七家协会联合颁布禁令，这一行业在境内彻底歇菜

Core Viewpoint - The seven associations in China have issued a risk warning prohibiting their member units from participating in virtual currency and real-world asset token issuance and trading activities within the country, following a crackdown by 13 government departments on cryptocurrency speculation [1][2]. Group 1: Regulatory Actions - Member units are explicitly forbidden from engaging in any activities related to the issuance and trading of virtual currencies and real-world asset tokens within China [1][2]. - The associations emphasize that virtual currencies are not issued by monetary authorities and do not hold the same legal status as legal tender in China [2]. - Institutions and individuals conducting exchanges between legal currency and virtual currencies, or engaging in the issuance and financing of real-world asset tokens, are deemed to be involved in illegal financial activities [2][3]. Group 2: Risks Associated with Virtual Currencies - The risk warning highlights that virtual currencies are often used for speculative trading and illegal activities such as Ponzi schemes and fraud [4]. - Specific examples of risks include the volatility of virtual currency prices, with Bitcoin experiencing significant fluctuations, such as dropping below $85,000 and then rebounding above $90,000 within a few days [4]. - The warning also identifies "air coins" like π coin as lacking substantial technological innovation and clear commercial applications, making them susceptible to fraud and market manipulation [2]. Group 3: Compliance Requirements - Financial institutions, including banks and payment service providers, must not offer any services related to the issuance and trading of virtual currencies or real-world asset tokens [3]. - Member units are required to conduct thorough customer due diligence to identify any involvement in virtual currency transactions or money laundering risks [3]. - Internet platform companies must ensure compliance by not providing marketing or technical services for virtual currency-related activities [3].