Regulatory arbitrage stories

Sep 8, 2026

Poland's crypto licensing deadlock gives foreign EU firms advantage over local applicants

Poland's regulatory framework is preventing local cryptocurrency firms from beginning the licensing application process, while foreign EU firms with MiCA passports can continue entering the Polish market unimpeded.

Sep 8, 20261 source

Aug 7, 2026

South Africa's Proposed Cross-Border Crypto Restrictions Spark Industry Backlash

South Africa's draft Crypto Assets Manual proposes banning corporate cross-border stablecoin transactions and treating transfers to self-custody wallets as capital outflows, prompting warnings from industry leaders like VALR CEO Farzam Ehsani that the rules could drive crypto activity offshore and reduce regulatory oversight.

Aug 7, 20265 sources