MoonPay Secures Wisconsin License, Expands Presence in U.S. Crypto Market

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MoonPay obtains Money paymTransmitter License in Wisconsin, increasing US footprint.
The license enables Wisconsin residents to purchase crypto seamlessly with no additional MoonPay fees (network fees still apply).
This move further reinforces MoonPay’s commitment to compliance and user trust.

Miami, USA — Cryptocurrency payments platform MoonPay has achieved a major win in its U.S. expansion strategy. The firm has announced that it has recently been granted a Money Transmitter License (MTL) from the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. MoonPay’s suite of services is now accessible to residents of the state as a result of this green light, representing yet another extension in the platform’s reach across the nation.

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What is the Wisconsin Money Transmitter License?

Companies wishing to conduct money transmission in Wisconsin must obtain a Wisconsin Money Transmitter License (MTL), a regulatory approval issued by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). This involves enabling electronic payments, digital asset transactions, and fiat-to-crypto exchanges in a manner that adheres to state financial regulations.

Securing an MTL in Wisconsin indicates a company complies with stringent consumer protection, anti-money laundering (AML) policies, cybersecurity, and financial stability requirements. Such a license would help crypto companies such as MoonPay build a bridge of confidence between themselves and users and regulators and will ultimately help enable seamless and compliant transacting of crypto within Wisconsin.

What the Wisconsin License Means for MoonPay and Its Users

Wisconsin MTL provides MoonPay authorization to legally offer money transmission services in the state, ensuring compliance with state regulations. Residents are now able to fund their MoonPay Balance and purchase items without paying any additional MoonPay fees (ecosystem/network fees will still apply). This regulatory milestone not only strengthens MoonPay’s credibility but also facilitates easier and more secure access to digital assets for Wisconsin residents.

Ivan Soto-Wright, Co-founder and CEO of MoonPay, emphasized the significance of regulatory compliance, declaring that Wisconsin MTL’s acquisition confirms MoonPay’s status as a fully-compliant, market-leading platform. This step also reflects their commitment to iron-clad compliance and user-centric innovation, proving their focus on charting a compliant path towards unlocking crypto for users around the world.

With an agricultural base and growing tech sector, Wisconsin has shown a progressive mindset when it comes to digital assets. Last year, it became the first state in the US to acquire Bitcoin, which signaled new interest in broadening cryptocurrency adoption. This will enable faster crypto payment services in the Wisconsin market, thanks to MoonPay’s entry into the state.

MoonPay is now operating MTLs in 46 states across the US with its newest entrant, Wisconsin. This permit is just the latest in a series of MTLs that MoonPay has received in the United States, demonstrating MoonPay’s continued commitment to regulatory compliance. This proactive effort to secure licenses clearly reflects MoonPay’s commitment to operating within the legal frameworks of each state. With each addition to its state approvals, MoonPay is further establishing itself as a leader in regulated crypto transactions and setting a new standard for compliance in the industry.

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State licenses boost both security and market stability: State licensing goes a long way in creating security by enforcing strong anti-fraud measures, extensive data privacy measures and ongoing compliance reviews. This prevents malicious manipulations of funds and establishes consumer confidence. Such approvals will trigger broader market adjustments by driving similar steps in other markets also, resulting in improved compliance practices with stability in crypto integration. Additionally, endorsements by local regulators encourage firms to create customized solutions that integrate digital payment technologies with traditional standards of law.

MoonPay’s Licensing Acquisition and Growth Strategy After The Wisconsin Approval

MoonPay’s growth isn’t just geographic — it is also a new service offering, gained through acquisitions.

In January, MoonPay bought Solana-based blockchain payment processor Helio for $175 million. Helio enables e-commerce, digital subscriptions, and other online goods payments in USDC, SOL, BTC, and ETH.

Commenting on these moves, Lidia Yadlos highlighted MoonPay’s acquisition of Iron, a stablecoin infrastructure platform. She said the acquisition enables a significant extension of MoonPay’s enterprise-grade offerings, enabling businesses to effortlessly accept stablecoin payments. MoonPay further obtained a MiCA license from the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets. This Approval in Europe strengthens MoonPay’s strong compliance with European crypto legislation and allows it to scale its operations in the region.

MoonPay obtaining licenses and compliance will give the much needed trust so that adoption will grow in the digital assets space. It promotes a shift towards manageable risk within well-defined legal parameters and encourages sustainable development. When crypto platforms become serious about accountability, they open themselves to a wider audience of investors and users, catalyzing the overall growth of digital finance.