Solidus Labs

In our latest episode, Delphine F. chats with Oumou BA, Head of Compliance at B2C2 Luxembourg, about the challenges and opportunities of MiCA implementation, including: ✅ Bridging the gap between TradFi and crypto. ✅ Preparing for MiCA Title VI and tackling market abuse. ✅ Sustainability and ESG initiatives in the crypto ecosystem. https://lnkd.in/gmpVji7j

In this special episode of the MiCA Masters Series, Delphine F. hosts Josh Peschko, CFA, Global Head of Compliance Strategy at Talos, for a deep dive into best execution principles under MiCA. 🌟 Key Takeaways: - Understanding best execution and its importance in institutional crypto trading. - The role of execution policies (Article 78) in satisfying regulatory expectations. - How Talos helps streamline infrastructure for CASPs to meet MiCA requirements. - The future of crypto derivatives and their compliance challenges. - Insights on global regulatory trends shaping the crypto ecosystem. Listen now! https://lnkd.in/gntB92Ty

In this episode of MiCA Masters Series, Delphine F. is thrilled to welcome Niels Lemmers, Head of Public Affairs at Flow Traders. With over 20 years of experience in finance and a deep understanding of regulatory landscapes, Niels brings invaluable insights into: 🔹 The evolving role of market makers in crypto and TradeFi. 🔹 The challenges and opportunities of MiCA’s implementation. 🔹 Bridging TradeFi and DeFi to create a unified, regulated ecosystem. 🔹 Why institutional adoption is critical for crypto market maturity. Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/ggcFRJUR

Kairon Labs is proud to announce our recent partnership 🤝 with Solidus Labs to enhance transparency and uphold the highest ethical standards in our services. By leveraging their trade surveillance platform, we are taking a proactive step toward ensuring compliance, detecting market risks, and maintaining a fair and secure trading environment. This collaboration is a testament to our unwavering commitment to foster trust and integrity within the industry while delivering exceptional service to our clients. Huge thanks to Michiel Van Tichelen our legal counsel at Kairon Labs, Doron Weitz, Rabih Massih and the rest of the Solidus Labs team for this collaboration. Read the full scope of the partnership through here: https://lnkd.in/dUmqGDAX

We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Kairon Labs, a leading crypto market maker and liquidity provider, to redefine ethical market-making under MiCA regulations. "As regulatory environments become increasingly stringent, it's imperative to uphold the highest standards of compliance," said Jens Willemen, Co-Founder and CEO of Kairon Labs. "Solidus Labs has proven to be the ideal partner for us, thanks to their unmatched expertise in trade surveillance and profound comprehension of the cryptocurrency landscape, especially in the context of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. Their advanced detection algorithms, combined with a holistic compliance platform, align seamlessly with our vision of ensuring a secure trading environment for our clients while maintaining market integrity at every level.” With MiCA’s sweeping anti-market abuse mandates set to take effect on December 30, 2024, the timing of this collaboration couldn’t be more pivotal. Through this partnership, Kairon Labs is demonstrating that in market making, liquidity flows to safety and that market integrity is not just a responsibility—it’s a competitive advantage. Learn more about this collaboration and how it is shaping the future - where markets aren’t just made but made better: https://lnkd.in/gBnw-42i

Join Andrea Vianelli, Global Lead L&C, AM, VC and Funds at Laser Digital, as he unpacks the evolving role of market makers in the digital asset ecosystem on the latest episode of MiCA Mastersc with Delphine F.! 💡 Key Highlights: ✅ The difference between market makers and liquidity providers ✅ The role of market makers and the applicable regulatory framework ✅ Strategic approaches to licensing in key markets ✅ The transformative impact of MiCA on digital asset compliance Listen now: https://lnkd.in/g9WsQcnj

Our very own Diana Xu, CAMS, Director of Sales, APAC, will be representing Solidus Labs at Taipei Blockchain Week next Thursday, December 12! Diana will be speaking on a distinguished panel alongside Linda Jeng, David Ben Kay, and Liying Wang , diving into the dynamic legal and regulatory landscape for #digitalassets and how it’s driving exciting innovation across the industry. 🚀✨ Join Diana and other thought leaders and get tickets now: https://lnkd.in/gFHzCDDa

Delphine F. sits down with Vardan Khachatryan, Chief Legal Officer and Board Member at Fastex, to discuss how Fastex is navigating Europe’s complex crypto regulations. Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ The strategic importance of Malta’s MFSA license for a seamless MiCA transition. ✅ Insights into market abuse prevention tools like Solidus HALO. ✅ Best practices to navigate building a global regulatory strategy ✅ Tips for compliance professionals to adapt to rapid regulatory changes. Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/gdWi5u4Z

MiCA is transforming compliance for digital asset markets and may impact firms already licensed under MiFID wanting to provide digital assets services. How do these frameworks work together to tackle market abuse? And what’s the impact on your compliance strategy? 📒 In our latest blog, we unpack: - The unique and overlapping requirements for market abuse prevention. - Key differences in governance, transparency, and consumer protection. - Use cases for MiFID-licensed firms expanding into the crypto market under MiCA. - Whether you’re navigating MAR’s rules or leveraging MiCA’s streamlined pathways, this guide is your roadmap to compliance. 🔗 Explore the blog now: https://lnkd.in/gn8hGUyV

Delphine F. had the pleasure of speaking with Daniel Taylor, Research and Policy Lead at Zumo, about MiCA’s sustainability requirements and their implications for the crypto industry. Daniel shares his expertise on: ✅ Navigating the challenges of sustainability disclosures under MiCA. ✅ Why CASPs and issuers must rethink their approaches to compliance and data collection. ✅ The role of crypto in driving renewable energy innovation and sustainability. ✅ How Zumo is supporting the industry with practical tools to comply with sustainability disclosure requirements wherever they apply. Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/gwNfrA4p