MiFIR/MiFID II

Are Cryptocurrency Contracts for Difference (CFDs) reportable under EMIR and MiFIR?
EMIR

Is Crypto Trading Reportable Under EMIR and MiFIR?

There remains a lack of clarity as to whether cryptocurrency derivatives (‘cryptos’) should be treated as financial instruments and therefore subject to ESMA’s derivative reporting rules and reported to a TR/ARM.

Football player
EMIR

Are Football Player CFDs reportable?

Football enthusiasts can now trade football-based contracts for difference (CFDs), turning passion into profit, but what are the regulatory implications for brokers offering these products to their clients?

Do crypto-asset service providers have MiFIR reporting obligations?
MiFIR/MiFID II

Do crypto-asset service providers have MiFIR reporting obligations?

To address the Money Laundering/Terrorism Financing (ML/TF) risks emanating from crypto-assets, the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) published a policy statement (PS) on 13 September 2021 to outline its approach to the registration and operations of Crypto Asset Services Providers (CASPs).