Greece Crypto Exchange — Compliant Development
Launch a crypto exchange in Greece with compliance controls mapped to HCMC and MiCA. Block Intelligence builds production software; independent counsel handles licensing.
Compliance scope
Greece · Crypto Exchange
Greece supervises crypto-asset service providers under MiCA through Hellenic Capital Market Commission (HCMC). 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 | Greece |
|---|---|
| Regulator | HCMC |
| 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 compliance checks
- Real-time transaction monitoring systems
- Automated audit logs for regulatory 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 is required to launch a crypto exchange in Greece?
- You need to obtain CASP authorization from HCMC and ensure compliance with MiCA regulations.
- How does Block Intelligence assist with crypto exchange development?
- We provide end-to-end software development with built-in compliance controls.
- Can I operate a crypto exchange without HCMC authorization?
- No, operating a crypto exchange in Greece requires HCMC authorization.