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EU Commission adopts delegated and implementing acts developed pursuant to EMIR REFIT
Pursuant to Regulation EU 2019/834 (EMIR REFIT) that empowered ESMA to develop implementing and regulatory technical standards relating to the reporting framework under EMIR, the European Commission adopted the following […]
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Cyprus can be the jurisdiction of choice for EMI/PI licenses
In light of the recent Payment Institution (PI) licence secured by MAP S.Platis from the Central Bank of Cyprus on behalf of one of its esteemed clients, MAP S.Platis Group […]
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Crypto-assets and their risks for financial stability
In the last few weeks with the ongoing saga of FTX’s sudden bankruptcy and the ripple effects on the entire crypto markets people reasonably wonder whether the shocks will extend […]
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Interview of George Markides, Manager, Compliance Support Department, in Stockwatch
George Markides, Manager, Compliance Support Department, provided his insights in Stockwatch. He discussed among others the crypto-assets ecosystem, its risks for investors and the financial stability, as well as the […]
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Virtual Assets and Related Activities Regulations (VARA) – Dubai
The Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has finally issued its highly anticipated Virtual Assets and Related Activities Regulations of 2023. This set of new rules is closely aligned with […]
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New Investment Funds Regulations – UAE
The UAE’s Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) has issued new regulations that enhance the country’s investment funds legal framework and promote the distribution of foreign funds locally. The Investment Funds […]
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EU Parliament approves the first crypto regulation, MiCA
On Thursday 20th of April 2023, the EU Parliament approved via vote the draft Regulation on Markets in Crypto Assets, known as “MiCA”. MiCA is the first EU legislation for […]
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Cyprus: Hub for Investment Funds
In an article featured on Stockwatch, MAP S.Platis Group CEO Demetris Taxitaris, delves into Cyprus’ pivotal role as an investment funds hub, highlighting that a robust regulatory framework, the strong […]
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March 2024 Regulatory Roundup
INVESTMENT SERVICES & CAPITAL MARKETS MIFID and MIFIR ESMA clarifies certain best execution reporting requirements under MIFID II On 13 February 2024, issued a Public Statement providing market participants with clarity concerning […]
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February 2024 Regulatory Roundup #2
INVESTMENT SERVICES & CAPITAL MARKETS MIFID and MIFIR ESMA and NCAs to coordinate supervisory activities on MIFID II pre-trade controls On 11 January 2024, ESMA launched a Common Supervisory Action […]
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