Ministry of Finance takes action: New crypto rules in the works

INFBusiness
30.08.2025
Markets

In this article you will learn:

What regulatory changes the new Location Promotion Act will bring for crypto investors and providers in Germany
How MiCA, tokenization and smart contracts should be anchored in German law
Why Bitkom is calling for important improvements – and what risks arise for smaller crypto companies
How BaFin is increasingly taking action against illegal crypto offerings and what investors need to consider now

The Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) has initiated far-reaching regulatory changes with its draft bill for the Location Promotion Act (StoFöG). In addition to traditional topics such as tax relief for companies, the law also addresses key aspects of the digital financial world. Particular focus is placed on crypto regulation, MiCA integration, the digital euro, and the integration of blockchain technology into the financial sector. What appears to be technical detail on paper could have profound implications for providers, investors, and the entire industry.

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