Crypto.com has secured a MiFID licence, allowing it to offer regulated crypto derivatives across the European Economic Area. The licence expands the platform's presence following earlier approval under the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation.

It was obtained through the acquisition of Cyprus-based A.N. Allnew Investments, a move similar to strategies used by other major platforms such as Kraken. The announcement follows Crypto.com's broader efforts to offer more regulated services to European users and grow its product portfolio.

Other crypto firms are also eyeing Europe's growing derivatives market. Kraken, Coinbase, Gemini and Synthetix have all expanded their derivatives offerings through acquisitions and regulatory approvals, signalling a competitive push in the region.

Crypto.com's previous acquisitions include Fintek Securities, Watchdog Capital and others, further strengthening its regulatory positioning.

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