TLDR
- Bitpanda Technology Solutions partners with Croatian fintech Aircash to launch digital investment services in Eastern Europe
- Aircash’s 1 million users will access cryptocurrency, fractional stock, and ETF trading through their mobile app
- Services start in Croatia and will expand to Germany, Austria, Slovenia, Spain, Romania, Greece, and Cyprus
- Partnership uses Bitpanda’s regulated infrastructure to provide secure investment platform
- Aircash is Croatia’s first regulated electronic money institution with EU/EEA passport
Bitpanda Technology Solutions has announced a partnership with Croatian fintech company Aircash to launch digital investment services across Eastern Europe. The collaboration will allow Aircash’s existing customers to trade cryptocurrencies, fractional stocks, and ETFs directly through their mobile app.
Aircash operates as Croatia’s first regulated electronic money institution and holds licensing across all EU and EEA member states. The company currently serves over one million customers spanning thirteen countries throughout Central and Southeastern Europe.
The partnership leverages Bitpanda Technology Solutions’ investment infrastructure platform to deliver regulated trading services. BTS provides end-to-end solutions for financial institutions seeking to offer digital asset services while maintaining compliance with European regulatory standards.
Nadeem Ladki, Global Head of Bitpanda Technology Solutions, stated the partnership would provide Aircash with infrastructure to power their growth phase. He emphasized delivering a seamless and regulated investment experience to millions of users in the region.
Phased Regional Rollout Planned
The new investment services will initially launch in Croatia before expanding to additional markets. Aircash plans to progressively roll out services to Germany, Austria, Slovenia, Spain, Romania, Greece, and Cyprus.
Aircash CEO Hrvoje Ćosić described the collaboration as aligned with their vision of simplifying investment access. The partnership aims to provide millions of users with regulated access to diverse financial opportunities through an intuitive platform.
Deloitte Technology previously recognized Aircash as one of the top five fastest-growing tech companies in Central Europe. The company operates as a licensed electronic money institution registered with the European Banking Authority and serves as an official Mastercard issuer.
Infrastructure and Technology Integration
Bitpanda Technology Solutions operates as a global investment infrastructure provider serving banks, neobanks, and fintech companies. The platform offers access to over 600 cryptocurrencies alongside traditional assets through API integration or white-label solutions.
The company maintains security certifications including SOC 2, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS standards. BTS currently serves financial institutions across Europe through its modular platform designed for fast integration.
Aircash became the first non-bank in Croatia to obtain Mastercard card issuer status in 2021. The company launched the Aircash Mastercard prepaid card and maintains availability at over 250,000 points of sale.
The partnership positions both companies to serve growing demand for digital asset access in Eastern European markets. Services will be delivered through Aircash’s existing mobile application infrastructure with BTS providing the underlying investment platform technology.
