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Is RIV-Digital licensed under MiCA in the European Union?
RIV-Digital's European entity (RIV-DIGITAL S.R.L.) is recorded as an authorised Crypto-Asset Service Provider under the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation, with its authorisation issued by Italy on 10 June 2026.
Verdict: RIV-Digital appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised CASPs.
| Legal entity | RIV-DIGITAL S.R.L. |
|---|---|
| Home Member State | Italy |
| National Competent Authority | |
| Authorisation date | |
| Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) | 815600DCB0E8882D2314 |
| Authorised services | Exchange for funds, Exchange for crypto, Placing |
Source: ESMA Register of Crypto-Asset Service Providers. Retrieved 30 June 2026.
About RIV-Digital
RIV-Digital is a consumer-facing crypto-asset service operated by RIV-DIGITAL S.R.L., an Italian company based at Via Luigi Dalla Via 3 B, 36015 Schio (Vicenza), Italy. On its own website the company describes itself as a bridge between traditional finance and digital markets, offered through what it states are regulated services and proprietary technology infrastructure. According to research sources, it sits within the wider RIV Capital Group, reported to have been founded in 2021 by Roberto Rivera with a parent group presence in Luxembourg and Dubai. It is not a bank, custodian or asset manager but a retail-oriented crypto-asset service provider. Sources: RIV-Digital website, RIV Capital Group
The company states its products are aimed at both retail and institutional clients following KYC/AML checks. On its site it describes a placement service for crypto-asset offerings (acting, in its words, as a technical and organisational intermediary without personalised advice), and a brokerage feature inside the RIV Wallet that lets users convert euro or dollars into crypto and back to fiat with bank-account settlement, which the company states carries a 4.9% fee per conversion and favours stablecoins to reduce volatility. RIV-Digital describes the wallet as non-custodial while stating that temporary, segregated custody during transactions is handled by its own infrastructure. These EUR on-ramp and off-ramp claims are the company's own descriptions of its product. Source: RIV-Digital website
On the legal point, the contracting entity is RIV-DIGITAL S.R.L., whose national competent authority is the Italian securities regulator CONSOB (Commissione Nazionale per le Societa e la Borsa). Under MiCA, the services it is authorised to provide are exchange of crypto-assets for funds, exchange of crypto-assets for other crypto-assets, and placing of crypto-assets. The authorisation does not, on this services list, cover custody and administration of crypto-assets on behalf of clients, nor operation of a trading platform, transfer services, order execution, reception and transmission of orders, advice, or portfolio management. Features such as savings, staking or a payment card are not part of the authorised MiCA scope. Research sources also report that the entity was previously registered as a VASP with Italy's OAM register before MiCAR. Sources: RIV-Digital website, bebeez (MiCAR licence report)
Which crypto services is RIV-Digital authorised to offer in the EU?
Under its MiCA authorisation issued by Italy, RIV-Digital (RIV-DIGITAL S.R.L.) 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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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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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 RIV-Digital not authorised to offer?
RIV-Digital's MiCA licence does not cover: Custody, Trading platform, Order execution, Order R&T, Advice, Portfolio mgmt, Transfer services. These services may still be offered by other authorised providers, or by RIV-Digital 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:
What does this mean for users of RIV-Digital in the EU?
If you transact through RIV-Digital's EEA-authorised entity (RIV-DIGITAL S.R.L.), 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 RIV-Digital's terms of service that your contracting entity is RIV-DIGITAL S.R.L., not a non-EEA affiliate.
Which MiCA-authorised exchanges are alternatives to RIV-Digital?
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 RIV-Digital and MiCA
Is RIV-Digital licensed under MiCA?
Yes. RIV-Digital appears in the ESMA Register of MiCA-Authorised Crypto-Asset Service Providers, with its authorisation issued by the competent authority of Italy.
Which EU countries can RIV-Digital 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 RIV-Digital 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 RIV-Digital'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 RIV-Digital's entry is on this page under 'Sources'.
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