Bitcoin ATMs Appear in Kenyan Malls Amidst New Crypto Law Uncertainty

The arrival of Bitcoin ATMs within major shopping malls across Nairobi, Kenya, presents a significant challenge to the country’s newly implemented cryptocurrency law. Despite the official enforcement of a comprehensive regulatory framework known as the Virtual Assets Service Providers Act of 2025, these machines are operational without any formal licensing from either the Central Bank of Kenya or the Capital Markets Authority. This raises concerns about the compliance and enforcement of regulations amidst an expansion of crypto infrastructure into mainstream retail spaces.