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Is Bitcoin Legal in Malaysia?

Bitcoin is a digital asset and a payment system invented by Satoshi Nakamoto. The system is peer-to-peer, and transactions take place between users directly, without an intermediary.

These transactions are verified by network nodes through the use of cryptography and recorded in a public dispersed ledger called a blockchain. Bitcoin is unique in that there are a finite number of them: 21 million.

Bitcoins are created as a reward for a process known as mining. They can be exchanged for other currencies, products, and services.

As of February 2015, over 100,000 merchants and vendors accepted bitcoin as payment.

NOTE: WARNING: Bitcoin is not considered legal tender in Malaysia and is not recognized as an official currency. Trading or using Bitcoin may be subject to various laws and regulations, including anti-money laundering, capital gains, and financial services laws. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you seek legal advice before engaging in any activities involving Bitcoin.

According to the Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), bitcoin is not recognised as legal tender in Malaysia. BNM issued a statement on 6 January 2014 that said: “The bitcoin is not recognised as legal tender in Malaysia.

The Central Bank does not regulate the operations of bitcoin. The public is therefore advised to be cautious of the risks associated with the usage of such digital currency.”.

Despite this, bitcoin trading still exists in Malaysia, though largely unregulated by BNM. A few Malaysian startUPS have begun to accept bitcoin as payment, but it remains to be seen if this trend will continue.

In conclusion, while Bitcoin is not currently recognised as legal tender in Malaysia, it is still possible to trade it within the country. However, due to the lack of regulation, investors should be aware of the risks involved before doing so.

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