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Regulatory_Body_Exists
Assess the existence and nature of the regulatory authority or authorities responsible for overseeing cryptocurrency activities within the jurisdiction.
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| Value | Definition | Order |
|---|---|---|
| Dedicated_Body | A specific regulatory body or division has been established or explicitly designated primarily for the oversight of cryptocurrency/virtual asset activities. | 0 |
| Existing_Regulator(s) | Responsibility for crypto oversight has been formally assigned to one or more pre-existing financial regulators (e.g., Central Bank, Securities Commission, Financial Intelligence Unit) under their existing or expanded mandates. | 1 |
| No_Designated_Body | No specific government body (new or existing) has been formally designated as the primary regulator for cryptocurrency activities, although general laws or multiple agencies might apply peripherally. | 2 |
| Unclear | It is ambiguous which regulatory body holds primary responsibility for crypto oversight, or if regulatory authority is fragmented without clear designation. | 3 |
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