Bitcoin

While seemingly trivial, it reflects the accelerating global normalization of mandatory identity verification—a trend that could indirectly pressure crypto exchanges to adopt stricter KYC protocols. This aligns with MiCA's implementation timeline, where 68% of EU exchanges now require biometric verification, potentially accelerating the shift toward self-sovereign identity solutions like ERC-725 in 2024.

New requirement for valid photo ID for in-person voting in England's local elections on 7 May.