It is finally happening! On 24th September of last year, the EU Commission published a proposal for the regulation of crypto assets: the “Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation” (also known as: MiCA).
Chapter 3 of the VFA Rulebook applies to VFA Service Providers who are seeking to obtain their license within the VFA sphere as per the
Risk-based approach and what it entails When tackling AML/CFT (Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism), the risk-based approach aims to build those measures to prevent
Introduction As many of you may know, a “Classic” bank is the usual financial services provider which offers a whole spectrum of financial services, including
The MFSA issued a Circular on 6th September 2019 to the VFA Service Providers. The Circular is regarding the licensing requirements. VFA Service Providers who
Blockchain Island Malta is known worldwide for the pioneering role of its government in DLT technology, but also as the location of crypto exchanges such
Introduction Malta Digital Innovation Authority (MDIA)? Yes, it’s the go-to authority to an Innovative Technology Arrangement certification. MDIA is the main authority that is responsible
Introduction Many of you might have heard about the current struggle that companies dealing with blockchain and cryptocurrencies are faced with when trying to open
On the 21st of June 2019, Dr. Werner & Partner will be hosting a formal event at the Palace Hotel in Sliema where the official
Malta has developed a progressive approach towards distributed ledger technologies and cryptocurrencies, to the extent that we have now have a regulated framework. The VFA
