MiCA Compliance Deadline Approaching: One-Third of 90 EU Crypto Companies Have Not Yet Submitted Applications

RumbleValidator · 2026-01-16T21:20:10+00:00

The French regulatory authorities pointed out that among approximately 90 cryptocurrency companies, nearly one-third have not clarified whether they have applied for a MiCA license. Missing the deadline will result in losing the legal operating qualification within the EU. Some companies have submitted applications, some have refused to apply, and another 30% are still observing. The implementation of MiCA will profoundly impact the European crypto ecosystem, and the critical decision period has arrived.

RumbleValidator

2026-01-16 21:20:10

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【Crypto World】Latest disclosures from French regulators show that the situation is a bit tense. Among approximately 90 officially registered cryptocurrency companies, nearly one-third have not yet expressed a clear stance—they are still deciding whether to apply for a MiCA license before the June 30 deadline or to wait and see.

This hesitation brings real risks: if they miss the deadline without obtaining a license, their legal operation status within the EU could be compromised.

It’s also interesting to observe the actions of those unlicensed companies: 30% have already submitted applications, indicating some are determined; 40% explicitly refuse to apply, possibly having other plans or considering the costs too high; the remaining 30% remain silent, as if gambling on whether regulators will loosen their stance.

The butterfly effect of MiCA’s full implementation continues to spread, and this wave of compliance is reshaping the landscape of the entire European crypto ecosystem. Some platforms and project teams have already taken action, while others are still observing the situation. The time window is indeed closing, and the critical decision period has arrived.

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rug_connoisseur

· 7h ago

After this round of regulation in the EU, are 30% of companies still gambling? Wow, they must be waiting for regulatory leniency haha. 40% of applications were directly rejected, probably because they already have migration plans in place. I've seen this move too many times. The June 30 deadline is critical; if missed, it's really over. There's not enough time to waste. So what are the 30% of silent companies thinking? Why not take action earlier, everyone? Since the introduction of MiCA, the European ecosystem has undergone significant changes, and the landscape has really been disrupted. The 30% that have applied are probably making a smart choice, at least not worrying about licensing issues. Some companies might find the costs unmanageable and have simply decided not to participate. This kind of wait-and-see attitude is the most frustrating; being caught off guard when June arrives is self-inflicted.

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LiquidatorFlash

· 7h ago

30% still waiting and watching? The risk threshold is triggered a bit aggressively. If no action is taken before June 30th, the EU license will be basically useless. Wait, 40% are refusing to apply? Are these people really not wanting to live or do they have other options... Those silent 30% are probably not just gambling. Haven't they realized the risks of liquidation? One-third of the companies are still hesitating, indicating that the impact of MiCA is underestimated. When market volatility hits, how will these people withstand it? The 40% who explicitly refuse to apply are either considering costs or genuinely not interested in the European market. Anyway, if it's non-compliant for me, I won't touch it. The deadline is approaching rapidly. The wait-and-see group should wake up. This isn't about leverage ratios; it's about life and death.

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ForkInTheRoad

· 7h ago

The EU's move to cut the leeks this time is really ruthless, with 30% of companies still pretending to be asleep. Betting regulators will loosen up? Wake up, everyone, the MiCA sword is already at our necks. 40% outright say no, I really think they've been scared off. With such high compliance costs, small platforms won't survive. Just waiting to see who will be cooling off after June 30th.

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BlockBargainHunter

· 7h ago

I'm really amused by the 30% of silent supporters. Betting on regulatory relaxation? Brother, that's not betting, that's playing with fire. Once the EU gets serious, everyone will be forced out, and it will be too late to regret. The hurdle of MiCA will be crossed sooner or later. Instead of watching, it's better to take the initiative and act. Speaking of which, are those who directly reject 40% truly have ideas, or do they just lack funds? The June 30th deadline feels like there will be big moves, everyone. The delaying tactic really doesn't work in the face of regulation. Waiting until the deadline to react, only to perform the same old act of "we've been working hard all along." The European crypto landscape is about to be reshuffled. Some players might really have to exit.

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ImpermanentLossEnjoyer

· 7h ago

40% directly rejected? These guys are really just starting out, whether it's betting on the country loosening up or there are other channels. Thirty percent silence is really unsustainable; June 30th is really coming. With MiCA coming into effect, the European ecosystem will undergo a reshuffle, and there will definitely be more drama. Looking at it this way, it's actually a gamble—betting on who can survive until the end. The EU's move is really tough, forcing you to pick a side. Honestly, with 90 companies so fragmented, the European crypto scene is about to get chaotic.

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MetaverseMigrant

· 7h ago

Is the gambling regulation loosening? These people are really daring. When the time comes, no one can blame them for being pushed out of the EU. Honestly, the 40% who refuse to apply are the smartest. Instead of wasting effort, it's better to shift the focus early. Thirty percent of companies are still pretending to be dead. Are they trying to gamble on the EU changing its mind? That's a bit naive. With the MiCA hurdle, someone will ultimately have to pay the price for their cautious stance. The EU's compliance move is really tough, directly putting half of the companies in a dilemma. But on the other hand, the 30% of applicants might actually want to play long-term in Europe. That's why I already exited the European sector long ago; I don't want to get caught in this compliance quagmire. The cautious 30% will realize what regret means by July. Honestly, those who refuse MiCA seem to be the clearest-headed. Getting out early is definitely the right move.

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