Denmark OTC Trading Desk — Compliant Development
Launch an OTC trading desk in Denmark with compliance controls mapped to DFSA and MiCA. Block Intelligence builds production software; independent counsel handles licensing.
Compliance scope
Denmark · OTC Trading Desk
Denmark supervises crypto-asset service providers under MiCA through Danish Financial Supervisory Authority (DFSA). Firms offering exchange, custody, advisory, or other CASP services must obtain authorization and meet prudential, governance, and AML requirements before serving clients in the EU.
| Jurisdiction | Denmark |
|---|---|
| Regulator | DFSA |
| Product | OTC Trading Desk |
Software
Built-in compliance controls
- RFQ, quote, and block-trade workflows with approval chains
- Counterparty KYC and credit/limit management
- Settlement tracking and nostro/vostro reconciliation
- Trade blotter exports for compliance and finance
- Integration with liquidity providers and custodians
- Integrated KYC/AML procedures for clients
- Real-time trade monitoring and reporting
- Automated compliance alerts for unusual transactions
Block Intelligence provides technology development and compliance-oriented software architecture. We are not a law firm. Licensing and regulatory advice is provided by independent legal partners in each jurisdiction. Information is current as of 2026-03-01 and subject to change.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- What services does an OTC trading desk provide?
- An OTC trading desk facilitates large trades of crypto-assets directly between parties.
- Is an OTC trading desk regulated in Denmark?
- Yes, it requires CASP authorization from the DFSA.
- How does Block Intelligence ensure compliance for OTC desks?
- We embed compliance controls in the trading software and partner with legal experts.