FREE GUIDE TO LAUNCHING COMPLIANT CRYPTO STAKING

Rules for the EU, US, Switzerland and Singapore included

This Guide covers the following scope:

1. Regulatory context of staking

• The technical background of staking and proof of stake
• Why regulators have an issue with staking activities
• What to avoid when offering staking

2. US Kraken case study - what to avoid

• Marketing
• Funds Segregation
• Pricing

3. Switzerland and FINMA Guidelines on Staking

• Does staking require a banking/financial/ AML license in Switzerland?
• Custodial vs non-custodial staking
• Funds availability issue

4. Prohibition of staking for retail segment in Singapore

5. MICA and Staking in the EU

• Prohibition of granting interest
• Why DAOs cannot be crypto-service providers
• Funds Segregation Requirements and Staking

6. How to Offer Staking - Your Ultimate Checklist