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German authorities shut down crypto exchange eXch, seizing 34 million euros ($38 million) in tokens and more than 8 terabytes of data in one of the country’s largest law-enforcement actions targeting suspected crypto laundering. The Frankfurt Public Prosecutor’s Office and the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) dismantled the eXch's server infrastructure on April 30, just one day before the platform's operators had planned to shut it down, according to statement released on Thursday. The authorities cited the platform’s suspected use in laundering hundreds of millions in stolen crypto from major breaches — including the $1.5 billion Bybit hack , the $243 million Genesis creditor theft and numerous phishing drainer campaigns. The platform "specifically advertised on platforms of the criminal underground economy that it did not implement anti-money laundering measures," according to an automated translation of the release. "Users were neither required to identify themselves to the service, nor was user data stored there. Crypto swapping via eXch was therefore particularly suitable for concealing financial flows." The crackdown follows years of allegations that eXch, which has operated since 2014 at “eXch(dot)cx” and other domains, intentionally ignored anti-money laundering protocols, maintained no user identification requirements and marketed itself on darknet forums as an anonymous, high-speed crypto-mixing service. The service supported swaps between bitcoin ( BTC ), ether ( ETH ), litecoin (LTC) and dash (DASH) without any registration. The investigators say that over $1.9 billion in crypto flowed through eXch during its lifetime, much of it believed to be criminal proceeds. The takedown adds to a growing list of regulatory strikes on illicit crypto infrastructure across Europe, following similar crackdowns on services like ChipMixer, Sinbad and Hydra over the past two years.
The post EU Crypto Regulation to Ban Privacy Coins – Are You Affected? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News If you’re a crypto user living in the EU or planning to use European crypto platforms, big changes are coming. The European Union has passed a powerful new law, the Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR), which will change how crypto works in Europe starting July 1, 2027. Meanwhile, anonymous wallets or privacy-focused coins will be banned completely. Here is the list of coins, check if you hold any. If you do, here’s what you might need to consider next. No More Anonymous Crypto or Privacy Coins The days of anonymous crypto accounts are nearing an end, as the European Union takes a firm step toward tighter oversight . This major change is part of the EU’s new Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR), which aims to stop illegal activity by making all crypto transactions traceable. In addition to banning anonymous accounts, the regulation includes a direct ban on tokens that enhance privacy and obscure transactions. Meanwhile, any crypto transaction over €1,000 will now require full ID verification. No matter what platform you use, bank, app, or crypto exchange, you’ll need to complete full KYC (Know Your Customer) checks to use their services List of Coins Which Are Banned The EU’s new rules will make it illegal for crypto platforms to list or support privacy coins. This includes popular tokens like Monero (XMR), Zcash (ZEC), and Dash (DASH) — all known for hiding user transactions. If you currently hold any of these coins, you’ll need to plan and explore your options before the ban takes effect in July 2027. Meet AMLA – The New Crypto Watchdog To make sure these rules are followed, the EU is setting up a brand-new authority called AMLA (Anti-Money Laundering Authority). Starting in 2027, AMLA will directly oversee larger crypto platforms that operate in at least six EU countries. Around 40 major players are expected to be selected for direct monitoring. Companies handling over €50 million in transactions or serving more than 20,000 customers in a single country will fall under this watch. What Should Crypto Users Do Now? If you’re using platforms that offer anonymous services or privacy coins, it’s time to start planning ahead. Over the next two years, crypto firms will begin making changes to follow these new rules.
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Cryptocurrency analyst Joao Wedson has conducted an in-depth analysis of Coin Days Destroyed (CDD) trends across major UTXO blockchains, including Dash (DASH), Litecoin (LTC), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Zcash (ZEC). CDD is a key metric used to measure the movement of old coins on a blockchain. It is calculated by multiplying the number of coins transferred by the number of days they have been inactive. This helps analysts determine whether long-term holders are selling or continuing to hold on to their holdings. Wedson noted that it is important to track CDD in UTXO-based blockchains, which operate similarly to Bitcoin’s transaction structure. While this metric is typically applied to Bitcoin, his latest research expands the focus to DASH, LTC, DOGE, and ZEC. When CDD increases, it indicates that old coins are being moved and is often associated with selling activity. Wedson noted significant increases in CDD in these assets coinciding with local price peaks in December 2024 and January 2025: DASH hits $65. LTC rose to $136. DOGE reached $0.46. ZEC climbed to $75. According to Wedson, these spikes indicate that long-term holders are taking advantage of higher prices to sell their holdings. Additionally, large institutions have been seen selling coins, which is common during market peaks. Related News: Donald Trump's Family Fund Is Rumored to Launch a New Cryptocurrency - Binance Founder CZ Makes a Statement Following the peak, the CDD metric has been trending down for DASH, LTC, and DOGE. This decline indicates an accumulation phase where investors are holding onto their coins and are confident in future price growth. A decline in CDD also indicates that selling pressure is decreasing, which usually leads to price stabilization and potential upward momentum. Unlike the other three coins, ZEC’s CDD remains high, suggesting continued selling pressure. This could mean that investors are still shedding their holdings, potentially leading to further price declines for ZEC. *This is not investment advice. Continue Reading: According to Data, Large Whales Have Entered the Accumulation Phase in These Three Altcoins, Selling in Another Altcoin
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Bitcoin’s dominance in illicit transactions has drastically declined, shifting towards privacy coins and stablecoins due to enhanced anonymity measures. As of 2024, stablecoins account for a staggering 63% of the
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