Where is the World's Most Crypto-Friendly City?
Some of the usual suspects were named as the most crypto-friendly jurisdictions worldwide, according to an index compiled by global mobility company Multipolitan. But the leader is a lesser known city in Central Europe.
With a score of 173 out of 180 points, Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, was the most crypto-friendly city globally, according to Multipolitan’s Crypto Report 2025. The score was based on the global mobility firm's newly launched «Crypto Friendly Cities Index 2025» which rated 27 cities on five metrics: regulatory environment, tax regime, wealth and lifestyle, digital infrastructure and crypto infrastructure.
The central European city was named for its clear legal framework and attractive tax regime. It boasted strong integration as the city with the third most crypto ATMs and real locations at 155. Slovenia was also the leader in trading volume per crypto owner with an average of over $240,000, suggesting high trading activity and concentrated wealth.
Usual Suspects
Ranked behind Ljubljana were some of the more familiar financial hubs. Hong Kong was the second most crypto-friendly city with a score of 172 followed by Zurich (172), Singapore (168) and Abu Dhabi (168).
«The global financial landscape is no longer dictated solely by traditional powerhouses like New York or London. The rise of crypto-friendly cities is changing the equation, proving that digital assets and decentralization are the future,» the report said.
Crypto Wealth Concentration Index
In addition, Multipolitan also published an index that focuses on the concentration of crypto wealth. After Slovenia, the leading markets were Cyprus ($174,973 per crypto owner), Hong Kong ($97,531), South Korea ($94,828) and Singapore ($85,537).
«Crypto wealth no longer belongs exclusively to traditional finance capitals like New York, London, or Singapore,» the report added. «It’s borderless, fluid, and finding new homes wherever innovation and clarity converge. Cities and nations that embrace these dynamics will set the stage for the next financial era.»
The report entitled «The Future is On Chain» provides an in-depth analysis of global hotspots attracting crypto wealth, innovation and talent. In addition, it also has 13 expert commentaries that explore blockchain’s transformative impact, the pro-crypto regulatory shift in the US, rapid adoption of Bitcoin and digital assets among Gen Z and Millennials, accelerated tokenization of traditional assets and increasing governmental blockchain integration.
