Poland Crypto Bill Clears Sejm Again, Defying Presidential Veto
Poland's lower house of parliament, the Sejm, has reignited a contentious debate over cryptocurrency regulation by passing the Crypto-Asset Market Act for the second time. The bill, approved with 241 votes in favor, defies President Karol Nawrocki's earlier veto and moves to the Senate for further review.
The unchanged legislation aims to align Poland with the EU's MiCA framework, which member states must implement by 2026. As the only EU nation without a national crypto regulatory framework, Polish officials argue the delay leaves its market vulnerable to exploitation.
The political standoff highlights fundamental tensions between regulatory oversight and digital asset freedoms. President Nawrocki previously blocked the bill over concerns about civil liberties and property rights, setting the stage for a constitutional clash.
