Crypto Regulation & Tax

Are Privacy Coins Being Banned in Europe?

Key Takeaways Owning privacy coins like Monero, Zcash, and Dash stays legal in the EU, but regulated exchanges and custodians must stop offering them under the Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR), which applies from 10 July 2027. The rules bind regulated service providers, not individuals, so transfers between self-hosted wallets remain outside their scope. The shift is already underway: Kraken, Binance, and OKX have removed Monero across the European market well ahead of the deadline. In This Article The Short Answer What Privacy Coins Actually Are The Rule Behind the Headlines What Article 79 Prohibits Which Coins Are Affected How MiCA and the AMLR Fit Together What It Means for Exchanges and Users The Case for the Rules The Criticism and Legal Questions Why This Matters in 2026 The Short Answer Privacy coins are not being made illegal to own in Europe, but they are being pushed off regulated platforms.

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What are E-Money Tokens?

E-money tokens are blockchain tokens backed 1:1 by fiat such as the euro or dollar, giving stable, MiCA-regulated digital money for payments.

14 February 2026 By Maxwell Mutuma

What is Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA)?

MiCA introduces a comprehensive regulation for crypto-assets in the EU, improving stability, protecting consumers, and supporting market growth.

31 January 2026 By Maxwell Mutuma

Stay on top of how crypto is regulated and taxed. Our guides explain the EU's MiCA framework, how CASP licensing and the official EU registers work, stablecoin classifications such as e-money tokens and asset-referenced tokens, and what evolving rules mean for exchanges, issuers, and investors.