Bitcoin Suisse Gains Regulatory Foothold in Abu Dhabi

Bitcoin Suisse, a prominent Swiss crypto financial services provider, has taken a significant step in expanding its global presence.

Sophia Cruz•Wednesday, May 21, 2025•2 min read

Quick overview

Bitcoin Suisse's subsidiary, BTCS (Middle East) Ltd., has received In-Principle Approval from the FSRA of Abu Dhabi Global Market to offer regulated crypto services in the Middle East.
This approval signifies Bitcoin Suisse's commitment to regulatory compliance and operational security as it expands into emerging financial hubs.
Once fully licensed, the firm will provide a range of services including trading in virtual assets and custodial solutions under a regulated environment.
The entry into Abu Dhabi's financial ecosystem is expected to enhance Bitcoin Suisse's institutional reach and offerings in a region increasingly adopting digital assets.

Bitcoin Suisse, a prominent Swiss crypto financial services provider, has taken a significant step in expanding its global presence.

Its subsidiary, BTCS (Middle East) Ltd., has secured an In-Principle Approval (IPA) from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). This positions the firm to offer regulated crypto-related financial services across the Middle East.

The approval marks a strategic milestone for Bitcoin Suisse, signaling its commitment to regulatory compliance, operational security, and expansion into emerging financial hubs. Once the firm secures its full Financial Services Permission (FSP), it will be authorized to provide a suite of services—including trading in virtual assets, crypto securities, derivatives, and custodial solutions—all under a licensed and regulated environment.

Abu Dhabi’s ADGM has become a magnet for digital asset firms, thanks to its well-structured regulatory framework. For Bitcoin Suisse, this move aligns with its long-term strategy of building a stronghold in high-potential markets while maintaining the standards that have made it a leading name in crypto finance.

Ceyda Majcen, the appointed Senior Executive Officer of BTCS (Middle East), emphasized the company’s excitement in entering Abu Dhabi’s financial ecosystem. She noted the region’s growth potential and Bitcoin Suisse’s focus on delivering secure, transparent, and regulated crypto services for both institutional and retail clients.

With over $6 billion in digital assets under custody and more than $2.6 billion in institutional staking services, Bitcoin Suisse is already one of the most trusted crypto financial providers globally. Its entry into ADGM is expected to deepen its institutional reach and expand its offerings in a region increasingly embracing digital assets.

Leaders within ADGM have expressed support for Bitcoin Suisse’s entry, calling it a reflection of the market’s strength and evolving maturity. The move also underscores the global momentum toward regulated crypto infrastructure.

As Bitcoin Suisse works toward full licensing, financial brokers should monitor how this move shapes institutional demand and product offerings in the Middle East’s evolving crypto landscape.

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Sophia Cruz

Financial Writer - Asian & European Desks

Sophia is an experienced writer, reporter and newsdesk member, mostly on the financial sectors. For the past 5 years Sophia has covered a wide variety of topics such as the financial markets, economics, technology, fin-tech and trading. Sophia has been a part of the FX Leaders team since 2017 and works on producing valuable content and information for traders of all levels of experience.