The Central Bank of Brazil has announced stricter Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) regulations for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs).
The new framework will take effect in February 2026, requiring all crypto platforms in Brazil to implement more comprehensive Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures, regularly report suspicious transactions, and ensure full compliance with FATF standards.
Officials say the move aims to strengthen transparency and align Brazil’s crypto sector with global financial integrity standards. Analysts note that the reform could make Brazil one of Latin America’s most tightly regulated crypto markets.
