- Tether Ventures leads a €30M round and acquires a minority stake in Bit2Me
- Bit2Me becomes the first Spanish-speaking fintech authorized under MiCA by Spain’s CNMV
- Funding targets European rollout and Latin America, with emphasis on Argentina
- Compliance focus backed by ISO certifications and investors like Telefónica, BBVA, Unicaja, Cecabank and Investcorp
Tether Ventures, the investment arm of Tether, has taken a minority stake in Spain’s crypto firm Bit2Me and is leading a €30 million financing round designed to accelerate the company’s international expansion.
The announcement follows Bit2Me’s recent approval by Spain’s CNMV to operate as a MiCA-compliant CASP (Crypto-Asset Service Provider), a milestone that opens the door to offering services across the European Union.
Deal highlights
While the exact stake size was not disclosed, the funds will support Bit2Me’s growth in Europe and Latin America, with a particular focus on Argentina, where the company already holds a VASP license and sees sustained demand for crypto services.
According to Tether’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, the company aims to back regulated crypto services and infrastructure, aligning with platforms that prioritize user protection, transparency and compliance beyond their home markets.
Bit2Me expects to onboard additional strategic partners into the round over the coming months; neither the updated valuation nor further deal terms were made public.
Regulatory footing and security
Under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets framework, Bit2Me’s CNMV authorization enables the firm to provide custody, exchange and related services throughout the bloc, subject to local implementation and supervision.
Bit2Me emphasizes a rigorous approach to risk and controls, citing ISO 27001 (information security), ISO 22301 (business continuity), ISO 37001 (anti-bribery), ISO 37301 (compliance), UNE 19601 (criminal compliance) and CSA STAR Level 1 certifications among its credentials.
The company highlights a compliance-first posture from its Spain-based headquarters, positioning itself among large exchanges that seek to operate under robust European oversight instead of offshore arrangements.
Company profile and backers
Founded over a decade ago in Castellón, Bit2Me says it serves 7,000+ businesses and millions of users worldwide, offering trading, custody and payment solutions for both retail and corporate clients.
Its cap table already included Telefónica, Unicaja, Cecabank, BBVA and Investcorp, signaling institutional support from major Spanish and international players.
Bit2Me has been recognized by Rankia as Best Cryptocurrency Exchange in Italy and Portugal, and it operates Bit2Me Academy, billed as a leading Spanish-language education hub with 450+ free articles and certificate courses.
Tether Ventures’ strategy
Based in El Salvador, Tether Ventures allocates profits and reserves to technology infrastructure and adjacent fields, maintaining an independent investment mandate from Tether’s core operations.
The unit has diversified across AI, financial services, energy, biotech, education and digital media. Publicly cited deals include Crystal Intelligence, Rumble, Elemental Altus, Adecoagro and sports-related assets such as Juventus, illustrating a breadth of theses beyond pure crypto.
Executives at Bit2Me underscore shared priorities with Tether Ventures around regulated growth, usability and user education—factors both groups see as crucial for scaling adoption in Spanish-speaking markets and the EU.
Expansion roadmap
In the EU, the company plans to use the new capital for product development, payment network integrations and strengthened AML/KYC controls, with phased rollouts to additional member states under the MiCA regime.
Across Latin America, Bit2Me intends to deepen its footprint in Argentina and other priority markets, broaden fiat on- and off-ramps, and localize payment methods and support to match user needs.
Market watchers note that stablecoin adoption continues climbing in the region—with Argentina often cited among the leaders—creating a receptive backdrop for regulated platforms seeking sustainable growth.
The €30 million round, a new EU license under MiCA and established institutional support position the Tether Ventures–Bit2Me partnership to combine regulatory clarity with regional expertise, preparing the ground for strategic expansion across Europe and Latin America.
