CoinShares, one of Europe’s leading digital asset managers, has become the first European crypto asset manager to receive a MiCA license, enabling it to offer regulated crypto portfolio management services across the entire European Union.
MiCA License Granted by France’s AMF
The license was officially granted by France’s AutoritĂ© des MarchĂ©s Financiers (AMF) under the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulation. This authorization allows CoinShares to operate seamlessly across all 27 EU member states under a single, harmonized regulatory framework.
CoinShares is now the only major European asset manager holding MiCA, MiFID, and AIFM credentials—a unique position in the $38.7 trillion European asset management industry.
The company has already passported its operations to key markets, including Germany, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg, with plans to expand further.
Opening the Door for Regulated Crypto Products
MiCA is designed to bring transparency and security to the cryptocurrency market in Europe. For CoinShares, this license is a pivotal step toward delivering institutional-grade digital asset investment products.
“Receiving MiCA authorization from the AMF is a pivotal milestone, not just for CoinShares, but for the entire European digital asset industry,” said CEO Jean-Marie Mognetti.
The approval could help accelerate the integration of cryptocurrencies into mainstream financial products, particularly as institutional investors seek fully regulated vehicles for crypto exposure.
Competitive Advantage in Europe
CoinShares now joins a growing list of crypto companies securing MiCA licenses, including Coinbase, Bybit, OKX, and Crypto.com. However, CoinShares’ asset manager status sets it apart, enabling it to offer broader portfolio management services beyond exchange operations.
Founded in 2013, CoinShares is publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and currently manages over $9 billion in digital assets, making it one of the largest crypto asset managers in Europe.
Why This Matters
With MiCA now in effect, the European Union becomes one of the first major regions with a unified crypto regulatory framework. CoinShares’ early compliance positions it as a front-runner in shaping Europe’s digital asset investment landscape.
This milestone marks the beginning of a new era for crypto investment products in Europe—regulated, transparent, and institutionally accessible.
Disclaimer
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