European Central Bank addresses guidance on licensing of digital assets
Specifically, the ECB will consider crypto firms’ business models, internal governance, and “fit and proper” assessments which apply to licensing other companies.
Specifically, the ECB will consider crypto firms’ business models, internal governance, and “fit and proper” assessments which apply to licensing other companies.
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