New Hampshire Signs Landmark ‘Blockchain Basics Law,’ Guaranteeing Self-Custody Rights and Creating a Specialized Crypto Court - finance.biggo.com
New Hampshire passed a law protecting self-custody of digital assets and establishing a specialized crypto court, impacting money transmitters and crypto firms operating in the state.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Money Services & Money Transmitters space on July 15, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Money transmitters, crypto/virtual-currency firms, fintech wallets, and payment processors operating in New Hampshire. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Within 90 days of enactment (law likely effective upon passage).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Money Services & Money Transmitters continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
New law guarantees self-custody rights for digital assets and creates a specialized court for crypto disputes.
Who it affects
Money transmitters, crypto/virtual-currency firms, fintech wallets, and payment processors operating in New Hampshire.
What you must do
Review and update compliance policies to align with self-custody protections and prepare for potential litigation in the new crypto court.
Deadline
Within 90 days of enactment (law likely effective upon passage).
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