News, standards updates and audit guidance for crypto-accounting teams, covering reporting, compliance and regulatory developments.
FinCEN formally launches a whistleblower tip portal covering BSA, sanctions, and money laundering violations, with financial awards for actionable submissions that lead to enforcement.
ESMA's post-transitional enforcement stance: what accounting firms and auditors advising EU crypto-asset service providers must act on now
ESMA's 2025 annual report signals tighter CASP authorisation, supervisory convergence under MiCA, and a leaner rulebook: what accounting firms and CFOs need to track now.
ESMA's post-MiCA deadline clarification on client servicing requirements creates urgent compliance and client-advisory obligations for accounting firms serving EU-facing CASPs
HMRC publishes its Economic Crime Supervision Handbook, setting out how it supervises UK businesses for AML compliance and what firms can expect during supervisory engagement
IRS Office of Professional Responsibility clarifies that Circular 230 duties apply in full to AI-assisted tax work, placing compliance and billing obligations squarely on practitioners and firms
EBA's new milestone requires crypto accounting software to adapt to enhanced reporting standards for EU firms.
Finansinspektionen has announced major changes to periodic AML reporting, signalling tighter supervisory expectations for all regulated entities including crypto-asset service providers operating in or into Sweden and the EU.
EMIR 3 introduces an active account requirement that impacts crypto firms already navigating DAC8 reporting obligations, adding another layer of compliance.
Malta's MFSA confirms VFA licence holders must transition to CASP under MiCA by July 2026, impacting crypto compliance for firms.
EMIR 3 introduces an active account requirement for EU counterparties, expanding reporting obligations that intersect with dac8 reporting and crypto asset accounting standards.
Practical alert for accounting firms and CFOs advising Malta-licensed VFA entities on what the MFSA's MiCA transition guidance means for licence continuity, compliance obligations, and client readiness
Binance's withdrawal from Greek MiCA licensing signals shifting regulatory strategies in the EU, but the exchange's commitment to Europe keeps MiCA compliance crypto requirements central for firms.
The AFIAAR MoU harmonizes global crypto accounting standards, driving adoption of specialized crypto accounting software for firms.
Ripple's preliminary MiCA approval in Luxembourg signals a maturing regulatory environment for crypto firms in the EU, with implications for compliance and accounting standards.
MFSA's letter on financial analysis of reinsurance undertakings underscores the need for robust crypto financial statements, aligning with FASB, IFRS, and DAC8.
ATO's glossary update reinforces the convergence of crypto accounting standards globally, affecting firms that advise clients on IFRS crypto assets.
ACCA highlights how DAC8 reporting is a new revenue stream for accounting firms, alongside evolving crypto US GAAP and IFRS standards.
Luxembourg fund managers must notify the CSSF before providing ancillary services to third parties, impacting compliance workflows and the need for robust crypto fund accounting software.
SEBI's relaxation of PAIA certification for non-core services reduces barriers for crypto advisory, but robust compliance via crypto accounting software remains essential.
The AFM's updated DMFSD rules require crypto firms to ensure fair online client journeys; crypto accounting software can help demonstrate compliance.
AFM report highlights that while accountants are aware of sanctions risks, their control systems need improvement, with implications for crypto accounting firms.
CCDII expands licensing to BNPL and crypto credit products; crypto accounting software is essential for tracking and reporting under the new rules.
FINMA updated sanctions list requires crypto firms to adjust compliance screening; crypto accounting software must integrate real-time sanctions checks.
