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MiCA Masters: Surviving MICA in Poland: Compliance Tips and Hard Lessons

Łukasz Jabkowski and Maciej Grzegorczyk, attorneys at law at Kanga, reveal how they’re preparing for MiCA amid Poland’s delayed local law and strict AML oversight. From Travel Rule compliance to market abuse prevention, this episode is a must-hear for CASPs navigating high-risk jurisdictions.

MiCA Masters: Building a Compliant and Resilient Crypto Exchange

Bitvavo’s Head of Compliance, Envis Begaj, breaks down how the Dutch exchange became one of the first to secure a MiCA license, and why compliance isn’t just about rules, it’s a growth enabler.

Compliance Champions: Keys to operate in a global regulatory landscape

Crypto.com’s Global Chief Compliance Officer Antonio Alvarez shares what he’s learned navigating licensing, regulation, and risk across dozens of jurisdictions. From Travel Rule pragmatism to MiCA implementation and market abuse controls, Antonio proves that compliance-first isn’t just a bottom, it's a business model.

MiCA Masters: Risk assessments as a foundation

Hercle’s Alessio Capriati shares how his team is aligning people, processes, and priorities to meet MiCA head-on. From market abuse to AML, Travel Rule to internal audits, it all starts with knowing your risk and building from there.

MiCA Masters: The importance of a strong compliance program to scale up

Coinhouse’s Yoann Briant breaks down what it really takes to scale a crypto firm under MiCA. From company-wide compliance alignment to navigating asset segregation and market abuse challenges, he shares lessons learned from the front lines. We also dive into risk appetite frameworks, France’s unique AML requirements, and the rising regulatory tide across Europe.

MiCA Masters: The interplay between Payment Services Directive (PSD2/3) and MiCA

Markus Molleskov (Chief Risk & Compliance Officer at Januar) returns to break down the EBA’s no action letter on the interplay between Payment Services Directive (PSD2/3) and MiCA and how CASPs should prepare for dual licensing requirements. Hosted by Delphine Forma (Solidus Labs), the conversation also explores payment compliance architecture, stablecoin trends, and what’s ahead for MiCA, PSD3, and tokenized finance.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from UAE

Stanford Cardoz, VP of Compliance at BitOasis, joins Delphine Forma to unpack what it really means to be “compliance-first” in the MENA region. From VARA’s granular marketing rules to the nuances of Travel Rule implementation, this episode is a masterclass in practical crypto regulation strategy.

MiCA Masters: The importance of embedding compliance from the start

Alexandra Lloyd, Head of AML at YouHodler, joins Delphine Forma on MiCA Masters to explore practical MiCA and DORA compliance, travel rule interoperability, and the real-life process of embedding AML, fraud prevention, and token due diligence into a global crypto platform.

MiCA Masters: Technology and Compliance first

Patrick Aarikka of Kvarn Capital unpacks the compliance challenges of launching a meme coin under Title II, applying for a CASP license in Finland, and embedding compliance in a technology-first crypto startup. A must-listen for anyone facing MiCA head-on.

MiCA Masters: A pragmatic approach to MiCA Compliance

Justine Lamberger, Head of Legal at Swissborg, joins Delphine Forma to share a candid view of MiCA compliance in practice. From gap analyses to custody dilemmas and the role of regulators in shaping the future of crypto, Justine offers clear, experienced guidance and a few hard truths.

MiCA Masters: Market makers

Laura Chaput, Head of Regulatory Compliance at Keyrock, joins Delphine Forma to discuss how one of Europe’s largest market makers is preparing for MiCA. They explore DORA readiness, token due diligence, the evolving role of market makers, and how compliance can scale with decentralization.

MiCA Masters: Bridging traditional finance to digital finance

Jérôme Prigent of BCB Group discusses the firm’s MiCA application journey, compliance-first operations, and the future of stablecoins and regulation in Europe. A must-listen for crypto firms navigating regulatory waters.

MiCA Masters: Compliance as a business enabler

Dejan Davidovic, Co-Founder and Chief Operating & Integrity Officer at Kriptomat, joins MiCA Masters to share why a compliance-first mindset is a competitive advantage. Learn how Kriptomat reduced fraud by over 90%, prepped for MiCA and DORA, and built trust in Eastern Europe’s growing crypto market

MiCA Masters: Tips and best practices for successful licensing application

Nelly Doudina Popoli, Head of Risk and Compliance - EU at Zebedee, joins host Delphine Forma to share practical tips for navigating MiCA licensing. From preparing internal frameworks to collaborating with regulators, Nelly shares how companies can turn compliance into a competitive advantage. Learn why early preparation, risk ownership, and cross-team collaboration are critical for success under MiCA and beyond.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from Switzerland

Delphine Forma speaks with Christine McAteer, Head of Financial Crime and Digital Compliance at SIX Exchange, about Switzerland’s evolving approach to crypto regulation. She discusses risk frameworks, surveillance tools, and how traditional finance is adapting to digital assets, all from the lens of one of the world’s leading financial centers.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from El Salvador with the CNAD

CNAD Director César Alejandro Córdov joins host Delphine Forma to discuss how El Salvador is building a thriving, regulated digital asset ecosystem—one license at a time. From tokenized real estate to travel rule enforcement, César shares a regulator’s perspective on fostering innovation, maintaining integrity, and keeping bad actors out.

MiCA Masters: Why we have Regulations

With a unique background as a former police firearms officer and nearly two decades in AML and fintech, Mark discusses what it takes to build resilient compliance frameworks, the real-world impact of financial crime, and the evolving criminal typologies targeting the crypto industry. He shares the critical role of communication with leadership, tips on effective investigations, and his outlook on AI, DeFi risks, and transaction monitoring under MiCA.

Compliance Champions: Global perspectives with Priscilla Adams

Priscilla Adams, Group Compliance Director at Bullish, joins Solidus Labs’ Delphine Forma to unpack the challenges of building a compliance program across multiple jurisdictions. From Hong Kong to Gibraltar and Germany, Priscilla offers pragmatic insights into licensing, risk management, and market abuse detection.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from HK with Chimene Chung

Chimene Chung of EX.IO discusses navigating Hong Kong’s strict crypto licensing regime, market abuse requirements, travel rule compliance, and more. Learn how EX.IO is building a fully regulated exchange in one of the toughest jurisdictions in crypto.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from HK with Corey Tang

Corey Tang, Chief Compliance Officer at DFX Labs, dives into Hong Kong’s crypto regulations, VATP licensing challenges, and market abuse detection. Learn how compliance professionals navigate evolving global frameworks.

CMIC: Token Scams Screening

Explore how TokenSniffer detects crypto scams using blockchain transparency. Matt Bomhoff breaks down hard and soft rug pulls, scam patterns, and how investors can protect themselves. With over 1.2M scam tokens detected, TokenSniffer is setting new standards in fraud prevention. Learn how AI, regulators, and industry leaders are fighting back.

Compliance Champions: Fin Prom Regime

Navigating the UK’s Financial Promotion Regime is a major challenge for crypto firms. George Morris (Simmons & Simmons) and Carly Lowery (Gateway 21) break down the key compliance hurdles, exemptions, and regulatory expectations.

CMIC: How to Identify Scam Crypto Platforms

CMIC Workstream on Countering Fraud series takes off with the first podcast with Julia Baranovskaya, Chief Compliance Officer at NDAX, who discusses how to spot scam crypto platforms. This episode focuses on identifying red flags, understanding crypto-specific scams, and the growing role of AI in scam activities. Learn practical tips and tools for fraud prevention, and how the crypto industry is coming together to strengthen market integrity.

Compliance Champions: Trade surveillance in practice

Jugnu Verma, Head of Market Surveillance at BitMEX, discusses trade surveillance challenges in crypto. Learn about market manipulation, AI’s role in compliance, and how BitMEX prevented $5M+ in fraud.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from Asia

Delphine Forma talks with Amy Han, Head of Compliance APAC at BitGo, about Singapore’s evolving regulatory landscape, licensing, compliance challenges, and industry collaboration. A must-listen for anyone in crypto compliance and market integrity!

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from the UK

Charlotte Baker, UK Head of Compliance & MLRO at Bitstamp discusses her path into crypto compliance, how Bitstamp prioritizes regulation and security, and breaks down key aspects of the UK’s crypto regulatory environment, including the FCA’s financial promotions regime and travel rule.

MiCA Masters: Insights from the National Bank of Slovakia

Erald Ghoos, CEO of OKX Europe, talks about how OKX became one of the first MiCA-licensed crypto firms. He shares the challenges, regulatory trends, and what’s next for crypto compliance in Europe.

MiCA Masters: Insights from one of the first MiCA Licensed CASP - OKX Europe

Erald Ghoos, CEO of OKX Europe, talks about how OKX became one of the first MiCA-licensed crypto firms. He shares the challenges, regulatory trends, and what’s next for crypto compliance in Europe.

MiCA Masters: MiCA, Market Abuse, and the Path to Regulatory-Ready Crypto Platforms

Julien Vallet, CEO & Co-Founder of Finst, talks about MiCA compliance, market abuse detection, and building safer crypto trading platforms.

MiCA Masters: Insights from a National Competent Authority - Bank of Latvia

In this episode of MiCA Masters, Marine Krasovska, Head of Fintech Supervision at the Bank of Latvia, joins Delphine Forma to discuss how Latvia is preparing for MiCA.

MiCA Masters: Perspective from a crypto market maker

Delphine Forma chats with Michiel Van Tichelen, Head of Legal & Compliance at Kairon Labs, about MiCA, market making, and regulatory challenges in crypto.

MiCA Masters: Risks of Staking

Staking is evolving fast, and compliance is becoming a critical factor in institutional adoption. In this episode of MiCA Masters, Delphine Forma sits down with Polin Pavlova, Compliance Lead at Kiln.

MiCA Masters: Being at the forefront of Compliance - Fideum

Anastasija Plotnikova, CEO & Founder of Fideum, discusses how crypto firms can prepare for MiCA, the challenges of AML & Travel Rule implementation, and the future of DeFi under regulation.

MiCA Masters: Perspective from a National Regulator - Bank of Hungary

Delphine Forma sits down with Tamas Katona, Senior Policy Officer at the Central Bank of Hungary, to discuss how Hungary is preparing for MiCA implementation, the challenges of regulating crypto and DeFi, and the importance of open dialogue between regulators and industry players.

MiCA Masters: MiCA crypto compliance tips and best practices

Join Ana Carolina Carlos de Oliveira, Chief Compliance Officer at Venga, as she discusses how startups can lead with compliance, navigate MiCA regulations, and build trust in the crypto ecosystem.

January 31, 2025

Crypto and Brazil’s Renaissance of Financial Regulation

Explore how Brazil’s forward-thinking financial regulation is driving global crypto adoption in the latest episode of DACOM Digital with Commissioner Otto Lobo of CVM.

MiCA Masters: Compliance as a competitive advantage with B2C2

Dive deep into the evolving world of crypto compliance with Oumou Ba, Head of Compliance at B2C2 Luxembourg. In this episode, Oumou shares her journey from traditional finance to crypto, the challenges of MiCA implementation, and her tips for navigating compliance in the ever-changing crypto regulatory landscape.

MiCA Masters: Best execution

Discover how MiCA’s best execution principles are reshaping institutional crypto trading in this MiCA Masters episode. Join Delphine Forma and Josh Peschko of Talos as they explore compliance strategies, infrastructure solutions, and the evolving global regulatory landscape.

MiCA Masters: Perspective from market maker

Niels Lemmers, Head of Public Affairs at Flow Traders, delves into the regulatory nuances of MiCA for market makers, the challenges of bridging TradeFi and DeFi, and the importance of regulation for institutional adoption.

MiCA Masters: Market Makers - Setting the scene

Andrea Vianelli, Global Lead L&C, AM, VC and Funds at Laser Digital, explores the nuances of market making, regulatory strategy, and emerging trends like tokenization in this compelling episode of MiCA Masters.

MiCA Masters: Being at the forefront of compliance globally

Delve into Fastex’s MiCA readiness strategy with Vardan Khachatryan in our latest MiCA Masters episode. Learn how this innovative Web3 ecosystem is aligning with stringent global compliance standards while driving blockchain innovation.

MiCA Masters: Sustainability Requirements in MiCA

Daniel Taylor, Research and Policy Lead at Zumo, joins DACOM Digital to discuss MiCA’s groundbreaking sustainability requirements. From disclosure challenges to fostering innovation in renewable energy, this episode is packed with insights.

MiCA Masters: Tips and best practices for MiCA and crypto compliance with MoonPay

Eoin Kearns, Head of Compliance, AML, and MLRO at MoonPay, unpacks the critical role compliance plays in the crypto industry. From navigating the complexities of MiCA to preparing for the EU’s Travel Rule, Eoin shares practical insights, challenges, and strategies for building a safer, more compliant digital asset ecosystem.

MiCA Masters: How MiCA and MiFID II create the fundamentals for market growth

Solidus Labs’ Delphine Forma sits down with Mario Hoessl-Neumann, General Counsel at One Trading to explore building Europe’s first regulated exchange for perpetual futures, navigating MiCA, and addressing market abuse challenges.

MiCA Masters: DORA and Travel Rule

Explore the latest MiCA Masters Podcast episode with Elsa Madrolle of VerifyVASP, discussing Travel Rule compliance, DORA, and crypto innovation.

MiCA Masters: Perspective from an Exchange

Delphine Forma interviews Giovanni Cunti, CEO of Gate.MT, on Malta’s regulatory environment, MiCA compliance, and the future of stablecoins in Europe. Gain insights into Gate.MT’s journey to becoming a MiCA-compliant exchange and the challenges of operating in the regulated crypto space.

MiCA Masters: Insights from a National Competent Authority - Portugal CMVM

Join Delphine Forma and Joao Vieira dos Santos, Legal Advisor at Portugal’s CMVM, as they discuss Portugal’s regulatory journey with MiCA, the future of DeFi and DAOs, and strategies for tackling market abuse in the crypto space. Gain insights into the intersection of crypto and regulation, as well as the challenges of implementing digital asset compliance in Europe.

MiCA Masters: Being at the forefront of compliance

Mauro Halve, Head of Compliance at Amdax, joins DACOM Digital’s MiCA Masters series to discuss crypto compliance challenges and strategies. Discover Amdax’s compliance-first approach, their journey toward MiCA and DORA compliance, and Mauro’s insights into building trust and aligning with regulators in the crypto space.

MiCA Masters: On and off ramping regulatory challenges

Tune in to our latest MiCA Masters episode featuring Marcus Molleskov, Chief Risk and Compliance Officer at Januar. Discover how Januar is navigating MiCA and other regulations, ensuring secure payment infrastructure for the digital asset industry across Europe.

MiCA Masters: Insights from an EU crypto exchange

Philipp Bohrn, of Regulatory Compliance and Public Affairs at Bitpanda, shares his experience navigating MiCA regulations and shaping the future of digital assets in Europe. He discusses regulatory challenges, market abuse frameworks, and Bitpanda’s efforts to set industry standards.

MiCA Masters: Insights from a National Competent Authority

Florian Pekler, Financial Innovation Supervisor at Austria’s Financial Market Authority (FMA), discusses Austria’s regulatory stance on crypto, MiCA implementation, and market integrity. Discover Austria’s proactive efforts in communicating with market participants and its strategy for handling the upcoming DORA and MiCA regulations.

MiCA Masters: DeFi Crypto compliance

Delphine Forma speaks with Olena Zadbroska from 1inch Labs about DeFi compliance, the impact of MiCA, and shaping the future of decentralized finance. Discover the strategies being implemented to mitigate risks and the evolving role of regulation.

MiCA Masters: Insights from a National Competent Authority

Rosvaldas Krusna, Advisor to the Board at the Bank of Lithuania discusses how the bank is preparing for MiCA and the evolving regulatory landscape of crypto assets. Rosvaldas shares the lessons learned, the importance of international cooperation, and what the future holds for decentralized finance.

MiCA Masters: The role of Compliance in shaping the crypto industry

We’re joined by Rossella Gancitano, Head of Compliance and MLRO at Binance Italy. Rossella shares insights into the evolving role of compliance in shaping the crypto industry, preparing for MiCA regulation, and fostering a compliance culture.

MiCA Masters: Tips and best practices for MiCA and crypto compliance

In episode 10 of the MiCA Masters series, Dorianne Spiteri, Chief Legal Officer at Chiliz Group, shares insights into Chiliz’s groundbreaking fan token initiative, the challenges of global regulation, and how the company is preparing for MiCA compliance.

MiCA Masters: Insights from a National Regulator

In this episode of MiCA Masters, Camille Pepos, Head of Fintech Supervision at MFSA, shares how Malta has been a leader in crypto regulation since 2017 and how they’re preparing for MiCA. Hear insights on regulatory challenges, DeFi, and AML from a national regulator’s perspective.

MiCA Masters: Insights from ESMA

William Marshall from ESMA provides an in-depth look at how MiCA will shape crypto regulations in the EU, ESMA’s approach to DeFi and market abuse, and the role of ESMA in striking a balance between fostering innovation, investors protection, market integrity and financial stability.

September 30, 2024

The View From the Hill: Fireside Chat with Congressman Tom Emmer, House Majority Whip

In this special DACOM Digital episode, Congressman Tom Emmer, Majority Whip of the U.S. House of Representatives, joins Solidus Labs Co-Founder and CXO Chen Arad for a fireside chat as part of DACOM New York 2024. Emmer shares his views on crypto legislation and whether it’s possible to provide clarity in 2024, the importance of non-partisanship, the ideological sources of his focus on crypto legislation, and why as important as this election is, it’s as important to come together afterwards despite our differences.

MiCA Masters: Compliance as a competitive advantage

Ajinkya M. Tulpule, General Counsel at BitFlyer Europe, shares insights on MiCA compliance, crypto regulation in the EU, and Bitflyer’s competitive approach. Don’t miss this in-depth discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing the crypto industry.

MiCA Masters: Insights from an architect of MiCA

Peter Kerstens, Advisor at the European Commission, discusses the evolution of MiCA, the impact of crypto regulations in the EU, and the future of decentralized finance in our latest MiCA Masters episode.

MiCA Masters: Tips and best practices for MiCA and crypto compliance

In Episode 5 of the MiCA Masters Series, Sophie Bowler, Group Chief Compliance Officer at Zodia Custody, discusses her experience in crypto compliance, the impact of MiCA, and how Zodia is addressing the challenges of the evolving regulatory environment. Don’t miss this insightful episode!

MiCA Masters: The challenges of MiCA and crypto compliance

Join us for Episode 4 of the MiCA Masters Series with Cecile Henry, Chief Compliance and Legal Officer at Meria and Deskcoin, as she shares her experiences in crypto compliance and MiCA preparation.

MiCA Masters: Reverse solicitation

In the third episode of our MiCA Masters series, Andrea Pantaleo, Head of Crypto and Web3 at DLA Piper, breaks down the intricacies of reverse solicitation under MiCA. He provides essential guidance for non-EU firms on navigating compliance and strategic planning as they look to serve European clients.

MiCA Masters: Perspectives from an offshore exchange

In the second episode of our MiCA Masters series, Nick Wright, Chief Legal Officer at VALR, discusses how non-EU firms can navigate the regulatory landscape as they seek to serve European clients, providing key insights into VALR’s expansion into the European market and the broader impact of MiCA on global crypto regulation.

MiCA Masters: Behind the scenes of MiCA

In this first episode of our MiCA Master series, Tommaso Astazi from APCO discusses his role in shaping MiCA, the challenges of its implementation, and the future of blockchain regulation. Gain insights into navigating the evolving crypto regulatory landscape.

August 12, 2024

Spot on! Unpacking the ETF Approval, It’s Impact, and What’s Next

In our latest DACOM Digital episode by Solidus Labs, we're exploring the exciting world of crypto with the recent Spot Bitcoin ETFs approval. This landmark event underscores the pivotal role of strategic partnerships and milestones in driving mainstream crypto adoption.

August 12, 2024

Customer Conversations: Market Surveillance Solutions in Action

In this episode, we sit down with Imogen Bester from Luno Global, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, to discuss the concrete challenges faced by cryptocurrency exchanges like Luno Global and how market surveillance solutions are playing a pivotal role in securing a more stable and secure crypto landscape.

August 12, 2024

First in Line for a Crypto ETF: 21.co VP and Head of Legal Andrew Jacobson

Andrew Jacobson, VP and Head of Legal at 21Shares’ parent company 21.co speaks about 21Shares’ role as one of the leading crypto-native exchange traded fund (ETF) and product (ETP) issuers, shedding light on its ongoing effort to enable safe and regulated crypto trading.

August 12, 2024

The Importance of Compliance and Regulatory Foresight in Canada’s Evolving Crypto Economy

Pamela Draper, the co-founder, CEO, and president of Bitvo, one of Canada’s oldest crypto platforms with a focus on regulation and safety, shares her journey from traditional finance to crypto.

August 12, 2024

Navigating MiCA and French Crypto Regulation with Rija Ramolarison

In this episode of DACOM Digital, Rija Rameloarison, Chief Compliance and Legal Officer at Meria, shares insights into his journey from studying law and compliance in France to working at a leading regulated crypto platform.

February 17, 2023

Building institutional bridges into crypto and DeFi

Oasis Pro Markets CEO Pat LaVecchia joins DACOM Digital to discuss his journey from decades as a Wall Street heavyweight, through deep DeFi work advising MakerDAO on compliance to founding OPM in order to enable DeFi for institutions. LaVecchia speaks to Solidus Co-founder & COO Chen Arad about OPM’s recent oversubscribed funding round and what it means for institutional interest in crypto, the huge opportunity for further institutional adoption of DeFi, as well as the regulatory and operational challenges, and how OPM is solving them. And - what can crypto and DeFi learn from the early days of the internet?

August 12, 2024

Crypto compliance, education, and FTX’s impact in the Bahamas

FTX Digital Markets’ CCO and MLRO, Jessica Murray, joins the most recent episode of DACOM Digital to share insights and best practices from her experience leading the compliance team for one of the world’s leading exchanges, how a career in education led her to compliance and discuss the impact FTX’s move to The Bahamas has on the local economy.

February 17, 2023

Balancing Accessibility and Risk Mitigation in DeFi with Rebecca Rettig

From litigating early cases on peer-to-peer music file-sharing, to becoming General Counsel at Aave Companies, Rebecca Rettig is one of the leading thinkers on decentralized finance and crypto’s legal challenges. Tune in as she joins Chen Arad to break down key DeFi concepts, discuss Aave’s impact on the industry, and deep-dives into what the industry and regulators are thinking about the evolving balance between accessibility and risk in DeFi.

August 27, 2024

Another Bitcoin ETF Bites the Dust - What Can the Industry do to Get the Approval?

Solidus’ Chen Arad discusses the latest bitcoin ETF rejection and what the industry can do to get approval along with Valkyrie’s COO and Cofounder Leah Wald.

February 17, 2023

Advancing More Constructive Dialogue with Regulators for Crypto Regulation

“The attitude that I hear from a lot of staffers and lobbyists on Capitol Hill is that the crypto industry comes in and presumes a certain amount of knowledge and respect. That is simply not how The Hill works.” Kate Goldman, Senior Policy Associate at leading blockchain analytics firm Elliptic joined Solidus’ Chen Arad to share insights from the trenches of crypto policy in Washington. ‍

February 17, 2023

How the Crypto Industry Can Create Safer Crypto Trading Environments

Graham Rodford, Founder and CEO of Archax, sat down with Chen Arad to discuss the motives behind Archax’s insistence on regulation-first, what types of securities and crypto can be traded on the the platform today and will be tradable in the future, as well as the impacts and conclusions from Terra’s collapse on the crypto industry.

February 17, 2023

De-risking DeFi & the Terra ecosystem’s meltdown with Ian Melhorn

Chen Arad, Co-Founder and COO of Solidus Labs and the host of the brand new DACOM Digital podcast, sat down with the Crypto and Blockchain Training Specialist of Circle, Ian Melhorn, to discuss Circle University, a new resource that will be launching soon with bitcoin, blockchain, and web3 learning resources, and the recent meltdown of the Terra ecosystem.

August 27, 2024

Accessible Crypto Data, Market Integrity & Crypto Adoption

“Hopefully the Terra/LUNA meltdown will inspire learning and optimization and bring more and better businesses into the space for crypto ratings or smart contract audits.” Joshua Frank , The Tie’s Co-Founder and CEO sat down with Solidus’ Chen Arad to discuss lessons that can be learned from the recent market turmoil, how good accessible data can help adoption, and what’s the connection between shabbat dinners and crypto.‍

February 17, 2023

Visa’s Launch into Crypto & the Democratization of Finance

Damon Burk, Director of Business Development; Ventures, Fintech, and Partnerships LATAM for Visa joined Solidus’ Chen Arad to share how Visa’s crypto strategy has evolved, why crypto makes sense as a means of payment in so many parts of the world, the democratization of finance, and how Visa’ brand of integrity and trust can help digital assets grow into emerging markets.

February 17, 2023

Fiat Onramps and Regulated Crypto

“Compliant regulatory developer tools are the best way to bring crypto to the next billion people. The Terra UST/LUNA debacle has highlighted the need for strong regulatory presence and an important framework for how you integrate around assets.” Jamal Raees, Director of Crypto Strategy at Wyre, joined Solidus’ Chen Arad at Permissionless in West Palm Beach to discuss Wyre’s recent $1.4 billion acquisition by Bolt, and how Wyre as the leading fiat onramp to crypto is providing critical tools and working across the industry to make the crypto ecosystem safe, accessible, regulated, and compliant.

MiCA Masters: Surviving MICA in Poland: Compliance Tips and Hard Lessons

Łukasz Jabkowski and Maciej Grzegorczyk, attorneys at law at Kanga, reveal how they’re preparing for MiCA amid Poland’s delayed local law and strict AML oversight. From Travel Rule compliance to market abuse prevention, this episode is a must-hear for CASPs navigating high-risk jurisdictions.

MiCA Masters: Building a Compliant and Resilient Crypto Exchange

Bitvavo’s Head of Compliance, Envis Begaj, breaks down how the Dutch exchange became one of the first to secure a MiCA license, and why compliance isn’t just about rules, it’s a growth enabler.

MiCA Masters: Risk assessments as a foundation

Hercle’s Alessio Capriati shares how his team is aligning people, processes, and priorities to meet MiCA head-on. From market abuse to AML, Travel Rule to internal audits, it all starts with knowing your risk and building from there.

MiCA Masters: The importance of a strong compliance program to scale up

Coinhouse’s Yoann Briant breaks down what it really takes to scale a crypto firm under MiCA. From company-wide compliance alignment to navigating asset segregation and market abuse challenges, he shares lessons learned from the front lines. We also dive into risk appetite frameworks, France’s unique AML requirements, and the rising regulatory tide across Europe.

MiCA Masters: The interplay between Payment Services Directive (PSD2/3) and MiCA

Markus Molleskov (Chief Risk & Compliance Officer at Januar) returns to break down the EBA’s no action letter on the interplay between Payment Services Directive (PSD2/3) and MiCA and how CASPs should prepare for dual licensing requirements. Hosted by Delphine Forma (Solidus Labs), the conversation also explores payment compliance architecture, stablecoin trends, and what’s ahead for MiCA, PSD3, and tokenized finance.

MiCA Masters: The importance of embedding compliance from the start

Alexandra Lloyd, Head of AML at YouHodler, joins Delphine Forma on MiCA Masters to explore practical MiCA and DORA compliance, travel rule interoperability, and the real-life process of embedding AML, fraud prevention, and token due diligence into a global crypto platform.

MiCA Masters: Technology and Compliance first

Patrick Aarikka of Kvarn Capital unpacks the compliance challenges of launching a meme coin under Title II, applying for a CASP license in Finland, and embedding compliance in a technology-first crypto startup. A must-listen for anyone facing MiCA head-on.

MiCA Masters: A pragmatic approach to MiCA Compliance

Justine Lamberger, Head of Legal at Swissborg, joins Delphine Forma to share a candid view of MiCA compliance in practice. From gap analyses to custody dilemmas and the role of regulators in shaping the future of crypto, Justine offers clear, experienced guidance and a few hard truths.

MiCA Masters: Market makers

Laura Chaput, Head of Regulatory Compliance at Keyrock, joins Delphine Forma to discuss how one of Europe’s largest market makers is preparing for MiCA. They explore DORA readiness, token due diligence, the evolving role of market makers, and how compliance can scale with decentralization.

MiCA Masters: Bridging traditional finance to digital finance

Jérôme Prigent of BCB Group discusses the firm’s MiCA application journey, compliance-first operations, and the future of stablecoins and regulation in Europe. A must-listen for crypto firms navigating regulatory waters.

MiCA Masters: Compliance as a business enabler

Dejan Davidovic, Co-Founder and Chief Operating & Integrity Officer at Kriptomat, joins MiCA Masters to share why a compliance-first mindset is a competitive advantage. Learn how Kriptomat reduced fraud by over 90%, prepped for MiCA and DORA, and built trust in Eastern Europe’s growing crypto market

MiCA Masters: Tips and best practices for successful licensing application

Nelly Doudina Popoli, Head of Risk and Compliance - EU at Zebedee, joins host Delphine Forma to share practical tips for navigating MiCA licensing. From preparing internal frameworks to collaborating with regulators, Nelly shares how companies can turn compliance into a competitive advantage. Learn why early preparation, risk ownership, and cross-team collaboration are critical for success under MiCA and beyond.

MiCA Masters: Why we have Regulations

With a unique background as a former police firearms officer and nearly two decades in AML and fintech, Mark discusses what it takes to build resilient compliance frameworks, the real-world impact of financial crime, and the evolving criminal typologies targeting the crypto industry. He shares the critical role of communication with leadership, tips on effective investigations, and his outlook on AI, DeFi risks, and transaction monitoring under MiCA.

MiCA Masters: Insights from the National Bank of Slovakia

Erald Ghoos, CEO of OKX Europe, talks about how OKX became one of the first MiCA-licensed crypto firms. He shares the challenges, regulatory trends, and what’s next for crypto compliance in Europe.

MiCA Masters: Insights from one of the first MiCA Licensed CASP - OKX Europe

Erald Ghoos, CEO of OKX Europe, talks about how OKX became one of the first MiCA-licensed crypto firms. He shares the challenges, regulatory trends, and what’s next for crypto compliance in Europe.

MiCA Masters: MiCA, Market Abuse, and the Path to Regulatory-Ready Crypto Platforms

Julien Vallet, CEO & Co-Founder of Finst, talks about MiCA compliance, market abuse detection, and building safer crypto trading platforms.

MiCA Masters: Insights from a National Competent Authority - Bank of Latvia

In this episode of MiCA Masters, Marine Krasovska, Head of Fintech Supervision at the Bank of Latvia, joins Delphine Forma to discuss how Latvia is preparing for MiCA.

MiCA Masters: Perspective from a crypto market maker

Delphine Forma chats with Michiel Van Tichelen, Head of Legal & Compliance at Kairon Labs, about MiCA, market making, and regulatory challenges in crypto.

MiCA Masters: Risks of Staking

Staking is evolving fast, and compliance is becoming a critical factor in institutional adoption. In this episode of MiCA Masters, Delphine Forma sits down with Polin Pavlova, Compliance Lead at Kiln.

MiCA Masters: Being at the forefront of Compliance - Fideum

Anastasija Plotnikova, CEO & Founder of Fideum, discusses how crypto firms can prepare for MiCA, the challenges of AML & Travel Rule implementation, and the future of DeFi under regulation.

MiCA Masters: Perspective from a National Regulator - Bank of Hungary

Delphine Forma sits down with Tamas Katona, Senior Policy Officer at the Central Bank of Hungary, to discuss how Hungary is preparing for MiCA implementation, the challenges of regulating crypto and DeFi, and the importance of open dialogue between regulators and industry players.

MiCA Masters: MiCA crypto compliance tips and best practices

Join Ana Carolina Carlos de Oliveira, Chief Compliance Officer at Venga, as she discusses how startups can lead with compliance, navigate MiCA regulations, and build trust in the crypto ecosystem.

MiCA Masters: Compliance as a competitive advantage with B2C2

Dive deep into the evolving world of crypto compliance with Oumou Ba, Head of Compliance at B2C2 Luxembourg. In this episode, Oumou shares her journey from traditional finance to crypto, the challenges of MiCA implementation, and her tips for navigating compliance in the ever-changing crypto regulatory landscape.

MiCA Masters: Best execution

Discover how MiCA’s best execution principles are reshaping institutional crypto trading in this MiCA Masters episode. Join Delphine Forma and Josh Peschko of Talos as they explore compliance strategies, infrastructure solutions, and the evolving global regulatory landscape.

MiCA Masters: Perspective from market maker

Niels Lemmers, Head of Public Affairs at Flow Traders, delves into the regulatory nuances of MiCA for market makers, the challenges of bridging TradeFi and DeFi, and the importance of regulation for institutional adoption.

MiCA Masters: Market Makers - Setting the scene

Andrea Vianelli, Global Lead L&C, AM, VC and Funds at Laser Digital, explores the nuances of market making, regulatory strategy, and emerging trends like tokenization in this compelling episode of MiCA Masters.

MiCA Masters: Being at the forefront of compliance globally

Delve into Fastex’s MiCA readiness strategy with Vardan Khachatryan in our latest MiCA Masters episode. Learn how this innovative Web3 ecosystem is aligning with stringent global compliance standards while driving blockchain innovation.

MiCA Masters: Sustainability Requirements in MiCA

Daniel Taylor, Research and Policy Lead at Zumo, joins DACOM Digital to discuss MiCA’s groundbreaking sustainability requirements. From disclosure challenges to fostering innovation in renewable energy, this episode is packed with insights.

MiCA Masters: Tips and best practices for MiCA and crypto compliance with MoonPay

Eoin Kearns, Head of Compliance, AML, and MLRO at MoonPay, unpacks the critical role compliance plays in the crypto industry. From navigating the complexities of MiCA to preparing for the EU’s Travel Rule, Eoin shares practical insights, challenges, and strategies for building a safer, more compliant digital asset ecosystem.

MiCA Masters: How MiCA and MiFID II create the fundamentals for market growth

Solidus Labs’ Delphine Forma sits down with Mario Hoessl-Neumann, General Counsel at One Trading to explore building Europe’s first regulated exchange for perpetual futures, navigating MiCA, and addressing market abuse challenges.

MiCA Masters: DORA and Travel Rule

Explore the latest MiCA Masters Podcast episode with Elsa Madrolle of VerifyVASP, discussing Travel Rule compliance, DORA, and crypto innovation.

MiCA Masters: Perspective from an Exchange

Delphine Forma interviews Giovanni Cunti, CEO of Gate.MT, on Malta’s regulatory environment, MiCA compliance, and the future of stablecoins in Europe. Gain insights into Gate.MT’s journey to becoming a MiCA-compliant exchange and the challenges of operating in the regulated crypto space.

MiCA Masters: Insights from a National Competent Authority - Portugal CMVM

Join Delphine Forma and Joao Vieira dos Santos, Legal Advisor at Portugal’s CMVM, as they discuss Portugal’s regulatory journey with MiCA, the future of DeFi and DAOs, and strategies for tackling market abuse in the crypto space. Gain insights into the intersection of crypto and regulation, as well as the challenges of implementing digital asset compliance in Europe.

MiCA Masters: Being at the forefront of compliance

Mauro Halve, Head of Compliance at Amdax, joins DACOM Digital’s MiCA Masters series to discuss crypto compliance challenges and strategies. Discover Amdax’s compliance-first approach, their journey toward MiCA and DORA compliance, and Mauro’s insights into building trust and aligning with regulators in the crypto space.

MiCA Masters: On and off ramping regulatory challenges

Tune in to our latest MiCA Masters episode featuring Marcus Molleskov, Chief Risk and Compliance Officer at Januar. Discover how Januar is navigating MiCA and other regulations, ensuring secure payment infrastructure for the digital asset industry across Europe.

MiCA Masters: Insights from an EU crypto exchange

Philipp Bohrn, of Regulatory Compliance and Public Affairs at Bitpanda, shares his experience navigating MiCA regulations and shaping the future of digital assets in Europe. He discusses regulatory challenges, market abuse frameworks, and Bitpanda’s efforts to set industry standards.

MiCA Masters: Insights from a National Competent Authority

Florian Pekler, Financial Innovation Supervisor at Austria’s Financial Market Authority (FMA), discusses Austria’s regulatory stance on crypto, MiCA implementation, and market integrity. Discover Austria’s proactive efforts in communicating with market participants and its strategy for handling the upcoming DORA and MiCA regulations.

MiCA Masters: DeFi Crypto compliance

Delphine Forma speaks with Olena Zadbroska from 1inch Labs about DeFi compliance, the impact of MiCA, and shaping the future of decentralized finance. Discover the strategies being implemented to mitigate risks and the evolving role of regulation.

MiCA Masters: Insights from a National Competent Authority

Rosvaldas Krusna, Advisor to the Board at the Bank of Lithuania discusses how the bank is preparing for MiCA and the evolving regulatory landscape of crypto assets. Rosvaldas shares the lessons learned, the importance of international cooperation, and what the future holds for decentralized finance.

MiCA Masters: The role of Compliance in shaping the crypto industry

We’re joined by Rossella Gancitano, Head of Compliance and MLRO at Binance Italy. Rossella shares insights into the evolving role of compliance in shaping the crypto industry, preparing for MiCA regulation, and fostering a compliance culture.

MiCA Masters: Tips and best practices for MiCA and crypto compliance

In episode 10 of the MiCA Masters series, Dorianne Spiteri, Chief Legal Officer at Chiliz Group, shares insights into Chiliz’s groundbreaking fan token initiative, the challenges of global regulation, and how the company is preparing for MiCA compliance.

MiCA Masters: Insights from a National Regulator

In this episode of MiCA Masters, Camille Pepos, Head of Fintech Supervision at MFSA, shares how Malta has been a leader in crypto regulation since 2017 and how they’re preparing for MiCA. Hear insights on regulatory challenges, DeFi, and AML from a national regulator’s perspective.

MiCA Masters: Insights from ESMA

William Marshall from ESMA provides an in-depth look at how MiCA will shape crypto regulations in the EU, ESMA’s approach to DeFi and market abuse, and the role of ESMA in striking a balance between fostering innovation, investors protection, market integrity and financial stability.

MiCA Masters: Compliance as a competitive advantage

Ajinkya M. Tulpule, General Counsel at BitFlyer Europe, shares insights on MiCA compliance, crypto regulation in the EU, and Bitflyer’s competitive approach. Don’t miss this in-depth discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing the crypto industry.

MiCA Masters: Insights from an architect of MiCA

Peter Kerstens, Advisor at the European Commission, discusses the evolution of MiCA, the impact of crypto regulations in the EU, and the future of decentralized finance in our latest MiCA Masters episode.

MiCA Masters: Tips and best practices for MiCA and crypto compliance

In Episode 5 of the MiCA Masters Series, Sophie Bowler, Group Chief Compliance Officer at Zodia Custody, discusses her experience in crypto compliance, the impact of MiCA, and how Zodia is addressing the challenges of the evolving regulatory environment. Don’t miss this insightful episode!

MiCA Masters: The challenges of MiCA and crypto compliance

Join us for Episode 4 of the MiCA Masters Series with Cecile Henry, Chief Compliance and Legal Officer at Meria and Deskcoin, as she shares her experiences in crypto compliance and MiCA preparation.

MiCA Masters: Reverse solicitation

In the third episode of our MiCA Masters series, Andrea Pantaleo, Head of Crypto and Web3 at DLA Piper, breaks down the intricacies of reverse solicitation under MiCA. He provides essential guidance for non-EU firms on navigating compliance and strategic planning as they look to serve European clients.

MiCA Masters: Perspectives from an offshore exchange

In the second episode of our MiCA Masters series, Nick Wright, Chief Legal Officer at VALR, discusses how non-EU firms can navigate the regulatory landscape as they seek to serve European clients, providing key insights into VALR’s expansion into the European market and the broader impact of MiCA on global crypto regulation.

MiCA Masters: Behind the scenes of MiCA

In this first episode of our MiCA Master series, Tommaso Astazi from APCO discusses his role in shaping MiCA, the challenges of its implementation, and the future of blockchain regulation. Gain insights into navigating the evolving crypto regulatory landscape.

Compliance Champions: Keys to operate in a global regulatory landscape

Crypto.com’s Global Chief Compliance Officer Antonio Alvarez shares what he’s learned navigating licensing, regulation, and risk across dozens of jurisdictions. From Travel Rule pragmatism to MiCA implementation and market abuse controls, Antonio proves that compliance-first isn’t just a bottom, it's a business model.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from UAE

Stanford Cardoz, VP of Compliance at BitOasis, joins Delphine Forma to unpack what it really means to be “compliance-first” in the MENA region. From VARA’s granular marketing rules to the nuances of Travel Rule implementation, this episode is a masterclass in practical crypto regulation strategy.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from Switzerland

Delphine Forma speaks with Christine McAteer, Head of Financial Crime and Digital Compliance at SIX Exchange, about Switzerland’s evolving approach to crypto regulation. She discusses risk frameworks, surveillance tools, and how traditional finance is adapting to digital assets, all from the lens of one of the world’s leading financial centers.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from El Salvador with the CNAD

CNAD Director César Alejandro Córdov joins host Delphine Forma to discuss how El Salvador is building a thriving, regulated digital asset ecosystem—one license at a time. From tokenized real estate to travel rule enforcement, César shares a regulator’s perspective on fostering innovation, maintaining integrity, and keeping bad actors out.

Compliance Champions: Global perspectives with Priscilla Adams

Priscilla Adams, Group Compliance Director at Bullish, joins Solidus Labs’ Delphine Forma to unpack the challenges of building a compliance program across multiple jurisdictions. From Hong Kong to Gibraltar and Germany, Priscilla offers pragmatic insights into licensing, risk management, and market abuse detection.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from HK with Chimene Chung

Chimene Chung of EX.IO discusses navigating Hong Kong’s strict crypto licensing regime, market abuse requirements, travel rule compliance, and more. Learn how EX.IO is building a fully regulated exchange in one of the toughest jurisdictions in crypto.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from HK with Corey Tang

Corey Tang, Chief Compliance Officer at DFX Labs, dives into Hong Kong’s crypto regulations, VATP licensing challenges, and market abuse detection. Learn how compliance professionals navigate evolving global frameworks.

Compliance Champions: Fin Prom Regime

Navigating the UK’s Financial Promotion Regime is a major challenge for crypto firms. George Morris (Simmons & Simmons) and Carly Lowery (Gateway 21) break down the key compliance hurdles, exemptions, and regulatory expectations.

Compliance Champions: Trade surveillance in practice

Jugnu Verma, Head of Market Surveillance at BitMEX, discusses trade surveillance challenges in crypto. Learn about market manipulation, AI’s role in compliance, and how BitMEX prevented $5M+ in fraud.

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from Asia

Delphine Forma talks with Amy Han, Head of Compliance APAC at BitGo, about Singapore’s evolving regulatory landscape, licensing, compliance challenges, and industry collaboration. A must-listen for anyone in crypto compliance and market integrity!

Compliance Champions: Perspectives from the UK

Charlotte Baker, UK Head of Compliance & MLRO at Bitstamp discusses her path into crypto compliance, how Bitstamp prioritizes regulation and security, and breaks down key aspects of the UK’s crypto regulatory environment, including the FCA’s financial promotions regime and travel rule.

CMIC: Token Scams Screening

Explore how TokenSniffer detects crypto scams using blockchain transparency. Matt Bomhoff breaks down hard and soft rug pulls, scam patterns, and how investors can protect themselves. With over 1.2M scam tokens detected, TokenSniffer is setting new standards in fraud prevention. Learn how AI, regulators, and industry leaders are fighting back.

CMIC: How to Identify Scam Crypto Platforms

CMIC Workstream on Countering Fraud series takes off with the first podcast with Julia Baranovskaya, Chief Compliance Officer at NDAX, who discusses how to spot scam crypto platforms. This episode focuses on identifying red flags, understanding crypto-specific scams, and the growing role of AI in scam activities. Learn practical tips and tools for fraud prevention, and how the crypto industry is coming together to strengthen market integrity.