Moldova plans to establish a comprehensive cryptocurrency regulatory framework by 2026, aligning with the European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations. Finance Minister Andrian Gavriliță announced that the legislation will permit citizens to hold and trade crypto assets, though these will not be recognized as legal tender. The framework aims to address the speculative nature of cryptocurrencies and mitigate risks related to money laundering and volatility. The legislation will be developed collaboratively by the Ministry of Finance, the central bank, financial regulators, and anti-money laundering agencies.