ESMA Public statement: ESMA calls on unauthorised crypto-asset service providers to wind down orderly, while also safeguarding clients’ interests, as MiCA transitional period ends
Why this matters
ESMA public statement establishing mandatory wind-down requirements for unauthorised crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) following MiCA transitional period end on 1 July 2026. High urgency due to specific compliance deadline, operational requirements for orderly wind-down, client asset protection obligations, and coordinated enforcement action by ESMA and NCAs. Directly impacts unauthorised CASPs and their clients across EU.
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What the AMF said
MiCA Financial services providers Europe & international ESMA Public statement: ESMA calls on unauthorised crypto-asset service providers to wind down orderly, while also safeguarding clients’ interests, as MiCA transitional period ends
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Context
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This update is classified under Authorisation & Licensing, Consumer Protection / Conduct, AML / Financial Crime and Crypto & Digital Assets.