The majority of crypto exchanges want to see the industry regulated, although many consider excessive regulation to be the biggest threat, according to a new study. A third of the platforms in the poll also fear a market crash that could suddenly devalue digital assets. A fifth of the exchanges dislike anonymity.
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Crypto Exchanges Want Regulation
A new study reveals that a sizable majority of crypto exchanges, 88%, would like to see regulation in place that can help the rapidly developing industry mature, and a third of the companies trading coins say the greatest threat comes from the perceived criminality of the sector. 17% of the polled platforms, however, believe overly strict regulation is the biggest threat to cryptocurrency and its wider adoption. Another 40% say lifting the barriers to funding crypto activities by banks will improve the acceptance of cryptocurrencies.
The survey has been conducted by a Lithuania-based payment company, Mistertango, which has contacted 24 exchanges across Europe, Asia, South America and Oceania, with a total daily trading volume of over $100M USD. The authors have attempted to assess the attitudes towards regulation, anonymity and the maturation of the crypto market. Gabrielius Bilkštys, Business Manager at Mistertango, commented that “The industry is crying out for regulation and the response from partners has shown this”. He also said:
Uncertainty is the biggest fear, and regulation is critical to provide the stability we need. Unfortunately, there is no regulatory consensus – worldwide or otherwise. For cryptocurrencies to move towards the scale and ubiquity possessed by fiat currency, it needs cohesive, considered and comprehensive regulation. Thus, regulation will be a catalyst, not an inhibitor to the
