BBVA Launches Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading as EU Crypto Regulations Tighten

by News Editor

March 10, 2025

In a landmark move, Spain’s banking giant Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA) has gained approval from the Spanish financial regulator to offer Bitcoin and Ethereum trading to its clientele. This step is a result of the EU-wide enforcement of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation.

Key Insights

The authorization ends a prolonged journey, allowing BBVA to provide digital assets to its customers.
BBVA’s crypto journey follows in the footsteps of other major European banks like Deutsche Bank and Société Générale.
This approval highlights the changing dynamics of crypto markets across Europe.

The Bigger Picture

BBVA’s approval comes as MiCA takes full effect across the EU, marking a crucial phase in the bank’s strategy to offer digital asset services. Initially reported by CoinDesk in 2020, BBVA’s expansion into digital currencies was contingent upon regulatory clearance, previously planned for Switzerland due to its established regulatory framework.

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Earlier this year, the bank ventured into Turkey’s crypto market through a local subsidiary.

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CSE Reports March Market Shares As Argus Tops With 30.83%

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

April 7, 2026

Overview

Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) reported €31.50 million in share transactions for March 2026, including €11.24 million in pre-agreed trades. Data also cover the first quarter, with total transactions reaching €86.06 million across January to March.

Detailed Market Analysis

CSE provides market share calculations both including and excluding pre-agreed transactions. March figures incorporate these trades, while separate data sets highlight activity without them. Such differentiation reflects varying trading dynamics and offers a clearer view of market structure. Bond values are excluded from percentage calculations.

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Quarterly Performance Metrics

Figures for the January–March period show how market shares shift depending on the calculation methodology. Year-to-date data provide a broader perspective on member activity across the exchange. Inclusion or exclusion of pre-agreed transactions affects comparative positioning. These metrics are used to assess overall performance trends.

Key Participant Performance

Argus Stockbrokers Ltd recorded a 30.83% market share in March, with transactions totaling €9.71 million, placing it first for the month. CISCO Ltd held a 24.54% share in March and ranked first for the quarter with 26.19%. Mega Equity Financial Services Ltd followed with 18.31% in March and 24.08% across the quarter. Additional participants included Eurobank EFG Equities with 8.04% and Atlantic Securities Ltd with 7.46%, contributing to overall market activity.

Aggregate Trading Volumes

Pre-agreed transactions accounted for €11.24 million of March’s total turnover. Overall trading value reached €86.06 million for the first quarter. These figures reflect both negotiated and regular market activity, providing a fuller picture of trading volumes.

Conclusion

CSE data outline the distribution of market shares and transaction volumes across members. Distinctions between pre-agreed and regular trades highlight differences in activity patterns. Reported figures provide a basis for evaluating market structure and participant performance.

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