CoinShares secures France’s first MiCA license, becoming a fully compliant crypto asset manager in the EU and expanding its global footprint.
CoinShares Earns MiCA License, Signaling a New Chapter for Crypto in Europe
CoinShares just made history and a bold statement by becoming the first regulated crypto asset manager in continental Europe to receive a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license.
The license was granted through its French arm, CoinShares Asset Management, and officially approved by France’s financial regulator, the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF). With this, CoinShares takes a major leap forward in positioning itself as a trusted player in a market where regulatory certainty is becoming the biggest competitive edge.
For the average investor, this might sound like just another regulatory milestone. But for CoinShares and the broader European crypto scene, this is a pivotal moment.
Why This Matters
For years, crypto asset managers have navigated a patchwork of national laws across the EU. There was no consistent framework, and each country handled digital assets differently. That’s where MiCA comes in. Set to become the EU’s unified crypto regulation, MiCA is about to change the rules of the game. And CoinShares is ahead of the curve.
CEO Jean-Marie Mognetti summed it up perfectly:
“For too long, asset managers operating in crypto have been confined to partial or improvised regulatory frameworks,” he said. “MiCA brings clarity, consistency, and structure across the EU.”
By securing this license, CoinShares is now officially authorized to provide portfolio management and advisory services for crypto assets across the European Union. The company already holds two other key licenses—MiFID for traditional financial instruments and AIFM for alternative investment funds—making it the only asset manager in continental Europe with all three.
What This Means for Investors
If you're wondering how this affects the average investor or institution, the answer is simple: confidence.
CoinShares can now offer its services across multiple EU countries, including France, Germany, Ireland, Malta, Cyprus, Lithuania, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands, under one unified regulatory banner. That makes it easier for institutions to onboard, for investors to engage, and for the firm to launch new financial products with fewer barriers.
And with this license, CoinShares doesn’t just comply with EU standards; it helps shape them.
Expansion Plans Don’t Stop at Europe
While the MiCA license boosts CoinShares’ European credibility, the firm’s eyes are also firmly fixed on the U.S.
In 2023, CoinShares made a splash across the Atlantic by acquiring Valkyrie Funds. Since then, it has launched multiple ETFs, including
- BRRR—Spot Bitcoin ETF
- WGMI – Bitcoin Mining ETF
- BTFX—Leveraged Bitcoin Futures ETF
The firm has also filed for a spot XRP ETF a move that shows it’s serious about challenging heavyweight rivals in the U.S. crypto investment space.
A Broader Shift in Crypto Regulation
The MiCA approval isn’t just a win for CoinShares. It’s a broader sign that the crypto industry is maturing in Europe. Instead of pushing back against regulation, firms are beginning to embrace it, and in the case of CoinShares, use it as a growth engine.
As more capital flows into the digital asset space, investors will increasingly demand protection, transparency, and consistency. That’s exactly what MiCA is designed to deliver. And with its new license, CoinShares is positioned to lead that charge.
Final Thoughts
CoinShares didn’t just land a license; it earned a badge of trust. In an industry often shaken by hacks, uncertainty, and regulatory grey zones, having clear legal approval to operate across Europe is a massive advantage.
Now, with the MiCA framework in place and a triple-license combo under its belt, CoinShares has the foundation to scale both in Europe and the U.S. and bring the next generation of digital financial products to the world.
