Crypto platform development built for compliance and scale

Malta was one of the first countries globally to introduce a comprehensive regulatory framework for crypto and blockchain — the Virtual Financial Assets (VFA) Act, enacted in 2018. The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) provides clear licensing pathways for exchanges, brokerages, custodians, and token issuers. This regulatory clarity gives your platform credibility with institutional investors, banking partners, and users. Malta is also an EU member state, which means EU passporting rights — a VFA licence in Malta can be used to offer services across all 27 EU member states. Combined with a crypto-friendly government, competitive corporate tax structures, English-speaking talent pool, and a growing ecosystem of blockchain companies, legal firms, and compliance specialists, Malta remains one of the strongest jurisdictions in Europe for launching a crypto business.

The cost of building a crypto exchange depends heavily on the type (centralised vs decentralised), feature set, and compliance requirements. A basic decentralised exchange (DEX) with AMM pools and token swapping typically starts at EUR 50,000 to EUR 80,000. A centralised exchange (CEX) with order book matching, fiat on/off ramps, KYC/AML integration, and custodial wallet infrastructure ranges from EUR 100,000 to EUR 200,000+. Enterprise-grade exchanges with institutional features — multi-sig governance, cold storage, OTC desks, margin trading, and MFSA VFA compliance — can exceed EUR 200,000. We recommend starting with a focused MVP that covers core trading functionality and compliance, then iterating based on user feedback and trading volume data.

Yes. We develop a full range of DeFi protocols including Automated Market Makers (AMMs) similar to Uniswap and Curve, lending and borrowing platforms modelled on Aave and Compound, staking protocols with liquid staking derivatives, yield farming aggregators, and cross-chain bridge contracts. Every DeFi protocol we build undergoes rigorous security auditing — including formal verification of critical smart contract logic, fuzz testing, and invariant testing using tools like Foundry and Echidna. We also implement timelocks, multi-sig governance, and emergency pause mechanisms as standard security features.

We build platforms that are architecturally compliant with MFSA VFA requirements from day one — including KYC/AML identity verification workflows, transaction monitoring, travel rule compliance, audit trails, and data retention policies. While we are a technology studio and do not provide legal or licensing advice directly, we partner with established Malta-based legal firms that specialise in MFSA VFA applications. We work closely with your legal counsel throughout the build process to ensure the platform meets all technical requirements for VFA Class 1 through Class 4 licensing.

The right blockchain depends on your use case, target audience, and performance requirements. Ethereum remains the gold standard for DeFi and NFTs due to its massive developer ecosystem, liquidity, and institutional trust — but gas fees can be high. Layer 2 solutions like Arbitrum, Optimism, and Base offer Ethereum security with dramatically lower costs and faster transactions. Polygon provides an excellent balance of low fees, EVM compatibility, and strong enterprise adoption. Solana is ideal for high-frequency trading applications and consumer-facing products that need sub-second finality. BNB Chain is popular in Asia-Pacific markets with lower costs. We often recommend a multi-chain strategy starting with one primary chain and expanding to others as your user base grows.

Smart contract security is non-negotiable in crypto development. Our security process includes multiple layers: first, we follow secure development patterns using battle-tested libraries like OpenZeppelin. Second, we write comprehensive unit tests and integration tests targeting 100% branch coverage. Third, we use automated analysis tools — Slither for static analysis, Mythril for symbolic execution, and Foundry for fuzz testing and invariant testing. Fourth, we perform manual code review with a focus on reentrancy, flash loan attacks, oracle manipulation, access control, and economic exploits. Fifth, we engage independent third-party auditing firms for a fresh-eyes review before mainnet deployment. Finally, we implement bug bounty programmes and monitoring with real-time alerting for anomalous on-chain behaviour.

Yes. We build full-featured NFT marketplaces with lazy minting (so creators pay no gas until the first sale), English and Dutch auction mechanics, fixed-price listings, offer and counter-offer systems, collection pages with rarity rankings, royalty enforcement using EIP-2981, and multi-chain support across Ethereum, Polygon, and Solana. We also build creator tools — batch minting, collection generators, airdrop functionality, and allowlist management for pre-sale access. Our NFT platforms integrate with IPFS and Arweave for decentralised metadata storage, ensuring your NFTs are truly permanent and censorship-resistant.

Absolutely. We integrate cryptocurrency payment processing into existing websites, eCommerce stores, and business platforms. Your customers can pay in BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC, and other major tokens via payment APIs from providers like Coinbase Commerce, BitPay, or custom smart contract-based payment flows. We handle wallet connection, transaction signing, real-time price conversion, payment confirmation with configurable block confirmations, and automatic settlement to fiat if required. For eCommerce, we integrate directly with Shopify, WooCommerce, and custom storefronts. For B2B, we build invoicing systems with crypto payment options and automatic reconciliation with your accounting software.