The $322,000 “goodwill” settlement with MFSA related to OKX’s Okcoin Europe subsidiary.
Malta begins public consultation on revised crypto rules to align with MiCA
Malta has joined France and other EU nations in revising its existing crypto regulatory policies to align with MiCA, which comes into effect in December 2024.
Malta Seeks to Change Its Crypto Rulebook to Get Ready for MiCA
The country’s financial watchdog wants to align its framework with EU-wide rules set to take effect in 2024.
OKX seeks Australian expansion citing ‘huge appetite’ for crypto
The exchange’s chief marketing officer believes Australians are above-the-curve when it comes to crypto education and interest.
The Netherlands tops new survey as the most metaverse-ready country
A new study by Uswitch revealed which countries are ready to embrace the metaverse by more technical standards, such as fixed broadband speeds and prices.
Malta financial watchdog approves Iconic’s crypto index fund for stock market listing
Iconic Funds claims its index fund will be Europe’s first with direct exposure to crypto assets listed on a regulated market.
Okcoin secures regulatory approval in Malta and the Netherlands
CEO Hong Fang said Okcoin was focused on Europe as part of the firm’s global growth plans.
Malta Chamber of Commerce business unit responds to allegations of lax crypto oversight
“Portraying this sector as one which is not subject to adequate supervision is not a reflection of reality and does not do justice to the work and efforts of the MFSA and VFA Agents,” said the VFA Agents Business Unit.
$71B in crypto has reportedly passed through ‘blockchain island’ Malta since 2017
The Financial Action Task Force, a membership body of 37 jurisdictions and two regional organizations, has flagged Malta’s initial push to attract cryptocurrency business as “problematic.”
Crypto.com becomes first cryptocurrency platform to receive MFSA Class 3 license
Under the Class 3 VFA license, Crypto.com can provide custodial services and execute orders on behalf of other persons.
Crypto Firm Bequant Earns Malta’s ‘In-Principle’ Approval for Prime Broker License
Bequant is on its way to becoming a fully licensed prime broker for digital assets, with the option for more securities licenses in Malta.
Crypto.com Takes Steps Toward Financial Licensure in Malta
The Hong Kong-based crypto firm received preliminary approval from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) for two financial licenses.
Malta Disputes Crypto Arbitrage Hub Arbitly’s Registry Claims
Arbitly’s crypto licensure and registration claims are bogus, according to Malta’s financial regulator.
Malta Financial Regulator Warns Against Unauthorized Crypto Firms
Malta’s financial regulator has issued warnings against COINMALEX and Crypto Foxtrades, two websites that falsely claimed they were licensed by the Maltese authority.
Malta Financial Regulator Warns Against Unauthorized Crypto Firms
Malta’s financial regulator has issued warnings against COINMALEX and Crypto Foxtrades, two websites that falsely claimed they were licensed by the Maltese authority.
Crypto Investment Fund Suffers Hack Exposing Data of 266,000 Users: Report
The personal data of about 266,000 people registered with the fund may have been exposed.
Malta’s Financial Watchdog Highlights Obstacles to Security Tokens After Industry Consultation
The Malta Financial Services Authority released a statement on Tuesday, unveiling industry recommendations on security token offerings within the country.
Binance Is Not Under Our Jurisdiction, Says Malta Regulator
The Malta Financial Services Authority has denied reports that Binance has ever fallen under local jurisdiction.
You Can Now Get a Master’s in Blockchain From a School in (Where Else?) Malta
The multidisciplinary masters’ program is Malta’s latest in a national campaign to become a global blockchain business and education hub.
Binance and Polychain Are Funding a Crypto-Friendly Bank in Malta
Paula Pandolfino is raising more than $10 million to launch a crypto-centric bank in Malta in 2020.