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Crypto Assets, CASPS, And AML/CFT Compliance: The New European Regulatory Landscape Under MiCA And AMLR

The Situation: The rise of crypto assets and decentralized finance has challenged traditional regulatory frameworks, particularly in the area of anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism ("AML/CFT").

European Union Technology

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Jones Day

Luxembourg Law Transposing MiFID III, The New Listing Directive And The European Single Access Point Directive Is Now Officially Adopted

On 8 July, 2025, the Luxembourg Law of 3 July 2025 transposing MiFID III (Directive (EU) 2024/790), the European Single Access Point Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/2864) and the new Listing Directive...

Luxembourg Finance

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Loyens & Loeff

ESMA refuerza la implementación de MiCA: estándares de competencia del personal y advertencia a Malta

La Autoridad Europea de Valores y Mercados (en inglés, ESMA) ha publicado dos informes decisivos en julio de 2025, para reforzar la implementación del Reglamento...

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

ESMA Sharpens MiCA Implementation: Staff Competence Standards And A Warning Shot To Malta

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued two decisive reports in July 2025, to reinforce the implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA).

Malta Technology

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

AIFMD II: Preparing Strategically, Not Reactively

European Union Finance

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Ganado Advocates

EBA Consults On Outsourcing Guidelines For Non-ICT Related Services

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GTG

Navigating Article 21c CRDVI: The EBA's Take On The Provision Of Third-Country Banking Services To EU Financial Sector Entities

European Union Finance

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Arthur Cox

Irish Quarterly Legal And Regulatory Report: Asset Management And Investment Funds April - June 2025

Ireland Finance

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Walkers

MFSA Authorisation Process

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BDO Malta

The European Union Approves The 18th Sanctions Package Against Russia: Impact On The Financial Sector

Worldwide International

I. Frangos & Associates LLC

US Fund Managers: Marketing Passport For EU Fundraising, Mind The EU Master-feeder Rules – New York Office Snippet

Worldwide Finance

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Loyens & Loeff

Newsflash | ESMA's Final Report On The Review Of The UCITS Eligible Assets Directive

Luxembourg Finance

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CMS Luxembourg

FIG Top 5 At 5 - 17/07/2025

European Union Insurance

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Matheson

The Expanding Reach Of Italy's FDI Regime

Italy Government

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A&O Shearman

'Good Jobs' Proposals: What Changes May Be Happening To Pay And Benefits In Northern Ireland?

Ireland Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Business Support Center (BSC) – A One-stop-shop For All Investors

Cyprus Commercial

Nasos A. Kyriakides & Partners LLC

EU AI Act: Key Compliance Considerations Ahead Of August 2025

European Union Technology

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Greenberg Traurig, LLP

EU Pay Transparency Directive: What's Clear, What's Not (Video)

Ireland Employment

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Ius Laboris

Rising Geopolitical Tensions Ignite European Defense M&A

Worldwide Commercial

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A&O Shearman

Recent Amendments To The Trusts And Trustees Act (Register Of Beneficial Owners) Regulations: New Obligations On Private Trustees

On the 11th of July 2025, the Trusts and Trustees Act (Register of Beneficial Owners) (Amendment) Regulations, 2025 (the "Amendment Regulations") came into force transposing in part...

Malta Commercial

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Fenech & Fenech Advocates

ESAs Release Guide On DORA Oversight Of Critical Third-party Providers

On 15 July 2025, the European Supervisory Authorities (ESAs) published a guide on oversight activities under the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)...

European Union Finance

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Arendt & Medernach

Overview Of The Updated Application And Supervisory Fees In Financial Market, Investment Services, Insurance And More!

The 2024 overhaul of Malta's financial regulations marks a transformative moment for the country's investment, insurance, and financial markets.

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MK Fintech Partners

Navigating Malta's Financial Market Abuse Rules

The Prevention of Financial Markets Abuse Rules, issued by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), provide a comprehensive regulatory framework...

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Grant Thornton Malta

Transforming Payments With The EUDI Wallet

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BDO Malta

ESMA Reports On Outcome Of CSA On Sustainability Disclosures

Ireland Finance

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Matheson

ESMA Proposes Look-Through For UCITS Investments

Ireland Finance

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Matheson

ESRB Annual Report On Activities In 2024: Key Developments, Supervisory Priorities And Regulatory Implications

Germany Finance

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PwC Legal Germany

European Accessibility Act Compliance: What Businesses In The EU Market Need To Know

European Union Finance

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Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Germany's Federal Ministry Of Finance On Cryptocurrencies And Tax: New Circular Answers Individual Questions (Part II)

Germany Technology

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Flick Gocke Schaumburg

Step-by-Step Guide To Establishing Your Forex Company In Malta

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Finance Malta

CCFS Collaborates With Fume To Launch Compliant Tokenised Fund Solutions In Malta

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Finance Malta

What Every Financial Services Business In Malta Needs To Know

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Grant Thornton Malta

M&A Half Year Review 2025

Ireland Commercial

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William Fry

Step-by-Step Guide To Establishing Your Forex Company In Malta

As a European Union member state and a rising hub for financial services, Malta has become an increasingly attractive jurisdiction for entrepreneurs aiming to launch a Forex company.

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Finance Malta

CCFS Collaborates With Fume To Launch Compliant Tokenised Fund Solutions In Malta

Considering the recent position paper on fund tokenisation issued by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CCFundServices (CCFS) has entered a strategic alliance with Fume...

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Finance Malta

What Every Financial Services Business In Malta Needs To Know

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has released its 2024 Annual Report, and the implications for businesses operating in Malta's financial services sector are significant.

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Grant Thornton Malta

M&A Half Year Review 2025

Irish M&A activity proved robust during the first six months of 2025, with deal volume increasing despite an extremely volatile geopolitical and macroeconomic backdrop.

Ireland Commercial

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William Fry

Acquisition Finance In The Netherlands: Law, Practice, Trends And Developments

Netherlands Finance

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Loyens & Loeff

Court Of Justice Of The European Union Clarifies Obligations Of Bankruptcy Courts To Assess Unfair Contract Terms In Consumer Insolvency Proceedings

On 3 July 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) published its judgment in Case C-582/23 (Wiszkier) (the Judgment).

Germany Consumer

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PwC Legal Germany

MGA Publishes Capital Requirements Policy

On 2nd July 2025, the Malta Gaming Authority ("MGA") published its Capital Requirements Policy (the "Policy"), which introduces new financial obligations for licensed entities.

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Camilleri Preziosi Advocates

Verschärfte Organhaftung? LG München I I.S. Wirecard

Beweislastumkehr des § 93 Abs. 2 Satz 2 AktG gilt auch für ausgeschiedene Organmitglieder,

Germany Commercial

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Glade Michel Wirtz

PSR – Council Stance

The legislative process to revise the PSD2 has reached its next stage: the Council published its stance on the draft legislation.

Belgium Finance

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Osborne Clarke

ESMA's Findings On Sustainability Risk Integration And Disclosures: What You Need To Know

Ireland Finance

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Walkers

Omni Bridgeway Leads The Way: Unlocking Value From Complex Non-Performing Loans With Innovative Legal Recovery Strategies

Netherlands Finance

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Omni Bridgeway

FIG Top 5 At 5 - 10/07/2025

Ireland Finance

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Matheson

ESAs Publish Guide On DORA Oversight Activities

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GTG

MiCA & CASP - EU License For Crypto Brokers, Banks And EMIs – Addressing The Elephant In The Room

European Union Finance

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CYAUSE Audit Services Ltd

Increased Liability For Board Members? Munich Regional Court I Re. Wirecard

Germany Finance

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Glade Michel Wirtz

Operational Resilience 2.0: How DORA Is Reshaping Operational Resilience In Ireland

Ireland Finance

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Arthur Cox

Ireland Transposes 'Stop-The-Clock' Directive And Clarifies CSRD Scope

Ireland Commercial

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Arthur Cox

CBI Insurance Newsletter June 2025

Ireland Insurance

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Arthur Cox

Objection Against The Protocol Of Compensation Assessment For Unauthorized Use Of Public Property

Greece Real Estate

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Psarakis & Kefalas Law Firm

Key Reporting Obligations For Financial Institutions In Malta

Malta Technology

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MK Fintech Partners

Newsflash | Crypto-asset Service Providers Transacting In EMTs Exempted Under PSD 2 During A Two-year Transitional Period.

Luxembourg Finance

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CMS Luxembourg

Newsflash | ESMA Recent Updates On Sustainability Disclosures And Risks Integration

Luxembourg Finance

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CMS Luxembourg

Rulebook Overhaul Seeks To Modernise Institutional Financial Securities Market And Admit Sukuk

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GTG

Clawback Provisions Under Maltese Law In The Scenario Of Mortgage Registration On A Maltese Flag Vessel

Malta Transport

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GTG

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Luxembourg Finance

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Chevalier & Sciales

Carry Forward Losses And Advance Tax Clearance Regarding A Financing Activity

Luxembourg Finance

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Chevalier & Sciales

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Luxembourg Finance

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Chevalier & Sciales

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Luxembourg Finance

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Chevalier & Sciales

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Luxembourg Finance

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Chevalier & Sciales

AIFMD II Timeline - Latest Developments

Luxembourg Finance

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Chevalier & Sciales

AIFMD II: Investor Protection – Latest Developments

Luxembourg Finance

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Chevalier & Sciales

AIFMD II: Activities And Services Performed By AIFMs – Latest Developments

Luxembourg Finance

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Chevalier & Sciales

AIFMD II: Depositaries – Latest Developments

Luxembourg Finance

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Chevalier & Sciales

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CSB Group

Central Bank Of Ireland Issues Modernised Consumer Protection Code 2025 (Video)

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Byrne Wallace

One Step Ahead Insights Podcast: Episode 3 (Video)

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A&O Shearman

Krypto I Blokady Kont Bankowych – Bankowe Bezprawie

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Sustainable Finance Week 2024 (Video)

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Arthur Cox

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