BlockBeats News, July 3rd, the Central Bank of Brazil issued Resolution No. 580/2026, categorizing Virtual Asset *Service Providers* (VASPs) as Type 3 entities, subjecting them to the same regulatory requirements as securities brokers, securities dealers, and forex brokers.

Under the new rules, starting from January 1, 2027, VASPs will comply with regulatory requirements such as risk management, capital adequacy, and information disclosure. By June 30, 2028, all VASPs will be incorporated into the Segment 4 regulatory framework and will not be eligible for the simplified compliance regime under Segment 5 aimed at low-risk entities. The Central Bank of Brazil stated that this move follows the principles of "same business, same risk, same regulation," aiming to align the regulation of the virtual asset industry with international standards.