A Binance spokesperson confirmed that Binance crypto exchange has submitted an application for a MiCA license in Greece, with with Greece’s Hellenic Capital Market Commission (HCMC).
With tough EU compliance deadlines closing in fast, it shows the platform is actively shaping its future in Europe’s fast-evolving digital asset landscape.
“We’re thrilled to collaborate closely with the HCMC during this pivotal time for EU regulation,” the spokesperson said.
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“We can’t wait to play our part in building a stronger, more sustainable digital finance ecosystem for Europe long-term.”
“We view the MiCA license framework as a hugely positive development for the whole industry,” the spokesperson added.
Binance’s Greek MiCA application comes after France’s AMF put Binance on notice along with dozens of other crypto players, highlighting that around 90 registered firms still lack full MiCA license approval.
They warned the transition window would close on June 30, meaning unlicensed operations could face a hard stop come July.
Binance, founded back in 2017, remains the undisputed leader in decentralized crypto trading, boasting massive daily volumes. Around $11.9 billion on average, per CoinGecko data.
Binance’s MiCA licens
So far, Greece hasn’t handed out its first MiCA license yet, as per the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA).
Other countries are moving quicker: Germany tops the list with dozens of approvals, followed by the Netherlands, and France isn’t far behind with a solid batch of authorizations already in place.
Just last week, major Belgian bank KBC revealed plans to roll out Bitcoin and Ether trading services in February, banking on securing its own MiCA license soon in a market that’s still waiting for its inaugural approval.
