Bitpanda secures FCA approval for UK expansion

By bringing its comprehensive range of crypto products, including staking, savings plans and crypto indices, to the UK, Bitpanda is making a bold statement: it is not just expanding into a new market, but setting a bold new standard for secure, compliant, and user-friendly crypto investing in the United Kingdom.

Bitpanda is safe, trustworthy and regulated

Receiving approval from the FCA - a globally respected regulator - further underscores Bitpanda's commitment to regulatory compliance and security in the crypto sector. Before this milestone, Bitpanda already held more licences and registrations than any other platform in Europe and beyond. 

Bitpanda is not just entering the UK market, it is setting a new standard for what a fully compliant crypto platform should look like. With millions of users already across Europe, this move cements Bitpanda’s position as the most trusted platform in the industry.

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

What does this announcement mean for the UK?

For retail investors, it means access to Bitpanda’s industry-leading product range, including:

• 500+ cryptocurrencies – Access to the widest selection of cryptocurrencies available on the market, all on one secure platform
  
  
• Bitpanda Staking – The ability to earn rewards on digital assets
  
  
• Bitpanda Savings Plans – Users can set up automatic asset purchases on a weekly, biweekly, or monthly basis, creating a “set-and-forget” strategy
  
  
• Bitpanda Crypto Indices – A simple way for investors to diversify portfolios and support the themes that they believe in

For banks, financial institutions, and crypto platforms, it means that they can now integrate Bitpanda’s regulated infrastructure into their offerings. Through Bitpanda Technology Solutions (BTS), major banks and fintechs in the UK can seamlessly offer crypto trading, investment, and custody services with full regulatory oversight.

Bitpanda is built for growth

Bitpanda’s rapid growth, from 1 million users in 2019 to 6 million by December 2024, speaks volumes about our commitment to innovation and user trust. With the MiCAR licence, the stage is set for even faster expansion in 2025, leveraging EU-wide synergies to enhance its services and grow its community.

Bitpanda is not stopping here. The company plans to reopen its UK office and expand its team to develop products tailored for British investors. With its FCA approval, Bitpanda is now positioned to become the leading regulated crypto investment platform in the UK.

As digital assets continue to evolve, Bitpanda is ready for the future of investing: secure, compliant, and built for everyone.

Disclaimer

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