Category: Cryptocurrency Regulation - Page 5

January 7 2026 by Bruce Pea

Malta Financial Services Authority Crypto Rules: What You Need to Know in 2026

Malta's crypto rules under the MFSA and MiCA are now the strictest in Europe. Learn what licenses you need, how much it costs, and what compliance really means in 2026.

December 27 2025 by Bruce Pea

Why Trading Volume Dropped After Crypto Restrictions in 2025

Crypto trading volume dropped sharply in 2025 after new regulations forced exchanges to delist tokens and restrict users. Despite Bitcoin hitting new highs, retail activity fell as compliance changed how people traded - and who could trade at all.

December 24 2025 by Bruce Pea

Namibia Banking Restrictions on Crypto Transactions: What You Need to Know in 2025

Namibia allows licensed crypto businesses but blocks individuals from using them. Banks freeze accounts, provisional licenses delay access, and crypto remains technically illegal despite new laws. Here's what's really happening in 2025.

December 24 2025 by Bruce Pea

Namibia Banking Restrictions on Crypto Transactions: What You Need to Know in 2025

Namibia's banking system restricts crypto transactions despite the 2023 Virtual Assets Act. Banks freeze accounts, no licensed exchanges operate, and individuals face legal uncertainty. Here's what you need to know in 2025.

December 21 2025 by Bruce Pea

VPN Usage for Crypto Access in China: Legal Risks in 2025

Using a VPN to access crypto in China is illegal and risky in 2025. The government bans all private crypto activity, and VPN use to bypass restrictions can lead to fines, account freezes, or criminal charges.

December 21 2025 by Bruce Pea

VPN Usage for Crypto Access in China: Legal Risks in 2025

In 2025, China bans all private cryptocurrency use. Using a VPN to access crypto exchanges like Binance is illegal and risky. Authorities actively block VPNs, monitor transactions, and confiscate assets. The digital yuan is the only legal alternative.

December 20 2025 by Bruce Pea

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF Approvals in the US: What Changed and What It Means for Investors

The U.S. approved spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in 2024, marking a turning point for crypto in mainstream finance. With in-kind trading now allowed, institutional adoption is surging-and fees, yields, and regulations are evolving fast.

December 19 2025 by Bruce Pea

Real-Name Bank Accounts for Crypto Trading in South Korea: How It Works and Who Can Use It

South Korea requires real-name bank accounts for crypto trading, linking every transaction to your ID. Only citizens with local bank accounts can trade legally. Foreigners face near-impossible barriers. Here's how it works and who can actually use it.

December 14 2025 by Bruce Pea

DEX Access for Iranian Citizens: How to Use Decentralized Exchanges Despite Restrictions

Iranian citizens are turning to decentralized exchanges like Uniswap and SushiSwap on Polygon to bypass government restrictions and frozen funds. Learn how DEXs work, why DAI is replacing USDT, and how to stay safe under strict surveillance.

December 11 2025 by Bruce Pea

Japanese Tax on Cryptocurrency: Up to 55% and What’s Changing in 2026

Japan once taxed crypto gains at up to 55%, making it one of the world’s harshest regimes. By 2026, a new flat 20% rate will replace it-aligning crypto with stocks and reversing years of investor flight.

December 7 2025 by Bruce Pea

Benefits of KYC for Compliance in Blockchain and Crypto Finance

KYC compliance in blockchain ensures secure, legal crypto transactions by verifying user identities. It prevents fraud, avoids massive fines, builds user trust, and unlocks banking access-all while adapting with AI and biometrics.

December 6 2025 by Bruce Pea

RBI Banking Ban Reversal: What Changed for Crypto in India After the Supreme Court Ruling

The RBI's 2018 crypto banking ban was overturned by India's Supreme Court in 2020, reopening access to banks for crypto exchanges. Here's what changed - and what still hasn't.