Karatasi Nyeupe ya MiCar
Pursuant to the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) (EU 2023/1114), issuers and trading platforms are required to publish a MiCAR Whitepaper for each crypto-asset offered to the public or admitted to trading• These Whitepapers provide essential information on the crypto-asset, including its characteristics, risks, rights attached to the asset, and underlying technology•
As a regulated trading platform, LCX ensures compliance with MiCAR by publishing Whitepapers for all crypto-assets listed on its exchange, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and over 150 other digital assets• Additionally, all tokens must be registered with the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) before being admitted to trading• Crypto-assets without a MiCAR Whitepaper and ESMA registration cannot be listed or traded on regulated exchanges within the European Union•
Ukurasa huu hutoa ufikiaji wa Vitabu vya MiCar vya mali zilizoorodheshwa kwenye LCX Exchange.
Note: A transition period applies under EU MiCAR and Liechtenstein regulations, allowing existing crypto-assets to continue trading without a MiCAR Whitepaper until December 31, 2025• After this date, all crypto-assets must be fully compliant with MiCAR requirements•
Glossary
Token Name: The name of the crypto-asset for which a MiCAR Whitepaper has been published•
Symbol: The ticker symbol used to identify the crypto-asset in trading•
Author: The entity responsible for issuing the token and preparing the MiCAR Whitepaper•
CASP (Crypto-Asset Service Provider): The regulated trading platform providing market access•
MiCAR Status: Indicates whether the token is registered with ESMA and compliant with MiCAR regulations•
Download: A direct link to the official MiCAR Whitepaper published at LCX•com for the respective crypto-asset•
Mamlaka ya Usalama na Masoko ya Ulaya (ESMA) inachapisha Usajili wa MiCA ya muda.
Tembelea ESMAUfuataji wa MiCar na Biashara ya Mali ya Crypto huko Ulaya
The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) (EU 2023/1114) is a comprehensive regulatory framework established by the European Union to govern crypto-assets, their issuance, and related service providers• MiCAR aims to create a unified and transparent crypto-asset market across the EU, ensuring investor protection, financial stability, and market integrity•
MiCAR introduces clear rules for crypto-asset issuers, requiring them to publish MiCAR-compliant Whitepapers that disclose key information about the asset, including its function, risks, and governance structure• These Whitepapers serve as an essential tool for investors to assess the legitimacy and reliability of digital assets before engaging in trading or investment activities•
Vitabu vya MiCar na Usajili wa ESMA
Pursuant to MiCAR, all crypto-assets offered to the public or admitted to trading within the EU must be registered with the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) and comply with specific disclosure requirements• Tokens that lack MiCAR-compliant documentation and ESMA registration will not be eligible for trading on regulated platforms•
Kanuni inatumika kwa aina tofauti za mali za crypto, pamoja na:
Utility Tokens: Digital assets that provide access to specific products or services•
Asset-Referenced Tokens (ARTs): Tokens backed by a basket of assets, including commodities or fiat currencies•
E-Money Tokens (EMTs): Crypto-assets pegged to a single fiat currency to facilitate digital payments•
MiCAR also establishes clear requirements for Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs), ensuring that trading platforms, custodians, and other intermediaries operate with transparency and accountability•
MiCAR Transition Period Until December 31, 2025
A transition period applies until December 31, 2025, allowing existing crypto-assets to continue trading while issuers and trading platforms align with MiCAR requirements• After this deadline, all listed tokens must fully comply with MiCAR regulations to remain accessible within the European market•
Ufuataji wa LCX na MiCar
As one of Europe's leading crypto exchanges, LCX is publishing MiCA Whitepapers for all listed tokens• This ensures transparency and regulatory adherence while providing a secure trading environment for users• LCX continues to support the growth and institutional adoption of digital assets in Europe•
For investors and crypto projects looking to operate in the EU, MiCAR represents a significant milestone in establishing a regulated and standardized digital asset market, ensuring greater protection and trust in the evolving crypto industry•
Note: LCX AG (Liechtenstein) is registered as a Trusted Technology Service Provider (TTSP) under the Liechtenstein Blockchain Act (TVTG) and has applied for a MiCAR license on February 1, 2025• LCX currently operates under local blockchain regulations and benefits from the MiCAR transition period, allowing continued operations until full MiCAR compliance is required on December 31, 2025•
