This course will introduce participants to the blockchain technology, with a focus on its implications and relevance for the MiCAR framework. The course will analyse the specific regulatory aspects of MiCAR and the new supervisory tasks and challenges these requirements mean for NCAs. Staff from supervisory authorities already involved in supervision of crypto-asset providers in the context of existing national rules will share their experience.
This training week is tailored for participants possessing a foundational understanding or expertise in MiCAR, aiming to deepen their comprehension of blockchain technology and explore the implications of MiCAR in the supervision of this technology.
Introduction: DLT and Blockchain
Underlying technologies
The Ethereum ecosystem
Application on Ethereum blockchain
Types of crypto-assets
Overview of requirements for CASPs and issuers
Business models and operations of CASPs and issuers
Internal governance and risk management challenges for crypto-asset businesses
Case studies
White papers
Authorisation and licensing challenges
Supervisory challenges with respect to AML aspects
Market monitoring overview
Essential: Expertise on and/or previous general exposure to MiCAR, also through the participation to previous EU-SDFA Foundational Training Weeks and/or EU-SDFA
Advanced Online Modules on MiCAR
Recommended: Current or future involvement in regulatory and supervisory tasks related to the implementation of MiCA
Residential training weeks will take place within the premises of the European University Institute.
Participants are responsible for arranging both their travel and accommodation for the residential weeks in Florence.
FBF will reimburse the cost of their travel up to a given ceiling (economy class for flights on dates close to the event – max two days before and after the course) and a total of EUR 100 for taxis. Participants will also receive a daily allowance to cover accommodation expenses, up to a certain limit and for a maximum of 4 nights (with check-in on Sunday and check-out on Thursday).
Reimbursements will be processed after the training has ended and will require presentation of relevant invoices and receipts.
To help participants travel to and from the event venue, FBF will provide a private shuttle bus from/to the city center every day.
FBF will also provide light lunches and coffee breaks during the training days and one or two evening social activities per week.
