REGULATION OF THE CRYPTOCURRENCY MARKET: INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTIONS
Keywords:
cryptocurrency, regulation, mining, digital assets, blockchain, DeFi, NFT, ICO, taxation, public policy, financial stability.Abstract
The article examines the key trends in the formation and development of the cryptocurrency market regulation system in the context of global transformations of the financial system. It analyzes the international experience of states in establishing legal and regulatory mechanisms in the field of digital assets, including issues of taxation, legal status of cryptocurrencies, the functioning of exchanges, mining activities, and decentralized finance (DeFi). Particular attention is given to the regulation of emerging instruments of the digital economy, such as non-fungible tokens (NFTs), stablecoins, and initial coin offerings (ICOs). Based on a comparative analysis of global practices, the article identifies priority areas of public policy aimed at ensuring financial stability, protecting user rights, and promoting technological innovation.
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Republic of Korea
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United States of America
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