Financial Regulatory

Deciphering the Enigma: The Definitive Guide to Classifying Crypto-Assets According to ESMA. MiCA or MiFID 2?
On December 17, 2024, ESMA published a final report on criteria for classifying crypto-assets, ahead of the imminent entry into force of the MiCA regulation. Below is a brief guide…

Smart Contracts in Spain: A Revolution in Commercial Law?
Smart contracts will transform the world of mergers and acquisitions. Discover how this technology is revolutionizing commercial law in Spain and its advantages.

Valuation of technology companies in Spain: Current regulatory framework and future trends
In recent years, the valuation of technology companies in Spain has experienced exponential growth, driven by digitalisation and innovation. However, this dynamic sector is subject to a complex and constantly…

DORA: The New Paradigm in ICT Incident Reporting for Financial Entities
DORA sets a new standard for reporting incidents related to Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and what this implies for Spanish financial entities.

Regulatory Evolution of AISP and PISP: New Regulations and Their Impact on the Financial Sector
Recently, a series of new European regulations have refined the regulatory framework governing AISPs and PISPs.

Proportionality in Action: Deciphering the Simplified Framework for ICT Risk Management for Smaller Financial Entities
The simplified framework for ICT risk management is a set of less stringent rules designed for smaller financial entities or those with more limited services.

The impact of MiCA on Spanish fintech startups: new challenges and opportunities
Find out how the new MiCA regulation will transform the fintech startup landscape in Spain. We analyse the challenges and opportunities posed by this new regulation for cryptocurrencies and innovative…

The Role of Lawyers in the Tokenization of Assets
Asset tokenization is the process of converting traditional assets, such as real estate, artwork or stocks, into digital tokens that can be traded on a blockchain.

DORA: Opportunities for innovation and growth in the cryptoassets market
The Cryptoasset Markets Regulation (DORA) is presented as a key catalyst to drive innovation in the cryptoasset market in Spain.

Protection of Rights over Digital Assets
Digital assets encompass a wide range of items, including cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and tokenized digital assets.
