The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) will expand its cyber and operational resilience priorities in 2027 to include crypto-asset service providers. The regulatory body confirmed that the scope of oversight will broaden to cover additional entities within the digital asset sector. This expansion integrates crypto firms into ESMA's existing operational resilience framework, mandating stricter cybersecurity and continuity standards. The move signals increased regulatory focus on ensuring the technical robustness and security infrastructure of crypto-asset service providers operating under European jurisdiction.