Nepal vs Yemen
Crypto regulation comparison
Nepal
Yemen
Nepal has banned cryptocurrency trading, mining, and transactions. The Nepal Rastra Bank declared crypto trading illegal in 2017, and the Nepal Telecommunications Authority has been directed to block crypto exchange websites. Law enforcement has arrested individuals for operating crypto exchanges. Despite the ban, some citizens use VPNs to access crypto.
Yemen has a restrictive environment for cryptocurrency due to ongoing conflict and fragmented governance. The Central Bank has warned against crypto use. International sanctions further restrict access.
Key Points
- NRB declared all crypto trading and transactions illegal in 2017
- Mining cryptocurrency is also prohibited
- NTA directed to block access to crypto exchange websites
- Arrests have been made for operating crypto trading platforms
- NRB exploring a central bank digital currency (CBDC) as an alternative
Key Points
- Central Bank has warned against cryptocurrency use
- Ongoing conflict limits regulatory development
- International sanctions restrict access to crypto platforms
- No specific cryptocurrency legislation
- Very limited crypto infrastructure