Kraken launches Digital Asset Service Supplier (VASP) providers in Belgium « Kraken Weblog

Kraken has launched VASP providers in Belgium, utilising its EU subsidiary, which has registered below the VASP regimes in Eire, Spain and Italy.

This launch reinforces Kraken’s ongoing dedication to upholding Europe’s sturdy anti-money laundering and compliance requirements. And additional underscores Kraken’s dedication to advancing crypto adoption throughout Europe, now and into the longer term.

“We’re happy to announce one other key landmark in our European enlargement journey. This launch permits us to proceed fulfilling our mission and educate extra Belgians in regards to the transformative affect of cryptoasset know-how,” stated Brian Gahan, Managing Director, Europe. “We consider in providing a compliant buying and selling expertise powered by our industry-leading shopper service, sturdy safety protocols and market-leading place in liquidity and quantity for EUR crypto pairs.”

Monitoring crypto adoption in Belgium:

• Over 40% of people below the age of 35 already personal cryptoassets
• There are round 70 crypto and blockchain startups primarily based in Belgium
• One member of the Belgium Parliament, Christophe De Beukelaer, agreed to obtain his wage in bitcoin (BTC) in 2022

With the Belgian launch and rising European footprint, Kraken is deepening its dedication to Belgian purchasers and enhancing their skill to entry an intensive array of cryptoassets. 

In September 2023, Kraken introduced that it was authorised by the Central Bank of Ireland as an e-money institution (EMI). This permits Kraken to develop its EUR fiat providers to purchasers, in partnership with European banks, throughout the 27 EU member states and European Financial Space international locations.

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