Poland OTC Trading Desk — Compliant Development
Launch an OTC trading desk in Poland with compliance controls mapped to KNF and MiCA. Block Intelligence builds production software; independent counsel handles licensing.
Compliance scope
Poland · OTC Trading Desk
Poland supervises crypto-asset service providers under MiCA through Polish Financial Supervision Authority (KNF). 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 | Poland |
|---|---|
| Regulator | KNF |
| 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
- Direct transaction monitoring capabilities
- KYC/AML checks for all trades
- Detailed reporting for regulatory compliance
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 an OTC trading desk?
- An OTC trading desk facilitates the trading of cryptocurrencies directly between parties without a public exchange.
- Are there specific compliance requirements for OTC desks?
- Yes, OTC desks must implement KYC and AML measures as per MiCA regulations.
- Can I operate an OTC desk without a license?
- No, you must obtain CASP authorization from the KNF to operate an OTC trading desk.