--- title: "Gate accelerates its European expansion, with Malta's regulatory advantages boosting its MiCA compliance process." type: "News" locale: "en" url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/269673081.md" description: "Gate Group is accelerating its European expansion by leveraging Malta's regulatory advantages to boost its MiCA compliance process. CEO Giovanni Cunti highlighted the strategic decision to establish operations in Malta due to its pioneering crypto regulations and supportive ecosystem. Since acquiring a Maltese license in 2018, Gate has strengthened its compliant operations and contributed to Malta's crypto ecosystem development. Malta will remain Gate's core European hub for further business expansion." datetime: "2025-12-15T06:17:00.000Z" locales: - [zh-CN](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/269673081.md) - [en](https://longbridge.com/en/news/269673081.md) - [zh-HK](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/269673081.md) --- # Gate accelerates its European expansion, with Malta's regulatory advantages boosting its MiCA compliance process. According to MaltaCEOs.mt, Giovanni Cunti, CEO of Gate Technology Ltd., outlined Gate Group's strategic plans following the acquisition of its Maltese license in an interview. Gate Group's decision to establish its European operations in Malta in 2018 was made after a comprehensive assessment of the emerging European crypto market. Cunti explained that the team compared multiple jurisdictions, considering factors such as openness to crypto businesses, regulatory maturity, government support, and ecosystem development. Malta, as a pioneer in implementing crypto regulations and positioned as a "blockchain island," ultimately stood out. Gate completed its registration in Malta at the end of 2018, laying the institutional and procedural foundation for providing compliant crypto asset services. Cunti emphasized that through close collaboration with the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) and years of dedicated local development, Gate has not only strengthened its compliant operational capabilities but also contributed to the overall development of the Malta crypto ecosystem. Gate will continue to use Malta as its core European hub to further expand its business footprint in the European market. ## Related News & Research - [Broadcom Says AI Demand Is 'Insatiable'](https://longbridge.com/en/news/288720075.md) - [Why Tempus AI Stock Is Surging On Thursday?](https://longbridge.com/en/news/288752450.md) - [Wall Street banks and CEOs promote SpaceX in flashy events with BofA, Morgan Stanley, JPM events planned](https://longbridge.com/en/news/288753814.md) - [IONQ vs. RGTI: Analysts See Big Upside for One Quantum Computing Stock, Downside for the Other. Here's Why](https://longbridge.com/en/news/288694066.md) - [Why Is Redwire Stock Soaring Thursday?](https://longbridge.com/en/news/288750924.md)