The BBVA banking giant finally incorporates cryptocurrency in Spain. Its customers will soon be able to buy and sell Bitcoin and Ether via its mobile application. An advance that marks a turning point for traditional finance!
BBVA integrates crypto into its banking services
The Crypto market takes a new step with the announcement of BBVA. The second largest bank in Spain received the approval of the CNMV to offer the Crypto trading to its customers. From 2025, it will therefore be possible to buy, sell and manage Bitcoin and Ethereum directly via the mobile application of the establishment.
This initiative positions BBVA as a major player in the adoption of cryptocurrencies in Europe. Unlike other banks (which are based on third -party providers), BBVA will use its own trading and conservation platform for cryptographic keys. Enough to guarantee the total control of the cryptocurrency of its customers!
A gradual deployment after successful tests in Switzerland and Turkey
Before launching her Crypto services in SpainBBVA first tested digital investment in Switzerland. In this country, Crypto regulations aims to be more flexible. As early as 2021, the Swiss subsidiary of BBVA therefore offered its private customers for day care and trading services. These include:
- Bitcoin;
- Ethereum;
- USDC.
With this successful experience, the bank then deployed its offer in Türkiye via its guaranteed subsidiary BBVA Kripto. The latter opened her Crypto trading services in January 2025.
The integration of Spain therefore marks a new phase of expansion for BBVA, which capitalizes on its expertise to adapt to new regulatory requirements.
First, only some private customers will have access to cryptocurrency via Bbva Before a gradual generalization to the entire market. An approach that allows the bank to adjust its offer while respecting the local regulations !
With this announcement, BBVA thus confirms that banks can no longer ignore cryptocurrency. This marks a new step towards the democratization of blockchain and crypto trading in Europe. This initiative could even encourage other financial institutions to follow the movement. What accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrencies on the continent!
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