Swiss digital asset bank AMINA has achieved a major milestone by securing regulatory approval from Austria’s Financial Market Authority (FMA) under the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) framework. This approval allows AMINA EU (AMINA [Austria] AG) to operate a full range of cryptocurrency services across Europe — including crypto trading, custody, portfolio management, and staking — specifically for professional investors such as family offices and financial institutions.
Formerly known as SEBA Bank, AMINA is already a well-established name in the digital finance sector. The bank holds a Swiss banking license from FINMA, as well as crypto licenses in Hong Kong and Abu Dhabi, demonstrating its global footprint and commitment to regulatory compliance.
AMINA Expands Its Global Footprint Under MiCA
According to CEO Franz Bergmueller, AMINA offers an end-to-end banking experience that bridges traditional finance and digital assets. The bank’s services range from traditional banking to tokenization, and it has seen notable growth in its gold token product, reflecting rising investor interest in asset-backed digital solutions.
By obtaining the MiCA license, AMINA can now seamlessly operate throughout the European Union under a single regulatory framework, positioning itself as a key player in Europe’s evolving digital asset landscape.
Austria Chosen for Its Strong Regulatory Environment
Austria was carefully selected as AMINA’s European base due to its robust regulatory standards and focus on investor protection. The country’s financial oversight and openness to innovation align with AMINA’s long-term strategy of building trust and compliance-driven digital banking solutions.
Bergmueller praised the EU’s unified approach to crypto regulation, stating that he was “positively shocked” by Europe’s commitment to clarity and consistency in digital asset laws. The MiCA framework is seen as a turning point, creating a transparent environment that encourages institutional adoption and signals the growing maturity of the crypto market across Europe.
With this new license, AMINA is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the next phase of regulated digital finance in Europe.
