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Self-Custody Wallet Checks

Definition

Self-Custody Wallet Checks refer to proposed or implemented regulatory requirements for verifying the identity of individuals interacting with self-custodial digital asset wallets. These checks aim to extend anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures beyond centralized exchanges to private wallet users. The goal is to enhance transparency and traceability of transactions, particularly for transfers exceeding certain thresholds. This concept represents a significant shift in digital asset regulation.