Bitcoin trading is entering Belgium’s mainstream banking system. KBC Bank has announced plans to facilitate the buying and selling of Bitcoin using its Bolero investment platform. With this move, Bitcoin trading is no longer limited to crypto exchanges in Belgium.
What KBC Bank Is Launching
KBC Bank, one of Belgium’s largest financial institutions, will launch Bitcoin and Ethereum trading for retail customers on February 16. You will get access to this service through Bolero, KBC’s popular online investment platform. KBC is the first bank in Belgium to enable its clients to trade in crypto directly, without breaking European regulations.
LATEST: 🏦 KBC Bank will launch Bitcoin and Ethereum trading on Feb. 16 via its Bolero platform, becoming Belgium’s first bank to offer crypto within a regulated framework. pic.twitter.com/EgmCiR9cWF
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How Bitcoin Trading Will Work on Bolero
The new Bitcoin trading feature will be easy to use, especially for users who already invest in stocks or ETFs on Bolero. Customers will be able to:
- •Buy and sell Bitcoin (BTC).
- •Trade Ethereum (ETH).
- •Transfer with their existing Bolero accounts.
There is, however, one limitation to it. Cryptocurrency trading is a closed economy. It means users cannot transfer their Bitcoin and Ethereum to external wallets. Everything remains in Bolero.
Why Regulation Matters Here
KBC’s crypto offering operates under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. The purpose of this regulation is not only to cover the investors but also to introduce sanity to the crypto market. KBC is treating Bitcoin trading as a regulated financial instrument, rather than a risky investment, by adhering to MiCA regulations. To most users, this provides a sense of trust and security that is not possible with conventional crypto exchanges.
JUST IN: 🇧🇪 Belgium’s second largest bank KBC to become the first bank in the country to offer Bitcoin trading 🙌 pic.twitter.com/0RuvaVkZNG
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This move lowers the barrier to entry for crypto investing. Individuals who were not keen on crypto applications or wallets can now enjoy Bitcoin trading through a bank they feel comfortable with. It is also a sign of a change in banks’ perception of digital assets. KBC is embracing crypto rather than shunning it and making it part of the mainstream finance sector.
Conclusion
The introduction of Bitcoin trading at KBC is a significant step to crypto-adoption in Belgium. It merges the familiarity of the banking industry with the increased need of digital assets.