Moldova aims to comply with the European regulation of crypto-asset markets (MiCA) and other relevant EU standards - NBM
This was stated by the President of the National Bank of Moldova Anca Dragu, speaking at the first edition of the Blockchain Intelligence Forum, which took place within the Digital Innovation Summit in Bucharest. According to the NBM, in her speech, Anca Dragu emphasized the importance of digital transformation in the financial sector and the role of central banks in the implementation of new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, blockchain and advanced cybersecurity standards. "A few years ago, the presence of the head of the central bank at such a forum might have seemed unusual, but today it is normal, since we have to adapt, implement new technologies, use artificial intelligence, blockchain and pay attention to cybersecurity," the head of the NBM noted. In the context of the process of accession to the European Union, Anca Dragu confirmed Moldova's commitment to compliance with European standards, noting that our country is at an advanced stage of harmonization of legislation in the financial sector. According to her, digitalization of finance is no longer just a trend, but a reality that brings concrete benefits: lower fees, greater access, increased speed and increased productivity. "The priority is not to passively wait for events to develop, but to actively participate in changes. At the National Bank of Moldova, we are taking concrete actions to integrate new technologies and provide modern, safe and accessible financial services to citizens and companies," the NBM President noted. In this context, she mentioned the initiatives of the National Bank of Moldova to modernize the payment system, strengthen cybersecurity related to Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT). Anca Dragu emphasized that Moldova is committed to complying with the European regulation of crypto-asset markets (MiCA) and other relevant EU standards. "Moldova has embraced digitalization as a catalyst for inclusiveness, innovation and sustainable growth. Moldova is a country with a high level of digitalization of public administration and all public services. Citizens and companies benefit from fast and digitalized services. Let us build together a future where finance is smarter, safer and more inclusive, where Moldova is at the center of transformation,” said the head of the NBM. The event brought together high-ranking officials from European and national institutions, representatives of academia and the private sector to discuss the future of financial digitalization and the impact of new technologies on the global economy. // 10.04.2025 – InfoMarket.
