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China Bans Cryptocurrency Trading and Mining, Bitcoin Drops Over 9%

Karly MarieBy Karly MarieSeptember 25, 2021Updated:March 13, 2025No Comments3 Mins Read
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In a move that sent shockwaves across the cryptocurrency market, China’s top financial regulators have intensified their crackdown on crypto trading and mining, declaring all digital asset-related transactions illegal. This blanket ban, enforced by ten key government agencies, marks China’s strictest stance on cryptocurrencies to date.

The decision aligns with Beijing’s broader economic and financial policies, aiming to root out illegal financial activities and curb speculative investments. The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) stated that crypto trading and mining threaten financial stability, social order, and carbon neutrality goals.

Why is China Banning Crypto?

China’s opposition to cryptocurrencies has multiple underlying factors:

  1. Financial Control: Decentralized digital currencies challenge China’s tight grip over its financial system, undermining its efforts to implement the digital yuan (e-CNY) as a state-backed alternative.
  2. Speculation Risks: Authorities argue that crypto speculation poses systemic risks, threatening China’s economic and financial stability.
  3. Energy Consumption: Crypto mining is energy-intensive, conflicting with China’s carbon neutrality goals as the world’s largest carbon emitter.
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The National Development and Reform Commission has vowed to cut off financial and energy support for crypto mining operations, making it even harder for businesses to continue operating.

Market Impact: Bitcoin and Altcoins Plummet

The immediate impact of the crackdown was felt across the global cryptocurrency market:

  • Bitcoin (BTC) fell over 9%, hitting $41,937 at midday ET before slightly recovering.
  • Ethereum (ETH) and smaller cryptocurrencies followed suit, experiencing steep losses.
  • Crypto-related stocks such as Riot Blockchain, Marathon Digital, and Coinbase also saw declines of 2.5% to 5%.

Analysts noted that China’s latest move dashed hopes that the government would ease its stance on crypto after previous regulatory warnings.

A Blow to China’s Crypto Industry—But Not the End for Bitcoin

China has banned crypto multiple times—in 2013, 2017, and May 2021—but this latest crackdown appears to be the most comprehensive yet.

However, despite Beijing’s efforts, past restrictions have failed to halt the global rise of cryptocurrencies. Many analysts believe that Bitcoin and the broader crypto market will bounce back.

  • Crypto businesses are already moving overseas, shifting mining operations to countries like Kazakhstan, Russia, and the U.S., where regulations are more favorable.
  • China’s internet users have historically found ways to bypass restrictions, meaning some trading activities may persist underground.
  • Institutional adoption of crypto remains strong, with companies like MicroStrategy, Tesla, and Square continuing to invest in Bitcoin.
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“China’s actions haven’t held back crypto’s rise too much in the past, so I wouldn’t be surprised to see it bounce back once more,” said Craig Erlam, analyst at currency broker OANDA.

The Future of Crypto Post-China Ban

While China’s decision creates short-term uncertainty, global crypto adoption continues to expand. Countries like the United States, El Salvador, and Switzerland are taking a more progressive approach toward digital assets.

Ultimately, China’s loss could be other nations’ gain, as billions in crypto mining revenue and investments flow to more crypto-friendly regions.

For now, the crypto industry faces turbulence, but history suggests that Bitcoin and blockchain technology are here to stay.

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