Bitvavo has secured pivotal regulatory approval from
the French Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF), marking a significant
milestone in its expansion in Europe. This approval allows the Dutch
crypto exchange to extend its suite of crypto products and services to the
French market, catering to the rising demand for digital assets in the region.

Mark Nuvelstijn, the CEO of Bitvavo, mentioned:
„Securing registration with the French AMF marks a pivotal moment for us.
We are excited about bringing our consumer-focused offering to the French
market. The launch in France is part of our ambition to become the leading
crypto exchange in Europe.”

Navigating Europe’s Crypto Landscape

With nearly 1.5 million users in Europe, Bitvavo
aims to deliver a trusted and secure platform for crypto trading and
investment. Recently, the cryptocurrency exchange obtained authorization from
the Austrian Financial Market Authority. This regulatory nod allows Bitvavo to
operate as a virtual asset service provider in Austria.

We have received registration approval from the French Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) as a Digital Asset Service Provider 🇫🇷

This registration aligns with our goal to be Europe’s top crypto exchange, enabling us to support French customers in their crypto journey. pic.twitter.com/yDcpqoguKf

— Bitvavo (@bitvavocom) November 23, 2023

Bitvavo’s success in Austria occurred amid Europe’s
stringent crypto regulations. The company is building on its success in the
Benelux region to navigate the complex regulatory environment in the continent. Notably, Bitvavo has a pending application with the German
Financial Supervisory Authority.

However, Bitvavo’s journey has not been without legal challenges. In
October, a court in Rotterdam ruled that the supervisory costs imposed on Dutch
crypto firms, including Bitvavo, were unlawful. This victory marked a
significant shift in the Dutch government’s approach to crypto oversight,
challenging previous regulatory fines.

More Crypto Firms Obtain Approval in France

In addition to the regulatory triumph, Bitvavo has anticipated reclaiming a significant portion of €280 million owed by Digital Currency Group (DCG). The expected refund of clients’ assets is projected to come in
various forms, including cash, digital assets, and convertible preferred equity
notes from DCG. This follows the filing for bankruptcy by Genesis, a DCG-owned crypto
lender.

Bitvavo is one of many crypto exchanges that have
obtained regulator approval in France. In September, Crypto.com marked its
entry into the French market after receiving authorization as a Digital Asset
Service Provider from the Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution.
This permission positioned Crypto.com among the few platforms permitted to
offer crypto-related services in France.

This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.