Bitstamp is set to revolutionize European cryptocurrency markets with its launch of fully regulated perpetual swap offerings, leveraging its MiFID II license and cementing its position as a leading player in the industry.
Bitstamp Prepares to Launch Regulated Derivatives Trading in Europe
Leveraging Its Regulatory Credentials
Bitstamp is preparing to launch a fully regulated perpetual swap offering, leveraging its MiFID credentials.
What Sets Bitstamp Apart
As one of the select few crypto trading platforms with a Markets in Financial Instruments (MiFID II) license, Bitstamp has long prioritized compliance. This license allows it to operate within a pan-European regulatory framework for trading securities and derivatives, which was amended in 2022 to encompass crypto assets.
Regulatory Clarity in Europe
The introduction of regulated perpetual swap offerings from firms holding MiFID II licenses is gaining momentum in Europe. With the likes of Point72 Ventures-backed D2X and Backpack Exchange – which is acquiring FTX EU’s licenses – entering the market, there is a clear aim to shift market dominance away from offshore exchanges like Deribit.
Bitstamp’s Future
The acquisition of Bitstamp by fintech giant Robinhood has confirmed the exchange’s bright future in both Europe and the U.S. With multiple state licenses, including a coveted New York State BitLicense, Bitstamp is poised for significant growth.
