The Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo, supported by the Council of Europe Office in Pristina, organised a four-day workshop focused on strengthening supervisory practices for the crypto-asset sector and assessing the existing legal framework for crypto-assets. The workshop, held on 3-6 March 2026, brought together the central bank, Kosovo’s Financial Intelligence Unit and the Kosovo Tax Administration as institutions with responsibilities under the Crypto-Assets Law. Sessions covered international supervisory practices and the development of practical tools for implementing a risk-based supervisory approach, including presentation of an initial draft Prudential Supervision Manual for Crypto-Asset Service Providers that spans the supervisory cycle from licensing to ongoing supervision and corrective measures. A dedicated review of the Crypto-Assets Law aimed to identify shortcomings in initial implementation and consider further enhancements, including closer alignment with international standards and elements of the EU Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation.
Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo 2026-03-09
Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo holds Council of Europe workshop to strengthen crypto-asset supervision and review the Crypto-Assets Law
The Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo, supported by the Council of Europe Office in Pristina, held a workshop to enhance supervisory practices and assess the legal framework for the crypto-asset sector. Key institutions focused on international supervisory practices, risk-based supervision, and a draft Prudential Supervision Manual for Crypto-Asset Service Providers. A review of the Crypto-Assets Law identified implementation shortcomings and aimed to align with international standards and EU regulations.