Europe Tightens Crypto Regulations with AMLA’s New Anti-Money Laundering Measures

European crypto companies face another regulatory hurdle as the European Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) enforces stricter compliance requirements. Following MiCA, AMLA's new rules target anonymous wallets, beneficial ownership transparency, and direct government access to crypto account data.

Bruna Szego, AMLA's president, emphasized the need to shield the bloc from crypto-specific risks in a Financial Times interview. The regulations, effective from 2027, will ban privacy-focused cryptocurrencies and mandate cross-border controls.

The sector now confronts a dual challenge: adapting to MiCA's market rules while preparing for AMLA's anti-financial crime framework. Frankfurt-based AMLA signals Brussels' unwavering stance on crypto oversight, leaving little room for regulatory leniency.