ESMA recognises CDS Clearing and Depository Services as Tier 1 CCP
ESMA recognised CDS Clearing and Depositary Services Inc. (CDSC) as a Tier 1 CCP under Article 25 of EMIR.
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ESMA warns of EU crypto firms using their offshore execution venues
ESMA calls for a case-by-case assessment, outlining the specific requirements that should be met regarding best execution.
ESMA: Cyprus accounts for 20% of firms providing cross-border investment services to retail clients
Out of the 30 EU/EEA countries, Cyprus, Luxembourg, and Germany accounted for about 50% of the 386 firms.
ESMA clarifies treatment of crypto staking services under MiCA
ESMA today published a new set of Q&A, including one concerning the treatment of staking services under MiCA.
ESMA issues guidance to firms using AI in investment services
Potential uses of AI by investment firms include customer support, fraud detection, risk management, compliance, and support.
ESMA issues statement on sharing info during pre-close calls
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) issued today a statement reminding about the legislative framework applicable to “pre-close calls”.
ESMA finalises first rules on crypto-asset service providers
The new ESMA report aims to promote fair competition between crypto-asset service providers and a safer environment for EU investors.
ESMA imposes €2.2M fine on Scope Ratings for breaches of conflict of interest obligations
ESMA has fined Scope Ratings GmbH a total of EUR 2,197,500, and issued a public notice, for breaches of the CRA Regulation.
ESMA withdraws Euronext authorisation as data reporting service provider under MiFIR
ESMA has withdrawn the authorisation of Euronext Paris SA as a Data Reporting Service Provider (DRSP).
ESMA withdraws EU recognition of Dubai Commodities Clearing Corporation (DCCC)
The decision is a consequence of the UAE being on the EU list of high-risk countries for AML and counter financing of terrorism.
