Summary
- The Canadian federal government said in its 2026 Spring Economic Update that it is reviewing a ban on crypto ATMs.
- The government said crypto ATMs are being used by fraudsters to steal funds from victims and launder illicit money.
- With about 4,000 crypto ATMs currently installed in Canada, authorities said the measure is intended to curb financial crime involving digital assets and strengthen consumer protection.
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Canada is considering a ban on cryptocurrency ATMs as the federal government steps up efforts to combat fraud.
CBC reported on April 28, citing UBlockchain, that the federal government is reviewing a proposal to ban crypto ATMs in its 2026 Spring Economic Update. The measure is aimed at reducing losses from financial scams.
The government said crypto ATMs have become a major tool for fraudsters to steal money from victims and launder illicit funds.
Canada currently has about 4,000 crypto ATMs, among the highest totals in the world relative to population.
Authorities aim to use the measure to curb financial crime involving digital assets and strengthen consumer protection.
Suehyeon Lee
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