Bitpanda Gains FCA Approval to Expand in UK Following BaFin License

Bitpanda has received approval from the UK’s Financial
Conduct Authority (FCA) to expand its cryptocurrency services in the country.
The approval allows the Austria-based platform to offer its full range of
digital asset products to UK investors.

This development follows Bitpanda’s recent acquisition of a
Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) license from Germany’s Federal
Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin). The MiCAR framework is intended to
regulate digital asset service providers across the European Union.

Bitpanda Secures FCA Approval for UK Expansion

“Being Europe’s leading crypto platform means being in
the UK – there was no question about it,” Eric Demuth, CEO and Co-Founder
of Bitpanda, commented.

The company provides access to over 500 cryptocurrencies,
which it claims is one of the most extensive offerings in the market.

“This was the last missing piece to truly serve all
Europeans. Now, our focus is clear: deliver a product that meets the needs of
UK investors. We’re ready to welcome British investors and take Bitpanda to the
next level,” Demuth added.

As part of its expansion, Bitpanda plans to establish a
permanent office in the UK. The company also intends to increase its local
workforce and develop products tailored to UK investors.

London Calling – Bitpanda is now FCA-approved and expanding to the UK! 🇬🇧We’re taking our secure, regulated crypto platform to the next level – now fully compliant in one of the world’s most important financial markets. UK investors can access 500+ cryptocurrencies, staking,… pic.twitter.com/K1qMbtJZfp

— Bitpanda (@Bitpanda_global) February 12, 2025

Bitpanda Receives VARA Approval for UAE Expansion

In December, Bitpanda
received in-principle approval from the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority
(VARA) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as reported by Finance Magnates.

This approval was granted in less than eight months after
submission. Once fully licensed, Bitpanda will operate as Bitpanda Broker MENA
DMCC, marking its first expansion outside of Europe.

Earlier, Bitpanda established an office at the DMCC Crypto
Centre in Dubai. Since then, it has hired regional experts and formed
partnerships with financial institutions and crypto platforms. The company aims
to leverage its regulated platform status in Europe to serve investors in the
UAE and the wider MENA region.

This article was written by Tareq Sikder at www.financemagnates.com.
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