EU MiCA & global licensing
The EU Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) sets a single authorization standard for crypto-asset service providers. After transitional periods, unauthorized firms must wind down regulated EU services or obtain licenses with passporting rights.
Follow developments in member states such as Poland while planning capital, governance, and customer transfer paths.
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