This course provides a comprehensive overview of the EU’s Regulation on Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) – Regulation (EU) 2023/1114, a cornerstone of the European Digital Finance Package. It examines the origins, objectives, and scope of MiCA, highlighting how it establishes a harmonised framework for crypto-asset issuers and service providers across the EU. The course addresses key regulatory requirements, including white paper obligations, stablecoin rules, licensing and prudential requirements for crypto-asset service providers (CASPs), and measures to prevent market abuse. Participants will also explore the interaction between MiCA and related regulations such as the Transfer of Funds Regulation (TFR), DORA, and the EU AML framework. Case studies, including the FTX collapse, are used to illustrate the regulatory rationale and implications for investor protection, financial stability, and market integrity.
- Teacher: Dr. Marios Kyriacou