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Chairman of Czech Cryptocurrency Association on new crypto legislation: ‘Unprecedented unity of political parties’

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František Vinopal, Chairman of the Czech Cryptocurrency Association | LinkedIn.com

František Vinopal, Chairman of the Czech Cryptocurrency Association (CKMA), announced that the Czech Republic's collaboration on new cryptocurrency legislation incorporates the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation and ensures banking access for licensed crypto businesses. This statement was made on CKMA's website on February 6.

"The proposals submitted were completely unthinkable a few years ago," said Vinopal. "Now all legislators present have agreed to them."

According to the CKMA's website, with President Petr Pavel’s approval, the Czech Republic has adopted one of Europe's most progressive cryptocurrency regulations, aimed at fostering innovation and economic growth. The Czech Cryptocurrency Association played a significant role in advocating for this legislation, with policymakers recognizing the potential economic benefits of clear crypto regulation. By providing explicit taxation rules and banking access, the Czech Republic has positioned itself as an attractive destination for crypto exchanges, software companies, and blockchain innovators in Europe.

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CoinTelegraph reports that the Czech National Bank (CNB) is considering adding Bitcoin to its foreign reserves. Governor Aleš Michl proposed an allocation of up to 5% of total reserves, which would amount to $7.3 billion in Bitcoin. Michl said that Bitcoin’s lack of correlation with bonds makes it an appealing asset for portfolio diversification and price stability. The CNB has indicated it will assess new asset classes for diversification and yield but has not explicitly confirmed plans to purchase Bitcoin.

The European Central Bank (ECB), led by Christine Lagarde, has rejected Bitcoin as a reserve asset due to concerns over volatility and security. This decision could potentially disadvantage Europe in terms of financial innovation. While countries like the Czech Republic and Switzerland are embracing digital assets, Reuters reports that the ECB’s rigid stance risks hindering economic diversification and pushing crypto entrepreneurs and investors towards more progressive markets.

According to his LinkedIn profile, Vinopal is an expert in cryptocurrency regulation and fintech innovation, currently serving as Chairman of the Czech Cryptocurrency Association. With over a decade of experience in legal compliance and blockchain finance, he has worked with Confirmo, GPP & Co., and LõngRiver Fund a.s. to shape digital asset policies.

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