1. Overview
Akuno is committed to operating responsibly and in line with applicable laws and compliance standards. To protect users and the wider community, we restrict access from countries and regions where:
- International sanctions apply (for example OFAC, UN, UK sanctions).
- High risk of money laundering or terrorist financing is identified by recognised bodies (for example FATF).
- Local laws ban or severely restrict cryptocurrency use or services like ours.
- National regulations prohibit participation in our type of community pooling model.
This page is provided for transparency. It is not legal advice, and restrictions may change over time.
2. Restricted countries & regions
Users from the following countries and regions cannot register, participate, or use Akuno Circles.
| Region | Restricted areas |
|---|---|
| Asia & Middle East | Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Syria, Yemen |
| Africa | Sudan, South Sudan, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Libya |
| Europe | Belarus, Russia (including Crimea, Donetsk, Luhansk) |
| Americas | Cuba, Venezuela (under review) |
| Asia-Pacific | Myanmar (Burma), China (Mainland) |
Note: This list may be updated based on compliance requirements. Access may be restricted without prior notice.
3. Enforcement
- We may restrict access using IP geolocation and other risk signals.
- Use of VPNs, proxies, or similar methods to bypass restrictions may lead to suspension or permanent account closure.
- We may request proof of residence where activity suggests a mismatch between claimed location and observed access patterns.
4. Why this matters
These restrictions help us to:
- Maintain compliance and reduce legal risk.
- Protect the Akuno community from fraud and sanctions-related exposure.
- Keep the platform stable, fair, and transparent for eligible users.
5. Contact
If you believe your country is listed in error, or you would like to be notified if Akuno becomes available in your region, contact us: