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MiCA (Markets in Crypto Assets) legislation, one of the first of its kind milestones in the development of the crypto industry. It has been in the works for over two-and-a-half years, undergoing consistent discussion and consultations before finally passing. The new law will bring in a comprehensive regulatory framework for the crypto industry across all 27 countries of the European Union. What is MiCA? The Markets in Crypto Assets, or MiCA, the new legislation on cryptocurrency, is a landmark law that brings more clarity to the crypto industry in the EU. Introducing this law is a significant step forward for the crypto industry, as it represents a major effort to provide greater clarity and transparency in the sector. MiCA will provide a clear set of rules and guidelines for companies operating in the crypto industry, including trading, custody, and marketing of crypto assets. One of the key features of MiCA is its emphasis on regulatory stablecoins, which are digital assets backed by fiat currency or other assets. The law includes heavy compliance requirements for operators of stablecoins, which will help to ensure that these digital assets are stable and secure and that they are not subject to any fraudulent practices or money laundering. The countries in the European Union will have 18 months to implement these new regulations.

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Jayant Sinha, a member of the parliament and chairman of the Parliamentary committee on finance, said that he will welcome regulations for cryptocurrency that will allow India to harness the power of the new technology. Speaking to CNBC-TV18, Sinha said that the parliamentary panel hosted various representatives of cryptocurrency exchanges in India earlier today but the panel did not form any view on the topic.