Success Stories
AllUnity is the first regulated e-money token issuer in Germany in accordance with MiCAR. FinPlanet was responsible for the licence application and the implementation of a regulatory-compliant organisational and procedural structure. AllUnity received a licence as an e-money institution in accordance with ZAG in just nine months after submitting its licence application.
As Germany's largest service bank for asset managers, V-Bank added crypto custody services to its range of services in accordance with the German Banking Act (KWG). This required an application for a licence. Due to limited internal resources, FinPlanet supported the creation and adjustment of various internal documents and managed the new product process. V-Bank received a licence as only the second CRR credit institution in Germany. In addition, FinPlanet successfully supported the extension of the licence to the EU-wide MiCAR.
A major crypto exchange applied for a licence to trade and custody crypto assets in accordance with the German Banking Act (KWG). FinPlanet was brought into the project to respond to feedback from the supervisory authority. With the support of FinPlanet, the feedback could be implemented in a timely manner, resulting in a licence being granted within just a few weeks. In addition, FinPlanet successfully supported the extension of the licence to the EU-wide MiCAR.
21X is a young FinTech that operates a DLT-TSS in accordance with DLTR. FinPlanet was largely responsible for preparing the licence application and took over project management. 21X was the first company in the EU to receive a licence to operate a DLT-TSS.
SWIAT is a regulated crypto securities register operator under the German Electronic Securities Act (eWpG). FinPlanet provided significant support to SWIAT during its application process, assisting with the development of internal guidelines and work instructions in various areas. SWIAT received its licence less than 12 months after submitting its application.
Cryptonow is a MiCAR-regulated crypto asset service provider in Austria. FinPlanet was solely responsible for preparing the DORA-relevant chapters of the licence application as well as the corresponding internal documentation. Cryptonow received its licence from the Austrian Financial Market Authority (FMA) after just six months.
Testimonials from trusted partners
"We particularly value our collaboration with FinPlanet on strategic issues relating to DLT-based business models and licensing issues. FinPlanet stands out through its direct communication channels exceptional strategic depth, and a genuine enthusiasm for innovation."
Partner, YPOG
"Very pleasant collaboration: proactive and solution-oriented, excellent understanding of the market and high quality in specialist areas."
Partner, Jones Day
"In our collaboration with FinPlanet, we particularly appreciate the combination of in-depth process and product knowledge and practical regulatory experience. Their specialised expertise enables targeted and efficient project work – especially in complex DLT projects."
Partner, Osborne Clarke
FinPlanet supported dwpbank in its MiCAR notification for the custody and transfer of crypto-assets.
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