Aloha! Welcome to How to Crypto Hawaii. A site dedicated to helping island residents navigate the always evolving world of crypto. Our goal is simple, to provide easy to understand education for the beginner, regulation navigation for the enthusiast, and/or well-informed tips and tricks for those looking to invest for the long "hodl".
It's NOT illegal to own any crypto in Hawaii. Current regulation allows only a handful of crypto exchanges/platforms to operate in the state as part of a "test program". For a more in-depth explanation on these companies and current regulation, dive in here. For a look at how to "navigate" these limited exchanges, dive in here.
This section is for anyone starting from the beginning. We've all been here. Our approach in providing knowledge on the basics, is with consideration and understanding to the newcomer. Our goal is not to complicate these subjects for anyone new to crypto.
Are cryptocurrencies/digital assets illegal for you to own in Hawaii? Not at all. Not a single one. At the moment, current regulation mostly hinder only the ability for crypto exchanges to operate in Hawaii. Making it difficult for your average user to buy crypto. So the question then becomes, "where do I buy them?" Dive in here to learn how you too can better navigate regulation surrounding exchanges.
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