The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has released its first update to the MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) register following the regulatory deadline. This update adds 37 new crypto-asset service providers to the register, notably including major players such as Standard Chartered and FalconX, according to CoinTelegraph.
The inclusion of these firms marks a significant step in the implementation of MiCA regulations, aiming to increase transparency and oversight in the European crypto market. This move highlights the growing institutional involvement in crypto services under the evolving regulatory framework.
For Japanese investors and market participants, ESMA's update underscores the increasing global regulatory alignment on crypto-assets, which may influence cross-border operations and compliance standards in Japan's own digital asset markets.