ESMA Reviews the Realizability of Tokenized Collateral
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On October 9, 2026, it was reported that the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) required central counterparties (CCPs) to demonstrate that collateral such as tokenized government bonds has sufficient asset quality, legal enforceability, and practical realizability in the event of a clearing member default or market stress. CCPs must submit responses by January 15, 2027. ESMA plans to assess the relevant situation in the first quarter of 2027 and decide whether the rules need to be adjusted. Current reports have not disclosed the content of any specific CCP’s response or any rule changes already made by ESMA.
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- CryptopolitanESMA requires CCPs to demonstrate that tokenized collateral can be quickly liquidated under default stress
ESMA requires central counterparties to demonstrate that collateral such as tokenized government bonds has sufficient quality, legal enforceability, and practical liquidity in the event of a clearing member default or market stress. CCPs must submit responses by 15 January 2027, and ESMA plans to assess in the first quarter of 2027 whether the rules need to be adjusted.