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European Parliament Committees Vote to Ban Anonymous Crypto Transactions

by Matoy
March 24, 2024
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  • European Parliament’s key committees endorse legislation to ban anonymous crypto transactions through hosted wallets.
  • New AML rules to enforce limits on cash and anonymous crypto payments, aiming for greater transparency.
  • Critics argue the legislation could compromise financial privacy and economic freedom.

Key committees of the European Parliament have voted in favor of legislation that would prohibit anonymous cryptocurrency transactions via third-party hosted wallets. This decision aligns with broader efforts to incorporate the crypto market into the EU’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing frameworks.

Legislation Aims for Transparency

The push for enhanced regulatory measures reflects a growing desire among EU lawmakers to bring greater transparency to the crypto sector. The new AML directives, which received majority approval on March 19, target custodial wallets provided by services like centralized exchanges, requiring all transactions, irrespective of their value, to be traceable.

Setting Limits on Anonymity

The legislation also sets forth limitations on anonymous cash transactions, with a ban on such transactions exceeding 3,000 euros in commercial settings and a complete prohibition on business transactions over 10,000 euros. This move is part of a broader strategy to curb money laundering and terrorist financing activities.

Championing Privacy and Economic Freedom

Despite the prevailing support, dissenting voices like Patrick Breyer of the Pirate Party and Gunnar Beck of Alternative for Germany have raised concerns about the potential infringement on financial privacy and economic independence. Breyer, in particular, has been vocal about his belief in the fundamental right to anonymous transactions, arguing that the new rules may unduly compromise these values.

Community Response and Implementation Timeline

The crypto community’s reaction to the proposed regulations has been mixed, with some advocating for the necessity of such measures for security and others warning of the risks to personal freedom and innovation. The legislation is slated to be fully implemented within three years of its enactment, though some, like Dillon Eustace law firm, anticipate a swifter rollout.

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