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Do you want to understand what the MiCA Directive truly means for those operating with cryptocurrencies in Europe? Since 2024, the first uniform EU regulation on digital assets has come into force, and many operators are already under investigation for regulatory violations they were not even aware of. ICAA is the international law firm specialized in criminal defense for crypto operators facing proceedings related to MiCA across Europe.

MiCA introduces the first comprehensive European regulatory framework for digital assets, establishing a single authorization system valid across all twenty-seven EU Member States. The regulation classifies digital assets into three main categories: asset-referenced tokens, e-money tokens, and all other crypto-assets not previously regulated. Each category carries specific obligations relating to authorization, transparency, and compliance. Crypto-asset service providers must obtain a MiCA license to operate legally in the European market, with requirements including a registered office in an EU Member State, certified cybersecurity systems, and full AML compliance. Operators exceeding fifteen million users are subject to enhanced supervision by European authorities.

Violations of MiCA can result in severe consequences: criminal proceedings for unauthorized financial activity, seizure of platforms and assets, and personal liability for company executives. National authorities are already implementing systematic checks on exchanges, wallet providers, custody services, and DeFi operators falling within the MiCA perimeter.

ICAA provides highly specialized criminal defense for crypto operators involved in MiCA-related proceedings. We defend clients under investigation for operating without a license, breaching transparency and custody obligations, and facilitating illicit activities through non-compliant crypto services. We assist with late MiCA authorization procedures, helping reduce criminal exposure, and we protect your assets from preventive seizures and supervisory measures. Our network operates in Germany, the Netherlands, France, Malta, Luxembourg, and all Member States where MiCA is being applied with different interpretations. Our team includes international criminal lawyers and experts in European financial law and blockchain technology capable of building strong, technically grounded defenses.

If you are under investigation or want to understand how to protect your crypto business from the criminal risks associated with MiCA, contact us immediately. ICAA is the reference point for criminal defense in the European cryptocurrency sector. Our support line is active 24/7. Request a confidential consultation to navigate the new EU regulation while protecting your freedom and your business.

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