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The crypto industry worldwide is rapidly moving forward, and entrepreneurs willing to start a new business venture in the upcoming year must prepare in advance. Regardless of your blockchain project’s type and business model, the success of registration hinges primarily on choosing the right jurisdiction. In this comprehensive guide, the experts of LegalBison prepared the best countries for launching a crypto company in 2026.

Malaysia has recently demonstrated a significant shift in its national digital asset strategy. Bullish Aim Sdn. Bhd., a company chaired by the Regent of Johor (Crown Prince Tunku Ismail), has launched a $121 million (RM500 million) digital asset treasury and a ringgit-backed stablecoin (RMJDT). This initiative operates within the national regulatory sandbox, supervised by the Securities Commission and Central Bank (Bank Negara Malaysia). LegalBison explains what this means for crypto investors and why now is the best time to establish a corporate foothold in Malaysia.

Imagine gaining access to a market of 1 billion potential users where the government application fee is exactly zero. It sounds too good to be true, but as we approach 2026, this is the reality of the Indian crypto landscape. India is actively replacing an atmosphere of uncertainty with a streamlined crypto environment, clear rules, and many opportunities for a business to thrive. However, there are nuances in the process that you can only overcome with sufficient legal assistance. In this article, LegalBison will break down the dos and don’ts of entering the Indian crypto market. If you are looking to secure a compliant foothold in this economy, here is exactly how the VASP authorisation in India works in 2026.

In November this year, LegalBison’s lawyer, Krystian Lapka, reported on the current progression of the MiCA application in Poland. The bill was approved by the local government on November 7 and was waiting for further approval from the president, Karol Nawrocki. However, on Monday, December 1, the president officially vetoed the bill. How will this decision influence the existing Polish VASPs and the entrepreneurs seeking to register in the country?

On November 19, 2025, the EU officially published a new Digital Omnibus proposal for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), as well as for the Digital Services Act (DSA), the AI Act, and the Copyright Directive. The proposal is planned to be in the public consultation phase until March 2026. It introduces important changes to the EU's digital rulebook and data protection principles, which are the main focus of the document. LegalBison's lawyer, Krystian Lapka, has explored the key changes introduced to the data protection laws and provided the main insights for business owners EU-wide.

Poland, the leading jurisdiction for virtual asset service providers for multiple years, continues working on the adoption of the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA). A change in presidential office has brought significant changes in the process. LegalBison lawyer Krystian Lapka explains.