Fintech giant Revolut has obtained a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license from the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), officially allowing it to offer regulated crypto services across all 30 markets in the European Economic Area (EEA).
Revolut Expands Under EU MiCA Framework
The approval marks a major milestone for Revolut’s crypto ambitions, giving it the regulatory clarity needed to operate under the EU’s new MiCA regime.
“This authorisation enables us to deliver groundbreaking crypto products with enhanced transparency and trust for our growing customer base,” said Costas Michael, CEO of Revolut Digital Assets Europe.
With over 65 million customers worldwide, including 40 million in Europe, Revolut plans to leverage the new license to expand its crypto trading, staking, and stablecoin offerings across the region.
Crypto 2.0: 280 Tokens, Zero-Fee Staking, and 1:1 Stablecoin Conversion
Revolut also unveiled Crypto 2.0, its next-generation digital asset platform, featuring:
- Access to over 280 tokens
- Zero-fee staking with up to 22% APY
- 1:1 stablecoin-to-USD conversions with no spreads
When integrated with Revolut Visa/Mastercard cards, the platform aims to offer one of Europe’s most seamless and cost-effective crypto experiences, with trading fees between 0.00%–0.09% through Revolut X, its dedicated exchange for advanced traders.
Launched in 2024, Revolut X has become a key part of the fintech’s ecosystem, now offering 100+ tokens, real-time on/off-ramp tools, and mobile access across iOS and Android. The platform has already attracted over 14 million crypto users globally.
Revolut has also hinted at future plans to enter the crypto derivatives market, strengthening its institutional offerings.
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