Spain Pushes Ahead with MiCA and DAC8 As US Trails Behind
Spain is making a major step in cryptocurrency regulation, implementing major crypto bills like the European Union’s Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA) and the Directive on Administrative Cooperation (DAC8) by early 2026. This strategic move is poised to position Spain as a frontrunner in global crypto regulation.
Notably, Spain’s crypto bill implementation comes amid the uncertainty surrounding the United States’ market structure law. As Spain is setting the standard with MiCA and DAC8, the US lags behind, with its key crypto bill pending in Congress and yet to be enacted into law.
Spain Takes Lead in Crypto Bill
According to local reports, Spain is preparing for a major crypto regulatory shift. The report claims that…




