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Dutch Bitcoin startup Blockrise has taken a significant step by securing an official MiCA license. MiCA, a set of regulations designed to make crypto legislation safer and clearer, now allows Blockrise to offer fully regulated Bitcoin services across all EU member states. This is a notable achievement, as only a handful of companies have obtained such a license.
The timing is intriguing. While interest in Bitcoin has grown in recent years, its price has been less stable over the past month. Blockrise aims to seize this opportunity to establish itself as a major player in the European market.
New Opportunities with MiCA License #
With the new license, Blockrise can now offer services such as trading, secure custody, and management of Bitcoin throughout Europe. According to a publication by CEO Jos Lazet, the permit demonstrates that Bitcoin is becoming increasingly professional, with larger entities preferring to work with regulated providers.
Blockrise focuses exclusively on Bitcoin, meaning it does not offer other cryptocurrencies. The company states this choice ensures simplicity and clarity. Bitcoin holds a strong market position and is considered the most reliable digital asset by many corporate clients.
A significant new addition for Blockrise is the introduction of Bitcoin-backed loans. Starting this week, businesses can obtain corporate loans from twenty thousand euros onwards, using their Bitcoin as collateral.
For Blockrise, the license is just the beginning. The company plans to expand with a €15 million investment round to broaden its services and rapidly conquer the European market.
Bitcoin Seeks Stability #
Meanwhile, Bitcoin is gradually trying to move upwards again. The price is currently fluctuating around the $87,000 mark, but faces heavy resistance at $88,000. Investors are also awaiting new inflation figures from the United States, which could determine how much room the central bank has to cut interest rates—a development that often benefits Bitcoin.
Although clear regulations are now in place, Bitcoin’s recent sharp dip makes it a questionable time for Blockrise to scale up. Nevertheless, the move clearly demonstrates their belief in the future of crypto. The coming period will reveal whether the Dutch startup can fulfill its ambitions and truly grow into a major European player.