How to Choose a Jurisdiction for Your Crypto Startup: SBSB’s Guide
2026 will mark a pivotal year for cryptocurrency startups in Europe as the MiCA Regulation takes full effect. The new framework imposes stringent licensing requirements, AML/CTF compliance, and corporate governance standards—challenges that demand strategic jurisdictional planning.
SBSB FinTech Lawyers, a firm with decade-long crypto expertise, emphasizes the criticality of location selection. "MiCA creates a unified EU market but raises entry barriers," notes Ivan Nevzorov, Acting CEO. "The right jurisdiction balances costs with compliance longevity."
Key considerations include minimum capital thresholds, regulatory oversight intensity, and transitional policy windows—factors that could determine a startup's survival in the post-MiCA landscape.
