New Era of Crypto Compliance: Struggles and Chances
The crypto world is going through some changes. With the tightening of anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, both exchanges and users are feeling the heat. Let’s take a look at how these changes are affecting the market, especially the smaller players, and what it means for privacy technologies. There are ways to navigate this tricky landscape while still staying in line with the rules and encouraging innovation.
What’s Happening in Europe?
Starting in 2025, French regulatory authorities, specifically the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) and the ACPR, ramped up their AML checks on crypto exchanges. This is part of the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework, and it aims to improve compliance and oversight,…