BitGo Redefines Security in EU Crypto Trading with Cold-Storage Execution

BitGo, a digital asset infrastructure company, has launched regulated crypto trading services for European institutions, following approval from Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin). The platform, operated by BitGo Europe GmbH, enables institutional clients to access trading services that integrate custody, execution, and aggregated liquidity. This development builds upon BitGo Europe’s initial Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license, first received in May 2025, which covered custody, staking, and transfers. The expansion positions BitGo as one of the few regulated custodians in Europe offering a full-stack platform for digital assets.

The trading services provided by BitGo Europe allow institutional investors to execute spot trades across thousands of cryptocurrencies and stablecoins. Crucially, these transactions occur within BaFin-regulated cold storage, ensuring asset security and compliance with regulatory standards. The platform also aggregates liquidity from top-tier market makers and exchanges, allowing clients to trade at competitive prices. BitGo’s solution eliminates conflicts of interest by acting as the sole counterparty and ensuring trades are executed without exposing clients' trading intentions to the broader market.

According to Brett Reeves, Head of European Sales and Go Network at BitGo, this expansion marks a significant milestone in the firm’s efforts to create a secure and efficient digital asset ecosystem for European institutions. “By combining our institutional-grade custody solution with seamless, high-performance execution, clients will now be able to access deep liquidity with the peace of mind that their assets will remain in cold storage under MiCA-compliant, regulated custody,” Reeves stated. He emphasized that this offering represents a “game-changer” for institutions navigating the digital asset space.

BitGo’s new offering comes amid growing regulatory clarity and oversight in the European Union, particularly through the implementation of MiCA. The regulation, which came into effect in July 2023, standardizes crypto rules across EU member states, enhancing consumer protection and market stability. BitGo’s compliance with MiCA underscores its commitment to providing a unified and secure infrastructure for institutional investors in Europe. The firm now offers a comprehensive suite of services including custody, staking, transfer, and trading, enabling institutions to operate with confidence and efficiency.

The expansion also places BitGo in direct competition with other major players in the European crypto market, such as Coinbase and Kraken. However, BitGo differentiates itself by offering an integrated platform that eliminates the need for clients to manage multiple service providers. This approach reduces operational complexity and enhances transparency, aligning with the needs of large institutional investors such as pension funds and asset managers. Furthermore, BitGo’s partnership with crypto custodian Copper in an “in-custody” trading network ensures that assets remain within a ring-fenced environment, reinforcing its commitment to security and regulatory compliance.

From a broader regulatory perspective, BitGo’s expansion reflects the EU’s growing acceptance of regulated digital asset platforms. The MiCA framework not only fosters innovation but also ensures that market participants operate under a consistent set of rules. This regulatory environment encourages institutional adoption by reducing uncertainty and risk. As the EU continues to refine its approach to digital assets, firms that align with these standards—such as BitGo—are likely to gain a competitive edge in the region.