PolicyOct 20, 2025

New EU Rules: What Startups Should Know

By Marco Rossi

title: "New EU Rules: What Startups Should Know" author: "Marco Rossi" date: "Oct 20, 2025" category: "Policy"

The EU has introduced updated regulatory frameworks that affect crypto service providers. Compliance teams must pay attention to AML/KYC requirements and reporting obligations.

Action items for startups

  • Review onboarding flows for KYC compliance.
  • Ensure record-keeping meets retention requirements.
  • Engage with legal counsel early to classify token models and services.

Proactive compliance can reduce friction with banks and payment processors while building trust with users.