Coinbase Receives MiCA License in Luxembourg, Expanding EU Operations

Edited by: Yuliya Shumai

Coinbase secured a MiCA license from Luxembourg's CSSF, allowing operations across all 27 EU member states. (Source: Reuters) This milestone enables Coinbase to offer crypto services throughout the European Economic Area (EEA).

The MiCA framework, fully applicable since December 30, 2024, aims to unify digital asset rules within the EU. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong met with Luxembourg officials to mark this achievement.

Coinbase's stock (COIN) was trading at $308.38 USD. (Source: Reuters) The company previously announced plans to delist certain stablecoins in the EEA by the end of 2024 to comply with MiCA. (Source: Reuters, October 4, 2024)

Sources

  • CryptoSlate

  • Crypto giants set for EU green light amid growing regulatory rift, sources say

  • Coinbase to delist some stablecoins in Europe ahead of new regulations

  • MiCA in Luxembourg: How the Crypto Regulation Impacts the Banking Hub

  • Bitstamp Secures CASP License Under MiCA

  • Standard Chartered obtains crypto custody license in Luxembourg under MiCA framework

Did you find an error or inaccuracy?

We will consider your comments as soon as possible.