EU Puts MiCA Review Deadline Extension Under the Spotlight

The European Commission has quietly extended the deadline for feedback on the review of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), which now stands at September 30, 2026. The consultation, opened on May 20, explores whether distributed ledger technology-based prediction markets should be included within the EU rulebook and, if so, under which framework.

While industry attention was focused elsewhere, this development slipped in almost unnoticed. However, it could have significant implications for the future of European regulation around crypto assets and beyond.

The MiCA Regulation aims to create a harmonized regulatory environment across the EU for crypto-asset issuers and service providers. It sets out requirements for licensing, consumer protection, and anti-money laundering measures.