Malta-Regulated Crypto Firms Must Maintain Dedicated | Crypto Work Pro
The regulator in Malta is requiring domestically licensed crypto firms—often known as crypto-asset service suppliers (CASPs)—to make sure that “EU/EEA clients are directed to a dedicated website containing information specifically pertaining to them, with clear disclosures for any offerings not available in these jurisdictions.”
EU-Directed Websites
The directive follows a complete review carried out by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) of all domestically regulated CASPs working below the pan-European Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) framework.
Announced yesterday (Wednesday), the regulator discovered that some of these companies keep complicated web site constructions, significantly these which can be half of international entities with layered navigation and content material focusing on a number of jurisdictions.
Sarah Pulis, Head of Conduct Supervision on the MFSA (photograph: LinkedIn)
“The Authority expects all CASPs to maintain high standards of clarity and transparency across their websites,” mentioned Sarah Pulis, Head of Conduct Supervision on the MFSA. “Firms are expected to provide clear, accessible information about their products and services, and ensure that the related information and disclosures are accurate and prominently displayed.”
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Big Crypto Brands Are Operating from Malta
Several crypto companies, together with main manufacturers comparable to Gemini, Crypto.com, and OKX, have chosen Malta as their European base for operations within the MiCA framework.
The MFSA’s web site evaluation of these licensed firms kinds half of its strategy to guard client pursuits. The review ensures that company web sites adjust to MiCA obligations concerning the accuracy, readability, and equity of the knowledge offered to shoppers.
Christopher Buttigieg, MFSA’s Chief Officer Supervision (photograph: LinkedIn)
“By proactively reviewing the websites of CASPs, we are holding firms accountable and ensuring that their communications are transparent, fair, and aligned with consumer expectations—even in their first few months of operation under MiCAR,” mentioned Christopher Buttigieg, MFSA’s Chief Officer Supervision.
Meanwhile, many crypto exchanges are additionally taking the normal route of buying a European MiFID II licence to offer crypto derivatives within the area. Kraken, Coinbase, and Crypto.com have secured such licences by buying Cyprus-based contracts for variations (CFDs) brokers or associated companies. Gemini additionally acquired a MiFID II licence, however from Malta.
Kraken lately launched crypto perpetuals within the EU below its Cypriot licence, whereas Crypto.com is planning to offer CFDs in Q3 2025. Although Coinbase has but to announce its choices below its MiFID II licence, its regulator-approved area suggests it’s going to offer crypto perpetuals to institutional buyers.
The regulator in Malta is requiring domestically licensed crypto firms—often known as crypto-asset service suppliers (CASPs)—to make sure that “EU/EEA clients are directed to a dedicated website containing information specifically pertaining to them, with clear disclosures for any offerings not available in these jurisdictions.”
EU-Directed Websites
The directive follows a complete review carried out by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) of all domestically regulated CASPs working below the pan-European Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) framework.
Announced yesterday (Wednesday), the regulator discovered that some of these companies keep complicated web site constructions, significantly these which can be half of international entities with layered navigation and content material focusing on a number of jurisdictions.
Sarah Pulis, Head of Conduct Supervision on the MFSA (photograph: LinkedIn)
“The Authority expects all CASPs to maintain high standards of clarity and transparency across their websites,” mentioned Sarah Pulis, Head of Conduct Supervision on the MFSA. “Firms are expected to provide clear, accessible information about their products and services, and ensure that the related information and disclosures are accurate and prominently displayed.”
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Big Crypto Brands Are Operating from Malta
Several crypto companies, together with main manufacturers comparable to Gemini, Crypto.com, and OKX, have chosen Malta as their European base for operations within the MiCA framework.
The MFSA’s web site evaluation of these licensed firms kinds half of its strategy to guard client pursuits. The review ensures that company web sites adjust to MiCA obligations concerning the accuracy, readability, and equity of the knowledge offered to shoppers.
Christopher Buttigieg, MFSA’s Chief Officer Supervision (photograph: LinkedIn)
“By proactively reviewing the websites of CASPs, we are holding firms accountable and ensuring that their communications are transparent, fair, and aligned with consumer expectations—even in their first few months of operation under MiCAR,” mentioned Christopher Buttigieg, MFSA’s Chief Officer Supervision.
Meanwhile, many crypto exchanges are additionally taking the normal route of buying a European MiFID II licence to offer crypto derivatives within the area. Kraken, Coinbase, and Crypto.com have secured such licences by buying Cyprus-based contracts for variations (CFDs) brokers or associated companies. Gemini additionally acquired a MiFID II licence, however from Malta.
Kraken lately launched crypto perpetuals within the EU below its Cypriot licence, whereas Crypto.com is planning to offer CFDs in Q3 2025. Although Coinbase has but to announce its choices below its MiFID II licence, its regulator-approved area suggests it’s going to offer crypto perpetuals to institutional buyers.
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