Lucht Probst Associates (LPA) is a Germany-based company founded in 1999, operating within the Business Services sector, specifically focusing on custom software and IT services. With an employee size ranging from 201 to 500, the company reported revenue of approximately 84.5 million USD. LPA's expertise is evident in its recent publication titled "Defy. Deploy. Run. Trade Surveillance for Crypto Assets," which addresses the complexities and regulatory challenges associated with crypto assets. This document outlines foundational concepts of crypto assets, various methods of exposure, and the intricacies of trade surveillance, particularly in relation to compliance with regulatory frameworks such as the Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) and the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR). The publication emphasizes the need for tailored risk assessments and enhanced surveillance mechanisms to accommodate the unique characteristics of crypto trading, reflecting LPA's commitment to providing comprehensive solutions in the evolving landscape of digital finance.