New crypto regulation introduces stricter standards for crypto firms, including stronger investor protection and operational requirements across Europe.
France has entered a new phase of crypto regulation as the transitional period between its national Pacte law framework and the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation has ended. Since 2 July 2026, crypto-asset service providers operating in France must comply with MiCA requirements and obtain authorisation to offer services across the European Union.
The Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) has supported firms throughout the transition while reviewing MiCA authorisation applications. France has authorised 31 crypto-asset service…
