How MiCAR, US initiatives, e‑CNY and other key markets define the framework for stablecoins, CBDCs and digital assets – and what this means for mid‑market corporates, compliance and ERP processes.
Stablecoins & CASPs in the Single Market
Scope and roles (issuer, custodian, trading venue), reserves, transparency, passporting and links to eWpG/MiFID – with a focus on mid‑market impact.
Stablecoin Gold Standard & Capital-Market Rails
US approach with strictly backed stablecoins, clear SEC/CFTC remits and fair‑value accounting – including implications for EU firms with US links.
CBDC Pilot, Hong Kong Window & Trade
e‑CNY pilots, mBridge initiatives and the tension between onshore restrictions and openings via Hong Kong – relevant for supply chains and treasury.
UK, CH, SG, HK, UAE, JP
Pragmatic regulatory paths in selected core markets – from tokenisation sandboxes to stablecoin licences and CBDC pilots.
Travel Rule, DAC8, Tax, Accounting
Rules that apply across markets – from FATF/EU Travel Rule and DAC8 to IFRS/FASB requirements and data protection at on/off‑ramps.
EU, US, China & Key Markets
Compact comparison of major markets – with traffic‑light scoring for readiness, industry fit and time‑to‑go‑live.