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RWA Industry Monthly Report: Policy, Institutional Moves, and Key Projects in May 2026 | KuCoin

➤ May 2026 saw significant advancements in the RWA industry, marked by regulatory progress (e.g., US Clarity Act, EU MiCA), increased institutional involvement (DTCC, BlackRock, Fidelity, JPMorgan), and project developments (Ondo, Securitize). ➤ Market data indicates a 12.0% increase in RWA market capitalization to $33.87 billion, driven by institutional capital, with average holdings per user rising, reflecting an 'institution-led, retail-lagging' growth pattern. ➤ Key challenges include regulatory uncertainties, the gap between institutional adoption and retail participation, and the need for robust infrastructure and liquidity to scale the market from billions to trillions.

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NatGold Digital Announces NATG Ready to Enter European Market

COMUNICATO STAMPA – CONTENUTO PROMOZIONALE MIAMI, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — NatGold Digital Ltd. (“NatGold” or the “Company”), a pioneering digital gold mining company with a patent-pending process for sustainably unlocking the intrinsic value of in-ground gold resources through blockchain-based tokenization, today announced that NATG is ready for European market availability and will be accessible […]

➤ NatGold Digital's NATG token is ready for the European market following the acceptance of its MiCA White Paper by European authorities. ➤ The token represents interests in in-ground gold resources, aiming to be a fiat-alternative store-of-value asset. ➤ This expansion into the European Economic Area follows a successful pre-market reservation program and signifies a move towards global accessibility under a regulated framework.

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Exclusive: Europe Crypto Regulation Set for Further Changes as MiCA Enters Full Implementation

Europe's crypto regulatory framework is expected to undergo further changes as the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation nears full implementation,

➤ Europe's crypto regulatory landscape is evolving with the full implementation of MiCA, aiming to standardize rules for crypto-asset service providers (CASPs). ➤ Discussions are ongoing regarding supervision centralization and potential expansion of the DLT Pilot Regime, with a review of MiCA addressing stablecoins, DeFi, and tokenization. ➤ While MiCA aims to boost institutional trust and adoption, the EU faces competitive pressure from other jurisdictions and needs to refine its approach to taxation and asset tokenization to remain competitive.

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MiCA Review: European Commission Launches Consultation on EU Cryptoasset Regulatory Framework

➤ The European Commission has launched a public consultation to review the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) and assess its ongoing appropriateness. ➤ The review focuses on key areas including the regulation of tokenized financial instruments, stablecoins, and cryptoasset service providers, while also considering the inclusion of emerging activities like DeFi, staking, and lending. ➤ Stakeholders are invited to provide feedback by August 31, 2026, with potential legislative amendments to MiCA and related regulations anticipated based on the consultation's outcome.

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Crypto Token Compliance and Regulation: KYC/AML, Securities Laws, and Global Considerations for Issuers

Understand KYC/AML, securities laws, MiCA, the FATF Travel Rule, and global licensing requirements for compliant crypto token issuance.

➤ Crypto token issuers must prioritize compliance with KYC/AML, securities laws, and global regulations like MiCA and the FATF Travel Rule, as these are now core design constraints. ➤ Key compliance pillars include financial crime controls (KYC/AML, sanctions), investor protection (token classification, market integrity), and operational requirements (licensing, custody). ➤ A 'compliance by design' approach, involving careful token classification, robust AML programs, and adherence to cross-border rules, is crucial for sustainable global expansion and reducing enforcement risk.

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Cette banque italienne devient la première à fournir des services crypto compatibles avec le règlement MiCA

La banque italienne Sella devient la première d’Italie à pouvoir proposer des services crypto conformes au règlement MiCA.

➤ Banca Sella, an Italian bank, has become the first in Italy to offer crypto-asset services compliant with the EU's MiCA regulation, including custody, sending, and receiving. ➤ This move positions Italy within the European framework for crypto assets and allows Sella to offer these services to its 3.1 million clients. ➤ Banca Sella is also part of the Qivalis consortium, aiming to launch a multi-bank, euro-denominated stablecoin, and is exploring the tokenization of deposits.