Blockchain.com Expands European Presence with Malta Office and MiCA License
Blockchain.com has officially opened a new office in Malta, signaling a strategic move to bolster its operations across Europe. This expansion comes on the heels of securing a Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) license from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), enabling the company to offer regulated crypto brokerage services throughout the European Economic Area (EEA).
MiCA License and European Expansion
The newly acquired MiCA license is a pivotal achievement for Blockchain.com, allowing it to “passport” regulated crypto brokerage services across the EEA under the EU’s comprehensive digital asset regulatory framework. This regulatory approval underscores Malta’s proactive stance on digital asset regulation, as highlighted by Nic Cary, Co-founder and Vice Chairman at Blockchain.com. “We didn’t pick Malta by accident. Malta has taken a thoughtful and forward-looking approach to digital asset regulation,” Cary stated. He further emphasized the company’s commitment to bringing a “professional-grade standard” of trust and integrity to users across Europe.
Strategic Hub for Operations
The Malta office will function as a central hub for Blockchain.com’s European activities, encompassing regulatory engagement, operational development, and retail client services. The company is also preparing to launch its institutional business, forging partnerships with leading licensed firms in the region.
Global Reach and Transaction History
Blockchain.com currently operates in over 70 jurisdictions worldwide and boasts a substantial track record in the crypto space. Since its inception in 2011, the company has processed more than $1.2 trillion in crypto transactions, created over 90 million wallets, and verified more than 40 million users. Blockchain.com positions itself as a global crypto brokerage dedicated to providing secure access to digital assets for both individuals and institutions, prioritizing compliance, transparency, and security.
About Blockchain.com
Founded in 2011, Blockchain.com connects the world to the future of finance by providing access to cryptocurrency services. The company has earned the trust of over 90 million wallet users and 40 million verified users, facilitating over $1.2 trillion in crypto transactions. Visit Blockchain.com for more information.
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SOURCE Blockchain.com
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