Kraken Custody Expands to Europe via Ireland-Based PESL

Kraken’s European unit PESL has received approval from the Central Bank of Ireland to operate as a regulated digital asset custody provider under the EU MiCA framework, catering to institutional clients in the European Economic Area.

Summary

Kraken’s institutional custody division, Kraken Custody, will operate in Europe through its subsidiary, Payward Europe Solutions Limited (PESL), which has been authorized by the Central Bank of Ireland. The service will comply with the EU’s MiCA regulation and serve institutional clients in the European Economic Area.

Terms & Concepts
  • Kraken Custody: The institutional asset custody division of Kraken, providing secure storage solutions for cryptocurrencies.
  • MiCA: Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation by the European Union, establishing a legal framework for crypto services in the EU.
  • Central Bank of Ireland: The national financial regulator of Ireland overseeing banks, payment providers, and licensed crypto service companies.