How European Regulators Are Redefining Crypto Custody

Lucas and Luna examine a sweeping new European regulatory framework for crypto custody that went into effect this quarter. They break down how the updated Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) rules specifically target custodial wallet providers, requiring them to segregate client funds, hold professional indemnity insurance, and submit to on-site audits. The hosts analyze why this matters for institutional adoption, how it differs from US state-by-state approaches like New York's BitLicense, and what it means for self-custody versus third-party custody models. With Bitcoin trading around $65,700 and Ethereum at $1,716, they explore how clearer custody rules could unlock the next wave of pension fund and insurance company allocations. The episode also touches on Coinbase's recent stock dip and whether traditional firms like Visa and Mastercard are watching these developments. A focused look at how regulation is reshaping the infrastructure of digital asset storage. #CryptoCustody #MiCA #EuropeanRegulation #InstitutionalCrypto #Bitcoin #Ethereum #Coinbase #Visa #Mastercard #SelfCustody #DigitalAssets #Blockchain #CryptoRegulation #Business #Technology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #CryptoPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo