Belarus Moves to Practical Launch of Crypto Banks
- —Decree No. 19 of January 16, 2026 lets HTP joint-stock companies combine banking with token operations
- —Core decree provisions and central bank rules took effect on July 18, 2026
- —Resolutions No. 158 and No. 167 set the crypto bank register and prudential requirements
- —Operating as a crypto bank without being on the central bank register is prohibited
Why it matters: Belarus is among the first to fold crypto operations into regulated banking infrastructure, a model other jurisdictions may follow.
Source: CoinSpot
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