OKX - The MiCA-approved Global Crypto Exchange - Is Now Available In France And 27 Other EEA Countries

Valletta, February 18, 2025 – OKX, the world’s leading technology company in blockchain, announces today that it is among the first global crypto exchanges accredited under MiCA to offer its services throughout Europe.

From its European headquarters in Malta, OKX now offers its regulated and localized crypto products and services to over 400 million Europeans across 28 countries in the European Economic Area (EEA):

Customers in the region now have access to OKX’s exceptional secure and transparent infrastructure. Various services (OTC trading, Spot, bots, etc.) are available for over 270 cryptocurrencies and 300 trading pairs, including more than 60 trading pairs in euros. With the integration of local and regional payment providers (SEPA, iDEAL, Bancontact, and other popular payment alternatives), European customers can easily deposit and withdraw euros, free of charge.

The company is also committed to providing an optimal user experience:

• An app and website in French
• The ability to display amounts in euros
• A customer service in French
• Access to the most commonly used local payment methods
• Products tailored to the preferences of Europeans
• A simplified user interface for beginners
• A professional interface offering all features for advanced users

Thanks to the European passport integrated into MiCA and harmonized regulations, companies registered and accredited in one of the EU countries can offer their services in other EU countries. This authorization follows OKX’s accreditation under MiCA obtained on January 27, 2025.

According to the words of Erald Ghoos, CEO of OKX Europe: ” The acquisition of MiCA approval and its European passport proves our unwavering commitment to providing secure, clear, and localized crypto services throughout the EEA. We rely on local languages, currencies, and payment methods to make crypto trading increasingly accessible. For European crypto finance, OKX is a new alternative. This advancement strengthens our position as the platform of choice for both beginners and experienced users residing in the EEA.“

As a leader offering reliable advanced crypto services, including its centralized (CEX) and decentralized (DEX) exchange platforms, OKX has over 60 million users worldwide. The European passport integrated into MiCA allows the company to offer its services throughout Europe and helps enhance its international development efforts. In 2024, the exchange launched in seven new local markets and obtained four new accreditations and registrations.

About OKX

OKX is a technology company on a mission to better structure the world of blockchain and make it more accessible and useful.

The exchange aims to highlight efficiency and transparency for a more connected future worldwide.

Since its inception as a crypto exchange platform, OKX has enabled millions of users to access crypto trading and is now one of the largest platforms globally. In recent years, OKX has developed one of the most connected on-chain wallets, now used by millions to access decentralized applications (dApps).

Hundreds of major institutions trust OKX to access crypto markets through a reliable platform, perfectly integrated with international banking and payment services.

Some of its flagship products include the OKX exchange platform, the OKX marketplace, and the developer OS, OKX Wallet, OKX Explorer, OKX Chain, OKX Ventures, and OKX Institutional Services. To learn more about OKX, download the app or visit: okx.com