France Crypto Exchange — Compliant Development
Launch a crypto exchange in France with compliance controls mapped to AMF and MiCA. Block Intelligence builds production software; independent counsel handles licensing.
Compliance scope
France · Crypto Exchange
France supervises crypto-asset service providers under MiCA through Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF). 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 | France |
|---|---|
| Regulator | AMF |
| Product | Crypto Exchange |
Software
Built-in compliance controls
- Order book, matching engine, and trade surveillance hooks
- KYC/AML onboarding and PEP/sanctions screening integration
- Hot/cold wallet segregation and withdrawal approval queues
- Market abuse monitoring and admin compliance dashboards
- Audit logs, STR export hooks, and regulator reporting APIs
- Integrated KYC/AML verification processes
- Real-time transaction monitoring for suspicious activity
- Automated audit logs for compliance reporting
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 compliance controls are included in the crypto exchange software?
- The software includes KYC/AML controls, transaction monitoring, and audit logs to ensure compliance with AMF regulations.
- Can I operate a crypto exchange without AMF authorization?
- No, operating a crypto exchange in France requires obtaining CASP authorization from the AMF.
- How does Block Intelligence support crypto exchange compliance?
- Block Intelligence integrates compliance controls into the software and collaborates with legal partners for licensing support.