Iosco issues DeFi policy recommendations

  • Iosco Recommendations for DeFi:
    • Understanding Structures: Iosco emphasizes understanding DeFi arrangements and structures in the decentralized finance sector.
    • Common Regulatory Standards: The recommendations aim to establish common standards of regulatory outcomes across member jurisdictions.
    • Risk Identification and Management: Addressing key risks associated with DeFi to enhance market integrity and investor protection.
    • Comprehensive Disclosures: Advocating for clear, accurate, and comprehensive disclosures within the decentralized finance space.
    • Enforcement of Laws: Emphasizing the enforcement of applicable laws to mitigate risks in crypto-asset markets.
    • Cross-Border Cooperation: Encouraging collaboration and cooperation across borders for effective regulatory oversight.
  • Market Integrity and Investor Protection:
    • Iosco’s policy recommendations are designed to tackle concerns related to market integrity and investor protection in the DeFi sector.
    • The goal is to achieve greater consistency in regulatory frameworks and oversight across member jurisdictions.
  • Global Investor Protection:
    • Jean-Paul Servais, Chair of Iosco, highlights the real risks in crypto-asset markets.
    • Coordinated efforts are underway to ensure consistent implementation of Iosco Recommendations globally for enhanced investor protection.
  • Regulation & Compliance Focus:
    • The recommendations complement those issued for crypto and digital asset markets, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to regulation and compliance.
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Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.

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