Israeli Regulators Tighten Crypto Market Rules to Boost Investor Protection
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By דור אופיר
First reported by Calcalist · Jul 21, 2026
What happened
Israel's Capital Market Authority has introduced strict new regulations for crypto firms, including higher capital requirements and mandatory separation of client assets, to enhance investor protection and align with global standards. These rules, effective in six months, also impose advanced security protocols and oversight measures, aiming to reduce risks of cyberattacks and platform failures while potentially raising operational costs.
- 01Israeli regulators impose stricter capital and security requirements on crypto firms starting in six months.
- 02Custodial companies must hold at least 2.5 million shekels plus 0.25% of client assets as capital.
- 03Client assets must be fully separated from company assets and held in dedicated accounts.
- 04Digital wallet transfers require multi-signature approvals and advanced security controls.
- 05Firms must provide daily asset records and client access to holdings at all times.
- 06Use of foreign custodians allowed only under recognized regulatory frameworks with Israeli oversight.
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