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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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.