Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, has claimed the title of the world’s most crypto-friendly city. Multipolitan, a migration advisory firm, conducted the ranking as part of the 2025 Crypto Report.
Ljubljana outpaced other global crypto hubs like Hong Kong and Zurich, which shared second place in the rankings. The city’s favorable ranking was thanks to its tax environment, infrastructure, the integration of crypto into daily life, and impressive policies. Other factors used in the ranking included the presence of crypto ATMs, retail adoption rates, licensing frameworks, and internet speed.
Ljubljana reportedly has an open-arm approach to crypto, integrating digital assets into its economy. This and other factors led to its rating as the most crypto-friendly nation. Ljubljana also has a growing number of crypto-enabled businesses.
Other Cities in the Race
Other notable cities in the report include Singapore, which ranks fourth, and Abu Dhabi, which took the fifth spot. These cities are known for offering low taxes and dedicated regulatory frameworks for the crypto sector, making them attractive to businesses and crypto startups. Meanwhile, Madison, Wisconsin, is the only city from the US to make it into the top rankings, sharing the 11th spot with other cities like Riga, Doha, and Riyadh.
.@govSlovenia became the first European Union state to issue a sovereign digital bond. @camomileshumba reportshttps://t.co/FHKcpThsZc
— CoinDesk (@CoinDesk) July 29, 2024
Slovenia’s Proposed 25% Crypto Tax: A Balancing Act
While Slovenia has earned recognition for being crypto-friendly, there’s a potential change in the air. As recently reported by Altcoin Buzz, Slovenia’s finance ministry recently revealed plans to impose a 25% tax on profits from crypto trading.
🇸🇮 Slovenia might hit crypto traders with a 25% tax on profits 😬
Gov’s working on a new law that would only tax when you cash out to fiat or buy stuff — but swapping between Cryptos or moving them around? Still safe (for now).
Feels like another country eyeing the #Crypto bags… pic.twitter.com/1Xpmlxbo2O
— Crypto Patel (@CryptoPatel) April 18, 2025
This proposal could impact the broader appeal of Slovenia as a crypto hub, especially for traders and investors who have benefitted from the country’s friendly tax policies.
This 25% tax, if passed, could also influence crypto investment strategies, particularly among individuals holding large crypto portfolios. Slovenia has a high concentration of crypto wealth. Reports state that crypto owners in the country average $240,500 in assets. So, the proposed tax might lead to a shift in investment behavior.
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