Binance is doubling down on Europe. With the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework set to be fully enforced in July 2026, the exchange has reaffirmed its commitment to operating across the continent in full regulatory compliance.
The statement comes as Binance appears on track to secure a MiCA license through Greece’s Hellenic Capital Market Commission, a move that would grant it a regulatory passport to serve all 27 EU member states from a single jurisdiction.
Greece as the strategic beachhead
The exchange established a Greek holding company in December 2025, then submitted a MiCA license application with the Hellenic Capital Market Commission in January 2026. Co-CEO Richard Teng elaborated on the rationale during remarks on February 26, 2026, pointing to Greece’s favorable regulatory environment, availability of local talent, and security considerations as driving factors.
By June 2026, reports indicated that Binance is likely to obtain the Greek license. If approved, it would arrive just ahead of the July 2026 deadline, after which unlicensed platforms may face operational restrictions across the EU.
