Question 1

What is MiCA?

Accepted Answer

MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) is the European regulation that establishes a legal framework for crypto-asset service providers (CASPs). It came into force in 2024 and requires exchanges to obtain a license to operate in the EU.

Question 2

What does it mean for an exchange to be under MiCA?

Accepted Answer

It means the exchange has obtained authorization from a European regulator to operate legally. This implies compliance with capital requirements, security, consumer protection and ongoing supervision.

Question 3

What is DAC8 and how does it affect me?

Accepted Answer

DAC8 is the European directive that requires exchanges to report their clients' tax information to tax authorities. If you operate on an exchange under MiCA, your transactions will be automatically reported to tax authorities.

Question 4

What is the Travel Rule?

Accepted Answer

The Travel Rule requires exchanges to share sender and beneficiary data in crypto-asset transfers over €1,000. It is similar to traditional bank transfers and aims to prevent money laundering.

Question 5

Do exchanges under MiCA report to tax authorities?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Under DAC8, exchanges authorized in the EU must report their clients' transactions to tax authorities in the country of residence. This includes purchases, sales and exchanges of crypto-assets.

Question 6

What is the difference between a CASP and an exchange?

Accepted Answer

CASP (Crypto-Asset Service Provider) is the regulatory term that includes exchanges and other services such as custody, advisory or portfolio management. An exchange is a type of CASP specialized in buying and selling crypto-assets.

Question 7

Where does the data on this website come from?

Accepted Answer

The data comes from the official ESMA (European Securities and Markets Authority) register, which maintains an updated list of all CASPs authorized under MiCA in Europe.

Question 8

How often is the data updated?

Accepted Answer

The data is fetched directly from the ESMA register each time you visit the page. You can see the date of the last authorization and the query date at the top of the list.

Registry of Exchanges under MiCA

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What does being under MiCA?

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Travel Rule

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