ZBD, a provider of payment solutions for the interactive entertainment industry, has obtained an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence in the Netherlands.
The licence follows its approval under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) in December 2024.
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The EMI licence authorises ZBD to engage in activities such as the issuance and transfer of fiat electronic money, provision of debit cards, and the future offering of virtual IBANs for both individual and business clients.
The dual licencing enables ZBD to operate a range of fiat and cryptocurrency services across the European Economic Area (EEA).
ZBD COO Marca Wosoba stated: “Securing the EMI licence is a crucial step in our mission to be the next-gen PSP for interactive entertainment.
“By combining our innovative Bitcoin-based solutions with traditional fiat services, we’re creating a truly comprehensive and innovative financial ecosystem for our users across the EEA.”
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By GlobalDataAdditionally, ZBD forged a partnership with ClearBank, which will act as its banking partner within the EU and EEA.
ClearBank will manage operational and safeguarding accounts, facilitating the integration of Euro and Bitcoin balances for ZBD’s EU user base.
ClearBank Europe COO Ezequiel Canestrari said: “This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to delivering secure, scalable, and forward-thinking solutions, and we’re excited to be part of ZBD’s growth journey, unlocking our clients’ potential to innovate revolutionary fintech products. We look forward to supporting their continued success.”
