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Is Decubate B.V. licensed under MiCA in the European Union?
Decubate B.V.'s European entity (Decubate B.V.) is recorded as an authorised Crypto-Asset Service Provider under the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation, with its authorisation issued by Netherlands on 31 July 2025.
Verdict: Decubate B.V. appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised CASPs.
| Legal entity | Decubate B.V. |
|---|---|
| Home Member State | Netherlands |
| National Competent Authority | Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) |
| Authorisation date | |
| Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) | 894500ZVOL3A9LO8LN34 |
| Authorised services | Custody, Order execution, Placing |
Source: ESMA Register of Crypto-Asset Service Providers. Retrieved 30 June 2026.
About Decubate B.V.
Decubate B.V. is a Netherlands-based crypto-asset infrastructure provider rather than a consumer exchange. According to research summaries, it operates as a Web3 launchpad and token-infrastructure platform - supporting token fundraising (IDO-style offerings), minting, vesting and project staking for Web3 ventures - and the entity describes itself as 'EU-based, MiCA-compliant launchpad, venture arm, and token infrastructure'. It does not function as a retail Bitcoin or multi-asset trading service, and the research indicates it does not offer consumer spot trading, savings/DCA, retail staking or a crypto card. Sources: Decubate (X / Twitter), Decubate.com
On the licensing question, the contracting legal entity is Decubate B.V., established in the Netherlands. Under MiCA, the relevant national competent authority for a Dutch crypto-asset service provider is the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). The entity itself has stated it is the 'first MiCAR-licensed crypto launchpad in Europe'; that 'first' phrasing is the company's own claim and not independently established here. Sources: Decubate blog, Decubate.com
On this record, the MiCA authorisation covers a defined set of crypto-asset services: custody and administration of crypto-assets, execution of orders, and placing of crypto-assets. It does not, on this record, extend to other MiCA services such as operating a trading platform, exchange of crypto-assets for funds or other crypto-assets, reception and transmission of orders, providing advice, or portfolio management. A MiCA licence authorises only the specific services listed; it is not a blanket approval of every activity the platform may describe. Source: Decubate.com
Prospective users should note that the public-facing site did not return live service content when reviewed, and research summaries reference a platform wind-down notice indicating Decubate planned to cease launchpad operations. Anyone relying on this entity's MiCA status should confirm both the current operating status and the live AFM registration directly before acting. Sources: Decubate platform notice, Decubate.com
Which crypto services is Decubate B.V. authorised to offer in the EU?
Under its MiCA authorisation issued by Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), Decubate B.V. (Decubate B.V.) 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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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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Placing of crypto-assets
The exchange can underwrite or distribute new crypto-asset issuances. Relevant for primary offerings and structured token launches.
Which services is Decubate B.V. not authorised to offer?
Decubate B.V.'s MiCA licence does not cover: Trading platform, Exchange for funds, Exchange for crypto, Order R&T, Advice, Portfolio mgmt, Transfer services. These services may still be offered by other authorised providers, or by Decubate B.V. under a different regulatory framework (for example, derivatives may fall under MiFID II rather than MiCA). Source: ESMA Register, retrieved 30 June 2026.
See other MiCA-authorised exchanges by service:
Why is Decubate B.V. licensed in Netherlands?
The Netherlands historically had one of the strictest pre-MiCA crypto frameworks, with DNB running a stand-alone Wwft register. AFM is the MiCA-designated competent authority. Bitvavo is the dominant Dutch-licensed CASP; many global exchanges previously withdrew from the Dutch market under pre-MiCA pressure. Source: Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB).
| National Competent Authority | Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) |
|---|---|
| Investor compensation | DSI (Dutch investor compensation scheme) cover is limited. |
| Regulatory context | Marketing rules around crypto are particularly strict; AFM has fined non-compliant promotional activity. |
What does this mean for users of Decubate B.V. in the EU?
If you transact through Decubate B.V.'s EEA-authorised entity (Decubate B.V.), 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 Decubate B.V.'s terms of service that your contracting entity is Decubate B.V., not a non-EEA affiliate.
Which MiCA-authorised exchanges are alternatives to Decubate B.V.?
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 | |
| OKX | Malta | 9 services | |
| Kraken | Ireland | 8 services |
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Frequently asked questions about Decubate B.V. and MiCA
Is Decubate B.V. licensed under MiCA?
Yes. Decubate B.V. appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised Crypto-Asset Service Providers, with its authorisation issued by the competent authority of Netherlands.
Which EU countries can Decubate B.V. 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 Decubate B.V. 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 Decubate B.V.'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 Decubate B.V.'s entry is on this page under 'Sources'.
Sources
- ESMA Register of Crypto-Asset Service Providers
- Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB)
- ESMA MiCA Register - Decubate B.V. (Decubate B.V.)
- Decubate B.V. official website
- Decubate official website
- Decubate blog (states 'first MiCAR-licensed crypto launchpad in Europe')
- Decubate platform (wind-down notice)
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