StoneX Digital Gains VASP Approval from Central Bank of Ireland

​StoneX Digital International Limited, a subsidiary of StoneX Group, has received regulatory approval from the Central Bank of Ireland to operate as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP). This authorization marks a significant milestone in StoneX's expansion into the digital asset sector, enabling the company to offer execution and custody services with advanced trading tools and seamless API integrations. These services will complement StoneX Group's existing global prime brokerage offerings, which include equities, ETFs, futures, and treasuries.

Brian Mulcahy, CEO of StoneX Digital, highlighted the importance of this approval, stating, "This milestone continues the expansion of our services into evolving markets and helps meet the growing demand for institutional-grade digital asset capabilities." He emphasized that the approval underscores the company's commitment to providing secure and compliant solutions in the rapidly changing digital asset landscape.

James McAuslan, Global Head of Prime Services and Head of Securities for EMEA, also commented on the strategic significance: "The approval from the Central Bank of Ireland enhances our custodial and clearing capabilities while strengthening our product ecosystem in one of the EU's leading financial centers. StoneX Digital is vital to our global expansion strategy, as institutional clients increasingly seek secure and regulated exposure to digital assets."

Launched in June 2022, StoneX Digital aims to provide institutional clients with sophisticated digital asset trading tools and market access.