Crypto exchange giant Kraken has officially activated its Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license, going live in all 30 European Economic Area countries. Authorized by the Central Bank of Ireland, Kraken can now serve millions of EEA clients under a single EU-wide regulatory framework.
For traders, including those in prop environments trading crypto CFDs or spot, MiCA brings standardized consumer protection, operational transparency, and oversight across Europe. Kraken’s passported services now include access to 450+ digital assets, OTC trading for institutions, streamlined onboarding, and local funding support.
This expansion reflects a broader trend: Europe’s crypto market is becoming more uniform and regulated, giving traders and firms greater confidence. For prop firms integrating crypto into their offering, Kraken’s MiCA milestone underscores the need to align with robust regulatory structures to remain competitive.
