七部门发布《关于防范涉虚拟货币等非法活动的风险提示》

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Internet Finance Association and six other departments issued a risk warning regarding virtual currencies and related illegal activities, emphasizing that member units must not engage in or provide services for virtual currency and real-world asset token issuance and trading within China [1][2]. Group 1: Nature of Virtual Currencies and Related Activities - Virtual currencies are not issued by monetary authorities and do not have the same legal status as legal tender in China, making them illegal for circulation [2]. - Certain virtual currencies, such as π coins, lack substantial technological innovation and clear commercial applications, leading to significant fraud and market manipulation risks [2]. - Stablecoins currently do not meet customer identification and anti-money laundering requirements, posing risks of being used for money laundering and fraudulent fundraising [2]. - The tokenization of real-world assets carries multiple risks, including false asset risks and speculative trading risks, with no approved activities in this area by Chinese financial authorities [2]. Group 2: Prohibitions on Financial Institutions - Member units are prohibited from participating in the issuance and trading of virtual currencies and real-world asset tokens within China [4]. - Banks and payment institutions must not provide any financial services or credit support to virtual currency mining enterprises and projects [4]. - Securities, fund, and futures institutions are also barred from offering services related to the issuance and trading of virtual currencies and real-world asset tokens [4]. Group 3: Public Awareness and Precautions - The public is urged to be vigilant against various forms of virtual currency and real-world asset token activities, which are often associated with speculation and fraud [5]. - Individuals should enhance their risk awareness and avoid participating in virtual currency and real-world asset token activities to protect their finances [5][6]. - Any suspicious activities related to virtual currencies should be reported to regulatory authorities, and individuals should refrain from engaging with promotional materials that suggest historical returns or speculative prospects [6].