The MFSA has, today, issued a consultation paper in order to present to the industry a draft legal notice setting out regulations on [i] exemptions; [ii] fees; [iii] control of assets; and [iv] administrative penalties and appeals further to the introduction of the new legislative framework regulating ICOs and the provision of certain services in relation to virtual currencies.

The consultation period will run until the 20 July 2018. For further details on ICOs, virtual currencies, Blockchain technology applications, and other related matters, please contact us on info@dfadvocates.com or telephone +356 2131 3930 / +356 2134 0401 .

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