The National Bank of the Republic of Belarus (NBRB) has announced the creation of a special task force aimed at combating illegal cryptocurrency trading. This initiative follows a meeting with representatives from Belarusian banks and government-approved cryptocurrency companies, focusing on preventing unauthorized transactions and illegal cross-border fund transfers via licensed platforms. The meeting, which included Belarusian bankers and fintech experts, resulted in a consensus on the necessity of comprehensive measures to address illegal trading activities within the shadow economy. The formation of the task force is a key step in implementing these measures, as confirmed by the monetary authorities.