Banca Sella Becomes First Italian Bank Licensed For Bitcoin And Crypto Services Under MiCA

Banca Sella has become the first Italian bank to receive authorization to offer cryptocurrency services under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation, completing its notification process with the Bank of Italy on May 27, 2026. 

The Biella-based bank plans to launch custody and transfer services for digital assets before the end of 2026, targeting select customer categories.

Under MiCA, credit institutions can enter certain crypto-asset services through a notification process with their national regulator — a lighter path than the full licensing required for non-bank entities. Banca Sella filed its notification 40 days in advance, as required, and cleared…

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