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China Expands Cryptocurrency Ban to Include Stablecoins and Tokenization

China Expands Cryptocurrency Ban to Include Stablecoins and Tokenization

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2026-02-07 11:29:02
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Chinese regulators have intensified their crackdown on cryptocurrency activities, now targeting stablecoins and the tokenization of real-world assets. The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) and the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) jointly announced the new rules, reinforcing the country's 2021 ban on crypto trading. The MOVE aims to curb speculative behavior and protect financial stability.

The updated regulations explicitly prohibit stablecoins pegged to the yuan and impose stringent approval requirements for asset tokenization. Offshore crypto activities, including those involving foreign-issued stablecoins, face heightened scrutiny. Financial and technology partners of Chinese firms must now adhere to stricter compliance measures.

Market participants view this as another step in China's broader strategy to isolate its financial system from decentralized digital assets. The restrictions could further dampen institutional interest in crypto-related ventures with ties to China.

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