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Is CPS licensed under MiCA in the European Union?
CPS's European entity (CPS Europe S.A.) is recorded as an authorised Crypto-Asset Service Provider under the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation, with its authorisation issued by Luxembourg on 3 July 2026.
Verdict: CPS appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised CASPs.
| Legal entity | CPS Europe S.A. |
|---|---|
| Home Member State | Luxembourg |
| National Competent Authority | Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) |
| Authorisation date | |
| Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) | 984500CFB88366E9B834 |
| Authorised services | Custody, Exchange for funds, Exchange for crypto, Order execution, Transfer services |
Source: ESMA Register of Crypto-Asset Service Providers. Retrieved 18 July 2026.
Which crypto services is CPS authorised to offer in the EU?
Under its MiCA authorisation issued by Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF), CPS (CPS Europe S.A.) is approved to provide the following services to EEA residents. Each service is defined in Article 3(1)(16) of Regulation (EU) 2023/1114.
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Providing custody and administration of crypto-assets on behalf of clients
The exchange holds your crypto in its own wallets. Authorisation here means MiCA's segregation and insurance rules apply: client crypto-assets must be ring-fenced from the exchange's own funds.
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Exchange of crypto-assets for funds
The exchange offers crypto-to-fiat (e.g. BTC to EUR) and fiat-to-crypto conversion. Authorisation here implies MiCA's pricing transparency requirements.
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Exchange of crypto-assets for other crypto-assets
The exchange offers crypto-to-crypto trading (e.g. BTC to ETH). Required for most spot trading pairs not denominated in fiat.
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Execution of orders for crypto-assets on behalf of clients
The exchange can place orders for you on third-party venues (smart-routing). Less common in retail crypto; relevant for brokerage-style services.
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Providing transfer services for crypto-assets on behalf of clients
The exchange can move crypto between addresses on your behalf, including off-platform withdrawals. The Travel Rule applies to these transfers.
Which services is CPS not authorised to offer?
CPS's MiCA licence does not cover: Trading platform, Placing, Order R&T, Advice, Portfolio mgmt. These services may still be offered by other authorised providers, or by CPS under a different regulatory framework (for example, derivatives may fall under MiFID II rather than MiCA). Source: ESMA Register, retrieved 18 July 2026.
See other MiCA-authorised exchanges by service:
Why is CPS licensed in Luxembourg?
Luxembourg's CSSF is known for institutional finance regulation and offers a credible base for exchanges aiming at the institutional segment. Coinbase and Bitstamp both selected Luxembourg for their MiCA hub. Source: Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF).
| National Competent Authority | Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) |
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| Investor compensation | AGDL covers eligible deposits up to €100,000. |
| Regulatory context | Reputation as a stable, institutional-grade EU venue. |
What does this mean for users of CPS in the EU?
If you transact through CPS's EEA-authorised entity (CPS Europe S.A.), the protections introduced by MiCA apply to your relationship from onwards. In practical terms this means: client crypto-assets are ring-fenced from the exchange's own funds (Article 70 MiCA), the authorised entity holds prudential capital, has formal complaint-handling procedures, and is subject to transparency obligations on fees and order execution. Source: Regulation (EU) 2023/1114.
One thing to verify yourself: the legal entity you contract with day-to-day must match the entity in the ESMA register. Some global exchanges operate multiple legal entities under one brand. Confirm in CPS's terms of service that your contracting entity is CPS Europe S.A., not a non-EEA affiliate.
Which MiCA-authorised exchanges are alternatives to CPS?
Three MiCA-authorised providers to consider. Drawn from the ESMA register, never paid placement.
| Provider | Home Member State | Authorised | Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaric Securities | Bulgaria | 9 services | |
| NOEMON TECH LTD | Cyprus | 9 services | |
| OKX | Malta | 9 services |
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Frequently asked questions about CPS and MiCA
Is CPS licensed under MiCA?
Yes. CPS appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised Crypto-Asset Service Providers, with its authorisation issued by the competent authority of Luxembourg.
Which EU countries can CPS serve under this licence?
A MiCA authorisation in one EEA member state permits passporting across all EEA member states, subject to a notification process to each host-state regulator.
Are my crypto-assets on CPS protected under MiCA?
MiCA introduces ring-fencing of client crypto-assets, prudential capital requirements for the authorised entity, complaint-handling obligations, and conduct rules. It does not provide a deposit-guarantee scheme equivalent to bank deposit insurance.
What's the difference between the authorised entity and the global brand?
Some global exchanges operate multiple legal entities. The MiCA authorisation applies only to the specific legal entity in the ESMA register, not to the global brand. Verify the contracting entity in CPS's terms of service.
Where can I check the official record?
The ESMA register publishes the authoritative list and updates it weekly. The direct link to CPS's entry is on this page under 'Sources'.
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