Hungarys new crypto law takes effect, illegal transactions can be sentenced to up to 8 years in prison

By: odaily.com|2025/07/14 18:41:38
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Odaily News Hungary has officially implemented new cryptocurrency legislation since July 1, prohibiting any unlicensed digital asset trading activities. Individuals who use unlicensed crypto services may be sentenced to up to 2 years in prison; those with a single transaction amount exceeding 50 million forints (about 140,000 US dollars) may be sentenced to up to 3 years in prison, and those with a single transaction amount exceeding 500 million forints may be sentenced to up to 5 years in prison. If you are an unlicensed service provider, the sentence may be up to 8 years.
It is reported that the financial technology platform Revolut has announced the suspension of its cryptocurrency services in Hungary. Local media pointed out that about 500,000 Hungarians have invested in crypto assets through legal income, and the details of regulatory enforcement are not yet clear. (Forbes)

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