#195 - The EU Just Banned Bitcoin Privacy (Which Country Is Next?)

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As of 1 July 2026, the EU banned anonymous crypto accounts and delisted privacy coins, while Australia activated the travel rule on the same day.

In this episode, Matthew explains what these coordinated moves mean for Bitcoin users, how MICA and the travel rule reshape crypto privacy, and why self‑custody and jurisdiction‑aware strategies now matter more than ever. Always confirm political and regulatory information with trusted sources.

What you’ll learn

◼️ How the EU’s MICA rules dismantle anonymous crypto use

◼️ Why privacy coins are being delisted across Europe

◼️ What Australia’s travel rule means for every crypto transfer