MiCA: What Europe's New Rules Mean for the Industry? | European Blockchain Convention 9 

In this panel discussion, Tommaso Astazi, Head of Regulatory Affairs at Blockchain for Europe, moderates a conversation about the MiCA regulation and its impact on the blockchain and crypto industry in Europe. The panelists include Oleksandra Maksymenko, Government Affairs Manager at Revolut; Ernest Lima, Partner at XReg Consulting; and Nena Dokuzov from the Ministry of Economy in Slovenia.
Oleksandra, highlights MiCA as a positive development, providing regulatory clarity that attracts businesses to Europe. She anticipates increased collaboration between traditional financial players and crypto service providers. However, he notes challenges related to fraud issues that still need to be addressed.
Ernest emphasizes MiCA's transformational nature, serving as a model for other jurisdictions. He discusses potential gaps in the regulation, such as issues related to DeFi and NFTs, and the need for a nuanced approach to these evolving technologies.
Nena sheds light on the European Blockchain Services Infrastructure and other initiatives, emphasizing the integration of additional blockchain protocols. She advocates for a unified approach among European countries, aiming for a harmonized implementation of MiCA .
The discussion also touches on challenges with MiCA's implementation, the risk of national divergences, and the need for proactive engagement from companies and regulators. The panelists express optimism about the EU's regulatory framework, anticipating it as a benchmark globally. They call for continued cooperation, education, and active participation in shaping the future of blockchain and crypto in Europe.
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Speakers:
Tommaso Astazi | Blockchain for Europe (moderator)
Oleksandra Maksymenko | Revolut
Ernest Lima | XReg Consulting
Nena Dokuzov | Slovenian Ministry of Economic Development & Technology
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