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Hello Sheraz, thank you very much for speaking with me. Question 1: With MiCA’s stablecoin-specific provisions already in effect and an EU-wide transitional deadline approaching on July 1, 2026, how are you positioning STORM Partners to help clients navigate these regulatory milestones—particularly those issuing stablecoins or offering stablecoin services in Europe?

Certainly. In light of MiCA’s stablecoin provisions and the July 1, 2026 deadline, at STORM Partners we’ve taken a multi-pronged approach: Firstly, we’re helping our clients conduct gap analyses of their current stablecoin models—identifying where they diverge from MiCA’s requirements, such as those around reserve asset composition, redemption rights, and transparency. Secondly, we’re advising on licensing strategy—whether existing e-money or payment institution licenses suffice, or whether new authorization under MiCA is needed. For many issuers, it means preparing documentation and operational frameworks in advance to ensure they meet the prudential, governance, and cybersecurity standards mandated. Thirdly, we’re guiding clients on how to align with disclosure and reporting obligations: the white paper/whitebook requirements, ongoing disclosures around reserve composition, and external audits. Lastly, we’re assisting with tech and operational adaptations—upgrading smart contract frameworks, treasury management processes, and compliance tools to enable real-time monitoring and reporting. Our goal is to ensure stablecoin issuers under our advisory have not only legal compliance but also operational readiness by the mid-2026 milestone.

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