Ljubljana Tops Global Crypto-Friendly Rankings
Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, has officially been named the world’s most crypto-friendly city, overtaking renowned hubs like Hong Kong, Singapore, and Zurich. This recognition comes from the 2025 Crypto Report by migration advisory firm Multipolitan, which ranked 20 cities based on their regulations, tax policies, digital infrastructure, and overall crypto culture. Multipolitan’s Crypto-Friendly Cities Index evaluated key factors such as licensing frameworks, capital gains tax rates, GDP per capita, housing affordability, and internet speeds. But what truly set Ljubljana apart was its high concentration of crypto ATMs and strong retail adoption rates, reflecting a deeply embedded crypto culture.
“The presence of crypto ATMs and retail adoption rates were analysed to reflect each city’s embedded cryptocurrency culture,” noted Multipolitan.
Following Ljubljana, Hong Kong and Zurich tied for second place, while Singapore and Abu Dhabi rounded out the top five, thanks to their low-tax environments and proactive crypto regulatory frameworks.
Source: Multipolitan
The Americas Lag Behind in Crypto Rankings
Interestingly, only one city from the Americas made it onto the list — Madison, Wisconsin — landing in 11th place alongside Riga, Doha, and Riyadh. This highlights a growing divide between global crypto hubs and U.S. cities, where regulatory uncertainty continues to weigh on adoption.
Slovenia Leads in Crypto Wealth Concentration
Slovenia didn’t just top the friendliness index — it also claimed first place in Multipolitan’s Crypto Wealth Concentration Index. The average Slovenian crypto holder reportedly manages a portfolio worth $240,500, far surpassing second-place Cyprus at $175,000, and Hong Kong at $97,500. In stark contrast, the United States ranked near the bottom, with average holdings of just $23,300, barely ahead of Malaysia.
As part of the European Union, Slovenia operates under the EU’s MiCA regulation, offering a clear and structured approach to crypto oversight—something many countries are still struggling to implement. Ljubljana also serves as the headquarters for Blockchain Alliance Europe, and is home to Blocksquare, a blockchain real estate platform that recently partnered with Vera Capital to tokenize $1 billion in U.S. real estate assets.
