Germany is tightening its grip as the EU’s crypto regulation frontrunner. According to the latest EU registry update, Germany now boasts 79 crypto service providers authorized under the MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) framework—more than any other EU country, putting it ahead of France and the Netherlands.

More Players Join the List

The latest EU registry update saw six more banks in Germany get registered. That’s a clear sign that traditional finance is getting more serious about crypto, and banks want in on the action under the new European rules.

MiCA: Setting the Standard for Crypto

MiCA brings a unified rulebook for crypto assets and their providers across the EU. Scoring a MiCA license means companies can legally offer digital asset services and work with clients throughout Europe.

How Other Countries Stack Up

France and the Netherlands are still Germany’s closest rivals in terms of licensed crypto services, but the gap is widening. Germany’s solid lead is making it the go-to hub for companies aiming to operate fully compliant in the European crypto scene.