Germany’s second-largest lender DZ Bank secures retail crypto trading MiCA license

Germany’s second-largest lender, DZ Bank, has successfully obtained a MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) license that allows the institution to engage in retail cryptocurrency trading. This significant development positions DZ Bank to expand its services in the rapidly evolving digital asset market, providing clients with more comprehensive access to cryptocurrency trading while ensuring compliance with European regulations. source: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/01/14/germany-s-second-largest-lender-dz-bank-secures-retail-crypto-trading-mica-license