KBC Bank is set to offer Bitcoin and Ethereum trading to retail customers through its Bolero platform by fall 2025, pending CASP approval to ensure secure and regulated crypto investments.
The move aligns with the EU's MiCA framework, prioritizing compliance, education, and providing a local, regulated alternative to foreign exchanges for Belgian investors.
KBC's initiative aims to simplify crypto investments for ordinary customers, reduce reliance on foreign exchanges, and respond to the increasing demand for cryptocurrencies in Belgium.
European banks like KBC are increasingly embracing digital assets, with the MiCA regulation creating a structured framework for banks to enter the crypto market.