Fibank and Bitpanda Partner for Integrated Crypto Access

Fibank (First Investment Bank) and Bitpanda GmbH have formed a strategic partnership to provide Fibank customers with integrated crypto asset trading via the My Fibank mobile app. As of October 12, 2026, this partnership allows Fibank to become the first bank in Bulgaria to offer such a service, facilitated through Bitpanda's established crypto asset infrastructure.

This collaboration enables users to effortlessly manage digital assets alongside traditional financial products within the My Fibank app, starting with minimal investments of €1. Fibank CEO Nikola Bakalov emphasizes the importance of innovating in line with evolving customer habits and leveraging European technological partnerships while complying with regulations.

The partnership responds to rising demand for digital asset solutions in Europe, positioning Fibank at the forefront of EU credit institutions offering such services. Bitpanda's Global Head, Nadeem Ladki, highlights the role banks play in mainstreaming digital assets, and the initiative aims to reach over a million customers in Bulgaria.