CoinShares Becomes First EU Entity to Secure MiCA License, Now Holds All Three Key Regulatory Licenses

CoinShares, a leading asset management firm, has become the first European entity to secure a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license, granting it exclusive authority to provide crypto portfolio services across the EU. The license, issued by France’s Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) on July 18, 2025, enables CoinShares to manage and advise on crypto asset portfolios throughout all EU member states [1]. This achievement builds on the firm’s existing compliance with the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) and the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD), making CoinShares the only entity in the EU to hold all three licenses simultaneously [2]. The MiCA approval allows the firm to leverage the EU’s passporting system, facilitating cross-border services in jurisdictions such as Germany, Ireland, Cyprus, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, and the Netherlands [3].

The regulatory milestone underscores CoinShares’ strategic pivot toward institutional-grade crypto portfolio management. Jean-Marie Mognetti, CoinShares’ CEO, highlighted that the MiCA framework establishes “consistent and reliable rules” to address the fragmented regulatory landscape previously hindering crypto adoption [4]. By aligning with MiCA’s stringent compliance standards, CoinShares positions itself to tap into the EU’s €33 trillion asset management market, offering integrated solutions that blend crypto and traditional financial instruments [5]. The firm’s French subsidiary, CoinShares Asset Management, was explicitly granted the MiCA license, solidifying its role as a pioneer in continental Europe’s crypto asset management sector [6].

The timing of the license acquisition is critical as EU regulators prepare for the full implementation of MiCA in July 2027. CoinShares’ early compliance not only demonstrates its proactive approach to regulatory shifts but also addresses institutional hesitancy around navigating complex compliance requirements [4]. Analysts suggest that the MiCA regime’s emphasis on transparency, investor protection, and market integrity could elevate crypto’s legitimacy, fostering broader institutional adoption [5]. The Coincu research team further anticipates that such regulatory developments may integrate crypto assets into traditional investment portfolios, accelerating both institutional and retail participation in the EU market [6].

CoinShares’ triple licensing—MiCA, MiFID, and AIFMD—positions it as a benchmark for balancing innovation with regulatory responsibility. The firm’s ability to offer end-to-end solutions for crypto and traditional assets aligns with the EU’s broader push for a harmonized crypto framework, potentially setting a precedent for competitors entering the region. As the industry approaches the 2027 compliance deadline, CoinShares’ comprehensive regulatory footprint may serve as a model for firms seeking to navigate the evolving landscape while maintaining competitive advantages.

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[1] [CoinShares secures French MiCA license, cementing EU expansion](https://cointelegraph.com/news/coinshares-secures-mica-license-eyes-european-expansion)

[2] [CoinShares Becomes First EU Asset Manager with MiCA License](https://coincentral.com/coinshares-becomes-first-eu-asset-manager-with-mica-license/)

[3] [CoinShares Becomes First Continental EU Firm to Secure MiCA License](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/coinshares-asset-management-becomes-first-continental-european-regulated-asset-manager-to-receive-mica-authorisation-302511245.html)

[4] [CoinShares Approved Under MiCA, Boosts EU Crypto Presence](https://www.bitdegree.org/crypto/news/coinshares-approved-under-mica-strengthens-eu-crypto-presence)

[5] [CoinShares Secures MiCA License for Broad EU Expansion](https://www.coinspeaker.com/coinshares-secures-mica-license-for-broad-eu-expansion/)

[6] [CoinShares Gains MiCA Authorization for EU-Wide Crypto Management](https://phemex.com/news/article/coinshares-gains-mica-authorization-for-euwide-crypto-management_13507)