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Google adds licensing checks for crypto exchange and wallet app publishing in 15 jurisdictions

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Google is tightening app distribution for cryptocurrency exchanges and wallets, requiring developers to prove licensing or registration before publication in 15 jurisdictions. The change raises compliance barriers for crypto app publishers and can directly affect where those apps are allowed to appear. It also exempts non-custodial wallets, narrowing the policy to custodial exchange and wallet services. Developers that cannot meet local requirements may need to withdraw affected listings.

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  1. 14.08.2025 09:46 1 articles · 9mo ago

    Google requires crypto app licensing in 15 jurisdictions

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    Google is implementing a new policy that requires developers of cryptocurrency exchanges and software wallets to hold appropriate government licenses or registrations before publishing apps in 15 jurisdictions, including the United States, United Kingdom, European Union, Canada, and Japan. The rule exempts non-custodial wallets and requires developers to declare the app under the Financial Features Declaration, with additional compliance information potentially requested for other jurisdictions.

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