KBC вводит криптовалютный трейдинг для розничных клиентов в безопасной среде Translation: KBC introduces cryptocurrency trading for retail clients in a secure environment

One of Belgium’s largest banks, KBC, will begin allowing retail clients to buy and sell leading digital assets starting from February 16, 2023.

This initiative is being launched in accordance with the European regulatory framework known as MiCA and is powered by KBC’s own Bolero platform.

“This will enable self-directed investors in Belgium to invest in cryptocurrencies within a secure and fully regulated framework, marking a first for the country,” the press release states.

Research indicates that approximately 45% of Belgians aged 30 to 40 have already invested in cryptocurrencies. KBC targets this demographic through Bolero, where 60% of its users are under 40 years old. The most common search term on the platform is «Bitcoin.»

Bolero operates solely on a transaction execution model. Clients make their own decisions without receiving investment advice. They must also complete tests to demonstrate their knowledge and experience, as well as their awareness of potential risks.

“We have observed that tech-savvy clients have a keen interest in this type of product. As a platform for self-directed investors, we provide them with full control over their investments, without advisory services, but with necessary support,” explained Bolero CEO Céline Pfister.

To mitigate fraud and money laundering risks, the platform employs a closed system—users buy and sell cryptocurrencies exclusively within Bolero. It adheres to strict KYC and AML procedures.

It is worth noting that in September 2025, KBC joined a banking consortium aimed at launching a euro stablecoin.