Hungary to Lift Crypto Trading Restrictions Amid EU Scrutiny

Odaily Odaily reports that Anita Köböl, a spokesperson for the Hungarian government, stated at a press conference on Thursday that Hungary will lift restrictions on cryptocurrency trading. These restrictions previously required approval and verification for exchanges, exposing the general public and DApp service providers to criminal liability.

Anita Köböl noted that the regulations introduced last year led to a decline in cryptocurrency trading activity within the country, prompting several digital asset platforms to suspend their crypto services in Hungary. This also triggered an EU review into whether these restrictions comply with EU rules. Under a legislative package passed in 2025, individuals or entities conducting crypto exchanges through unauthorized platforms could face up to eight years in prison. This move marks a shift in Hungarian policy, as the new government, under the leadership of the Tisza Party, seeks to ease years of conflict between Hungary and the EU. (cointelegraph)