Celsion Bank AG launches as a fully licensed bank built for digital assets

Vaduz, April 2026 - Celsion Bank AG has commenced its operational activities. The bank is licensed by the Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority (FMA) and authorised under MiCAR, enabling it to serve clients across the EU/EEA, Switzerland and other jurisdictions subject to applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Purpose-built for digital asset banking, Celsion combines digital asset capabilities with traditional banking infrastructure within a single, integrated framework. The bank focuses on clients active in digital assets, including companies, asset managers, foundations, and other corporates with digital asset exposure.

At launch, the bank provides digital asset custody, trading, staking and transfer services, complemented by core banking services within a fully regulated framework. These capabilities are integrated into a single infrastructure, enabling clients to manage digital assets alongside traditional banking services in a seamless setup.

Celsion’s Executive Management combines extensive experience in regulated banking, capital markets, audit, technology and risk management with hands-on expertise in digital assets. The organisation is led by CEO Dr. Markus Federspiel, alongside Mauro Casellini (CGO), Holger Schultes (COO), Harald Siegel (CFO) and Kevin Pekar (CRO), and is supported by a strong and experienced team across all key functions. This is complemented by a long-term investor base with deep expertise in digital assets and a clear commitment to building a resilient financial institution.

“Clients active in digital assets require a banking setup where trading, custody and payments operate seamlessly together. That is the infrastructure Celsion provides.”

says Lee Weiss, Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Dr. Markus Federspiel, CEO of Celsion Bank AG, adds:

“We are not simply building another bank, but shaping a model that enables the long-term integration of traditional banking and digital assets within a fully regulated environment.”

With the start of operations, Celsion enters the market from Liechtenstein, a financial centre known for its stability, security, high supervisory standards and clear legal framework for digital assets. As one of Europe's most established regulatory environments for digital asset banking, Liechtenstein provides a strong foundation for an institution built to operate across digital asset and traditional financial markets.