Why US is imposing new limits and bans on crypto ATMs

A crypto ATM featuring Bitcoin and Litecoin symbols on display. (Adobe Stock Photo)

By Newsroom

August 17, 2025 01:36 PM GMT+03:00

Crypto kiosks, or automated teller machines (ATMs), are facing increasing pressure from U.S. regulators due to fraud and crime risks.

Once seen as a symbol of cryptocurrency use, crypto ATMs, which allow users to anonymously purchase or convert cryptocurrencies, are now increasingly coming under the scrutiny of lawmakers.

Regulators and critics point to numerous incidents in…

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