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What is Know Your Customer (KYC) and why is it essential for cryptocurrency exchanges?
KYC for crypto exchanges is the process by which a crypto exchange identifies its customers and understands who it is dealing with. For a licensed exchange it is not an option: in the EU it sits behind the Travel Rule that has applied since December 2024, and a new AML (anti-money laundering) Regulation will tighten…
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Legal Aspects Checklist for an NFT Marketplace
An NFT (non-fungible token) marketplace plays several legal roles at once: platform operator, payment channel and host of other people’s content. This checklist covers what to settle before launch, with the rules that have changed since 2024. First decide whether your NFTs are unique and not an investment product. In 2026 the SEC (US Securities…
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SAFT vs. Token Warrant: Choosing the Right Instrument for a Seed-Stage Crypto Raise
SAFT or Token Warrant: how they differ, what regulatory risks they carry and which to choose for a crypto seed round.