Key Highlights
- Nexo has established its European infrastructure through MiCAR-licensed partners Tangany and DLT Finance.
- Tangany will provide regulated digital asset custody services, while DLT Finance will handle brokerage infrastructure.
- The move comes as the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) becomes the regulatory standard for crypto firms operating in Europe.
Digital asset wealth platform Nexo has expanded its regulatory infrastructure in Europe by integrating services from two MiCAR-licensed partners as the European Union moves toward a unified crypto regulatory framework.
According to the official announcement published on July 28, the company will operate across the European Economic Area (EEA) through partnerships with Tangany and DLT Finance, separating custody and brokerage functions across regulated providers.
Under the arrangement, Tangany will provide institutional-grade custody infrastructure for digital assets, while DLT Finance will support brokerage services for digital assets and financial instruments through its MiFID II authorization.
The move comes ahead of the full implementation of the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR), which introduces a common regulatory framework for crypto service providers across member states.
How Nexo is preparing for Europe’s MiCAR rules
Rather than pursuing a standalone operational structure, Nexo has adopted a licensed-partner model that combines its global crypto wealth platform with European-regulated infrastructure. The company said the setup is designed to provide users with continued access to its services while aligning operations with Europe’s evolving regulatory requirements.
Yasen Yankov, Chief Product Officer at Nexo, said MiCAR represents a major shift for the digital asset industry in Europe and that the company had been preparing for the framework for a long time.
He added that the company selected Tangany and DLT Finance based on their regulatory standards and technical capabilities. Yankov also said that after completing a testing phase, Nexo’s services continue to operate without disruption.
How Tangany and DLT Finance fit into the plan
Tangany, a Munich-based digital asset custody provider regulated by BaFin and licensed under MiCAR, will provide custody infrastructure for Nexo’s European operations. The company currently supports institutions including banks, brokers, fintech firms, and corporations seeking regulated access to digital asset services.
Martin Kreitmair, CEO of Tangany, said the partnership highlights how regulated infrastructure providers can support crypto companies adapting to Europe’s new regulatory environment. “What our three teams achieved together despite the project’s complexity sets a blueprint for institutions navigating the European market,” Kreitmair said.
Meanwhile, DLT Finance will provide brokerage infrastructure for Nexo’s European services. The company operates under DLT Securities GmbH and provides technology solutions for financial institutions entering digital asset markets.
Alan Kennedy, Senior Partnerships Manager at DLT Finance, said regulated infrastructure will become increasingly important as crypto platforms expand in Europe. He added that DLT Finance aims to provide the financial market infrastructure needed for seamless digital asset services.
From the U.S. return to Europe’s MiCAR rules
Nexo’s latest European regulatory move follows a broader effort by the company to rebuild its operations around compliance-focused frameworks across major markets.
Earlier in 2026, Nexo returned to the U.S. market after exiting the country in 2022 amid regulatory challenges. The company reintroduced crypto trading and credit services under a compliant structure, reflecting its shift toward operating through clearer regulatory frameworks.
The company’s European strategy follows a similar approach, with Nexo relying on licensed partners such as Tangany and DLT Finance to provide regulated custody and brokerage infrastructure under MiCAR requirements.
Meanwhile, other crypto platforms are also working toward regulatory approval in Europe. Bitget EU has been advancing its MiCAR authorization process under Austria’s regulatory review, with approval expected to allow the exchange to provide regulated crypto services across the European Union under a unified framework.
MiCAR reshapes Europe’s crypto infrastructure
MiCAR is becoming a major regulatory milestone for crypto companies operating in the European Union, introducing common standards for licensing, consumer protection, and operational requirements.
As Europe moves toward a unified crypto framework, firms are increasingly partnering with regulated infrastructure providers to ensure compliance and maintain market access.
Also Read: Russia Moves Toward Crypto Rules With New Regulatory Framework
