According to Bitcoin Magazine on June 23, crypto financial services firm Bitcoin Suisse has obtained a CASP (Crypto Asset Service Provider) license under the EU's MiCA regulation from the Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority (FMA). With the MiCA authorization, Bitcoin Suisse (Europe) AG can access the EEA passport framework.
Founding Background of Bitcoin Suisse (Europe) AG and MiCA Framework Transition
Bitcoin Suisse (Europe) AG was founded in 2018 in Liechtenstein, operating under the country's TVTG (Token and TT Service Provider Act) framework. Liechtenstein pre-adopted the MiCA framework in February 2025, making this Alpine country an ideal base for crypto companies seeking EEA regulatory passport rights.
The EEA passport mechanism fully came into effect on December 30, 2024, in all EU member states, allowing service providers authorized in one member state to offer services to clients in other EEA member states, subject to scope and notification procedures.
Appointment Background of Roman Przibylla: Over 15 Years in Financial Institutions
Roman Przibylla has been appointed CEO of Bitcoin Suisse (Europe) AG. He brings over 15 years of experience in financial services distribution, having held senior positions at Deutsche Bank, Commerzbank, HSBC, Vontobel, and Maverix Securities. In late 2025, he joined Bitcoin Suisse Group as Chief Client Officer (CCO) to expand commercial operations, and was later promoted to CEO of Europe.
Bitcoin Suisse is positioning its European operations to serve high-net-worth individuals, corporate clients, and institutional investors, with core products including trading, custody, and staking, relying on proprietary infrastructure and a dedicated client manager model.
Bitcoin Suisse Group Scale Data: CHF 6 Billion in Custody, 200+ Employees
Founded in 2013 in Zug, Switzerland, Bitcoin Suisse has grown into one of the most established crypto financial services companies in Switzerland: crypto asset custody exceeding CHF 6 billion; over 200 employees; and operations spanning Switzerland, Liechtenstein, the United Arab Emirates, and Bermuda. Majcen stated that with its Swiss and Bermuda operations, the company now has the "regulatory foundation to serve clients in some of the world's most important financial centers."
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bitcoin Suisse's Liechtenstein MiCA license cover all EU member states?
Under MiCA's EEA passport framework, a CASP authorized in one member state can offer services to clients in selected other EEA member states, subject to service scope and notification procedures. It does not provide unrestricted coverage across all member states, and the specific service scope depends on the type of services applied for and the acceptance procedures of each member state.
What are the advantages of Liechtenstein as a base for MiCA licensing?
According to the report, Liechtenstein pre-adopted the MiCA framework in February 2025, making it one of the earliest jurisdictions in Europe to implement MiCA. Additionally, its existing TVTG (Token Act) framework has enabled many crypto companies (such as Bitcoin Suisse (Europe) AG) to already have a local operating base, facilitating a relatively smooth transition to the MiCA framework.
Who are the target clients for Bitcoin Suisse's European business?
According to the company's business positioning, Bitcoin Suisse (Europe) AG primarily serves high-net-worth individuals, corporate clients, and institutional investors. Its core products are trading, custody, and staking, with a focus on proprietary infrastructure and dedicated client manager models, positioning it differently from retail crypto platforms.
