Syria vs Zambia
Crypto regulation comparison
Syria
Zambia
Banned
No Regulation
Syria has a restrictive stance on cryptocurrency compounded by international sanctions. The Central Bank has not authorized crypto activities. International sanctions make access to crypto platforms extremely difficult.
Zambia has no comprehensive cryptocurrency legislation. The SEC warns the public about unregulated crypto schemes and evaluates whether specific products qualify as securities. The Bank of Zambia's 2024-2027 Strategic Plan includes developing a crypto and stablecoin regulatory framework. Blockchain-based regulatory testing is underway with the SEC and BoZ.
Tax Type
None
Tax Type
None
Tax Rate
N/A
Tax Rate
N/A
Exchanges
No
Exchanges
Yes
Mining
No
Mining
Yes
Regulator
Central Bank of Syria
Regulator
Bank of Zambia, Securities and Exchange Commission
Stablecoin Rules
No stablecoin regulation
Stablecoin Rules
No stablecoin regulation
Key Points
- Central Bank has not authorized cryptocurrency activities
- International sanctions severely restrict crypto access
- No specific cryptocurrency legislation
- Limited internet infrastructure hampers crypto use
- Informal crypto usage exists despite restrictions
Key Points
- SEC warns public against unregulated cryptocurrency schemes
- Crypto products regulated only if they meet the definition of a security
- BoZ 2024-2027 Strategic Plan includes crypto and stablecoin regulatory framework
- Blockchain-based regulatory testing underway with SEC and BoZ
- Kwacha is sole legal tender for domestic transactions per 2025 Currency Directives