MV Capital - Bitcoin Suisse Secures Abu Dhabi License to Strengthen Middle East Operations

Bitcoin Suisse Group’s subsidiary BTCS (Middle East) Ltd. has obtained Financial Services Permission from ADGM’s FSRA, allowing regulated digital asset services for institutional clients in the UAE

Regulatory Approval Details

Bitcoin Suisse has taken a key step in its international growth with the approval granted to its Abu Dhabi subsidiary. The Financial Services Permission (FSP) from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) completes a detailed multi-stage review process.

This authorization permits BTCS (Middle East) Ltd. to provide a range of regulated services, including institutional-grade custody, trading of approved virtual assets, and tools for managing digital asset positions in a compliant setting. Clients will work with dedicated relationship managers who deliver both technical capabilities and ongoing support.

Key Facts About the LicenseEnables services for institutional and professional clients across the UAE
Builds on more than ten years of operational experience in digital assets
Positions the firm to support tokenized real-world assets in the future

Company Background and Scale

Founded in 2013 and based in Zug, Switzerland, Bitcoin Suisse operates as a provider of digital asset services such as trading, custody, staking, and lending. The group serves institutional clients, foundations, family offices, asset managers, and high-net-worth individuals.

Bitcoin Suisse currently safeguards USD 3.7 billion in crypto assets and holds the position of the fourth-largest staking operator worldwide. The company employs more than 200 staff members across Switzerland, Liechtenstein, the United Arab Emirates, and Bermuda.

“Receiving the FSP from the FSRA is a major milestone in our international growth strategy. The authorization builds on more than a decade of experience in infrastructure, risk management, and client relationships. We look forward to offering institutional-grade services combined with personal attention in the UAE.”Ceyda Majcen, CEO of BTCS ME

Support from ADGM Leadership

Arvind Ramamurthy, Chief Market Development Officer at ADGM, welcomed the development.

“We congratulate Bitcoin Suisse on receiving its FSP from the FSRA. Its expansion into ADGM reinforces the strength and maturity of our digital assets ecosystem, which continues to attract leading global institutions seeking regulatory clarity and growth opportunities. ADGM remains committed to enabling innovation within a robust regulatory environment.”Arvind Ramamurthy, Chief Market Development Officer, ADGM

Broader Expansion Context

The Abu Dhabi approval forms part of Bitcoin Suisse’s strategy to establish regulated operations in multiple jurisdictions. Two weeks prior, its European entity secured a crypto asset service provider license under the MiCAR framework from the Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority, allowing service to selected EEA markets.

These moves align with the firm’s goal to function as a global partner for digital asset wealth management, bringing established practices from Switzerland’s crypto sector to new regions.

Timeline of Recent DevelopmentsJune 2026: MiCAR license obtained for European operations
July 2026: FSP granted by ADGM FSRA for Middle East subsidiary
Ongoing: Preparation for tokenized asset offerings

Aspect	Details
Custody Assets	USD 3.7 billion
Staking Rank	Fourth globally
Founded	2013 in Zug, Switzerland
Key Services	Custody, trading, staking, lending

The approval in Abu Dhabi provides Bitcoin Suisse with a regulated base in one of the region’s primary financial centers, supporting its ability to meet institutional demand for structured digital asset solutions.