Blockchain.com Wins EU Greenlight With MiCA Approval Across 30 Nations

TLDR:

• Blockchain.com received authorization from the Maltese Financial Services Authority under the EU’s MiCA framework.
• The MiCA license enables the firm to operate across 30 EEA countries with unified regulatory standards.
• Fiorentina D’Amore joins as Head of EU Operations to drive compliance and expansion strategies.
• Blockchain.com has handled over $1 trillion in crypto transactions since 2011 and serves 90 million wallets.

Blockchain.com has lately hit a major milestone. The crypto platform received its MiCA license, clearing the way for operations across 30 European countries. 

The move brings long-awaited clarity under the European Union’s new crypto regulatory framework. It also marks the start of a deeper commitment to Europe, as Blockchain.com expands its services under one unified rulebook. 

MiCA License Opens Crypto Services Across 30 EU Countries

The MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) license allows Blockchain.com to offer crypto custody, trading, and asset issuance within the European Economic Area. According to the company’s blog post, the license provides a consistent legal foundation for its growing user base while aligning with consumer protection standards.

The EU’s MiCA regulation introduces a clear structure for digital asset firms, addressing custody, transparency, and compliance. 

Blockchain.com said the approval lets it deliver localized crypto products while maintaining regulatory trust. The license also enables institutional-grade tools for treasury management and asset storage.

The firm described Malta as its European hub, leveraging the country’s established fintech framework. By operating under one regulatory umbrella, Blockchain.com aims to simplify access to crypto for users and institutions throughout the EU. This expansion underscores a long-term strategy that prioritizes compliance and transparency in a changing market.

Fiorentina D’Amore to Lead Blockchain.com’s European Expansion

Alongside the license, Blockchain.com appointed Fiorentina D’Amore to head its EU operations. With more than 25 years of financial and regulatory experience, she is expected to lead the rollout of Blockchain.com’s services across the region.

D’Amore previously chaired Malta’s Financial Institutions Association and has been active in promoting responsible innovation in decentralized finance. Her appointment signals the company’s focus on building a compliant and sustainable presence within Europe’s growing crypto ecosystem.

In a statement, D’Amore described Malta as the ideal base for the firm’s EU mission, citing its robust regulatory environment. She emphasized the goal of creating a secure, institutional-grade service for millions of users across the continent.

Since its founding in 2011, Blockchain.com has processed more than $1 trillion in transactions and supports over 90 million wallets. The company said its MiCA approval strengthens its commitment to global regulatory cooperation while expanding crypto access across Europe.