Bitcoin RetirementBitcoin Regulations: What You Should Know

Navigate the fast-moving world of Bitcoin regulation with a practical guide crafted for builders, compliance professionals, and serious market participants. This ebook translates complex rules into clear, usable steps so you can make informed, responsible decisions. What you will learn: - Global overview: US, EU (including MiCA touchpoints), UK (FCA perimeter), Singapore (MAS), Hong Kong (SFC), Japan (FSA), Canada, and Australia. - Core obligations: licensing and registration pathways, AML and KYC standards, the Travel Rule, sanctions screening, market abuse prevention, custody and safeguarding, marketing and disclosure rules, and recordkeeping. - Operational impact: onboarding flows, transaction monitoring, risk classification, cross-border considerations, and vendor due diligence. - Reporting and tax basics: high-level frameworks and common documentation expectations to support filings and audits. - Product considerations: exchange and brokerage models, wallet services, payment use cases, stablecoin interactions, and notes on DeFi touchpoints. What is included: - 160+ pages of plain English explanations, illustrative workflows, and region-by-region snapshots. - Practical checklists for licensing readiness, AML program components, and Travel Rule implementation. - Templates: sample risk assessment outline, customer due diligence checklist, and incident response prompts. - A concise glossary of regulatory and technical terms. - Update support: policy refreshes and errata for 12 months from purchase. Who it is for: - Startups, exchanges, wallets, payment providers, funds, and analysts. - Compliance officers, product managers, engineers, accountants, and legal operations teams. Outcomes you can expect: - Identify which rules most likely apply to your business model and geography. - Map obligations to internal controls and documentation. - Communicate compliance posture to partners, banks, and regulators using clear artifacts. - Reduce research time with curated references and practical examples. Scope and disclaimer: This ebook focuses on educational guidance to help you understand common regulatory frameworks and operational best practices as of Q3 2025. It does not replace professional advice and is not legal, tax, or investment advice. Always consult qualified counsel and relevant authorities for your specific circumstances.