Bitstamp Secures EU MiFID MTF License to Offer Regulated Crypto Derivatives for Institutional and Retail Investors

Bitstamp Secures EU MiFID MTF License to Offer Regulated Crypto Derivatives for Institutional and Retail Investors

Bitstamp has achieved a significant regulatory milestone, securing a MiFID Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF) license from Slovenia’s Securities Market Agency. This license authorizes the cryptocurrency exchange to offer EU-regulated crypto derivatives, including perpetual swaps, to both institutional and retail investors.

MiFID, the regulatory framework that governs traditional financial markets within the EU, applies to a broad range of financial instruments and institutions, covering securities, derivatives, trading venues, and investment firms. On October 24, Bitstamp announced in a blog post that it is among the first cryptocurrency exchanges to obtain a MiFID MTF license. This regulatory approval allows the exchange to introduce a more advanced range of trading products to its users.

Bitstamp highlighted that the license underscores the platform’s robust security protocols, rigorous corporate governance, and stringent compliance with anti-money laundering and client protection standards.

Jean-Baptiste Graftieaux, Global CEO, expressed pride in the accomplishment, calling the MTF license a testament to the exchange’s dedication to safety, security, and regulatory compliance. He added that this milestone reflects the growing maturity of the crypto industry and enables Bitstamp to support more diverse trading and investment strategies, particularly for institutional clients.

Earlier this year, Bitstamp also received provisional regulatory approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore, expanding its presence in Asia. The exchange was granted Major Payment Institution status, permitting it to offer digital payment token services in Singapore.