Italy's securities regulator CONSOB. This license allows CoinFlip to passport its services across the European Union, with its European operations to be headquartered in Milan. The approval arrives one day after the EU's MiCA grandfathering period expired on July 1, marking the start of full enforcement. From this date, crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) operating in the EU must hold MiCA authorization or cease offering regulated services. The move positions CoinFlip under the bloc's new harmonized regulatory framework, shifting from a patchwork of national regimes to a single set of rules with passporting rights across member states.

ambcrypto07/02 22:40

CoinFlip secures Italy MiCA license as EU crypto transition period ends

ambcrypto07/02 22:40

Crypto Regulation: Polish Parliament Fails To Overturn Presidential Veto Again

Poland's Parliament has again failed to override President Karol Narcowski's veto of the Crypto Asset Market Act, which aimed to align national regulations with the EU's MICA framework. The vote fell short of the required majority, marking the second unsuccessful attempt to pass the legislation. The President has consistently opposed the bill, citing overregulation, ambiguity, and increased burdens on small businesses. Government ministers criticized the veto, with the Finance Minister warning that the lack of regulation fosters a risky environment for investors. Prime Minister Donald Tusk also accused Poland's largest crypto exchange, Zondacrypto, of having alleged ties to Russian intelligence and funding opposition politicians, linking these concerns to the legislative push. The government has vowed to continue its efforts to pass the bill.

bitcoinist04/19 18:01

Crypto Regulation: Polish Parliament Fails To Overturn Presidential Veto Again

bitcoinist04/19 18:01

Stablecoins Adoption: French Finance Minister Pushes For More Euro-Backed Tokens

France's Finance Minister Roland Lescure has called for the development of more euro-pegged stablecoins to reduce reliance on US dollar-dominated payment systems. He noted that the current volume of euro stablecoins is "not satisfactory," representing only 0.207% of the global stablecoin market. Lescure praised the Qivalis initiative by European banks like ING and BNP Paribas to launch a euro stablecoin in 2026. This push is part of broader EU efforts to achieve financial independence amid tensions with the US. Additionally, Lescure encouraged European banks to adopt tokenized deposits, following the lead of major global banks.

bitcoinist04/18 23:32

Stablecoins Adoption: French Finance Minister Pushes For More Euro-Backed Tokens