Paraguay vs Tajikistan
Crypto regulation comparison
Paraguay
Tajikistan
Paraguay has no specific comprehensive crypto law. President Abdo vetoed a crypto regulation bill in 2022. The BCP does not recognize crypto as legal tender. VASPs must register with SEPRELAD for AML compliance since 2020. Paraguay is a significant crypto mining hub due to cheap hydroelectric power from the Itaipu Dam, though bills to restrict mining due to energy theft have been debated.
Tajikistan has restricted cryptocurrency activities. The National Bank has warned against crypto use and financial institutions are prohibited from dealing in digital currencies.
Key Points
- No comprehensive crypto law enacted; 2022 bill was vetoed by President Abdo
- Major crypto mining hub thanks to cheap hydroelectric power (Itaipu Dam)
- VASPs must register with SEPRELAD (anti-money laundering secretariat)
- Income from crypto activities subject to 8-10% tax rates
- ANDE (national electricity authority) regulates power consumption for mining operations
Key Points
- National Bank has warned against cryptocurrency use
- Financial institutions prohibited from dealing in crypto
- No specific comprehensive crypto legislation
- Crypto not recognized as legal tender
- Limited crypto infrastructure