AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCrypto Regulation in Focus: Coinbase will pause LCX deposits and withdrawals July 27–29 to support an LCX token migration aligned with EU MiCA, with legacy tokens converted 1:1 automatically and no fees during the swap—another sign Liechtenstein’s crypto ecosystem is staying tightly linked to EU rules. MiCA Register Momentum: ESMA added 14 more crypto asset service providers to its MiCA register, bringing the total to 294, including Ripple Payments Europe and Liechtenstein-based Kaiser Partner Privatbank, while licensing momentum appears to be slowing after the initial post-deadline surge. Payments & Licensing: Paymonade (Liechtenstein’s FMA-authorised) secured a MiCA licence to offer regulated crypto services across 30 European markets under one passportable authorisation, aiming to scale headcount and transaction volumes. Trade & Small Economies: New Zealand’s FIT Partnership grew to 19 members as Korea, Peru and Thailand joined in Auckland, with Liechtenstein among the founding group pushing for simpler, more predictable trade rules. EU Climate Policy: The European Commission unveiled plans to overhaul the EU Emissions Trading System, including extending free allowances and slowing the tightening of emissions limits—aimed at protecting industrial competitiveness while keeping climate goals on track. Liechtenstein Business Snapshot: Liechtenstein casinos reported a 59% revenue fall in 2025 to CHF57.3m, with only four casinos operating by year-end.
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