<p>Effective 13th September, eToro, the renowned online <a href="https://cryptoticker.io/en/exchange-comparison/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">broker</a>, unveiled changes to its crypto services for its German users. While they can no longer create new positions to purchase tangible crypto assets, they have been provided the alternative of initiating CFD positions at 1x. Without any leverage involved, this promises an identical market exposure as if the actual cryptocurrency was being traded.</p> 
<h2 id="h-the-community-reacts"><strong>The Community Reacts</strong></h2> 
<p>This policy shift, although not impacting users with existing crypto holdings on eToro, has garnered a mix of intrigue and <a href="https://twitter.com/HellMan70/status/1702444790866968913" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">concern</a> within the crypto circle. The backdrop for such a change can be attributed to the evolving regulatory environment, highlighting the intricacies surrounding digital currencies across different jurisdictions.</p> 
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   <p lang="de" dir="ltr">Wer auch immer von euch <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/eToro?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#eToro</a> <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/13.0.1/72x72/1f921.png" alt="🤡" class="wp-smiley"> in Deutschland nutzt, ab heute kannst du keine echten <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> mehr kaufen / senden.<br>Egal welche Plattform, holt eure Bestände in die Eigenverwahrung!<br>Tut es einfach! Not your keys not your <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BTC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BTC</a> <a href="https://t.co/Pm5zJulN7z">pic.twitter.com/Pm5zJulN7z</a></p>— BitcoinJoker 
   <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/13.0.1/72x72/1f0cf.png" alt="🃏" class="wp-smiley">∞/21M (@BitcoinJoker42) <a href="https://twitter.com/BitcoinJoker42/status/1701978871355109788?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2023</a>
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   <p lang="de" dir="ltr">eToro war schon immer Kacke. <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/13.0.1/72x72/1f937.png" alt="🤷" class="wp-smiley"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/13.0.1/72x72/1f60e.png" alt="😎" class="wp-smiley"></p>— OMa (@HellMan70) <a href="https://twitter.com/HellMan70/status/1702444790866968913?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 14, 2023</a>
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<h2 id="h-not-your-keys-not-your-cryptos"><strong>“Not Your Keys, Not Your Cryptos”</strong></h2> 
<p>Amidst the changes, the crypto adage, “Not your keys, not your cryptos,” has resounded louder than ever. The principle behind this maxim is straightforward: without owning the private keys to one’s digital assets, they essentially relinquish control, making them susceptible to regulatory changes or third-party decisions.</p> 
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<h2 id="h-the-broader-implications"><strong>The Broader Implications</strong></h2> 
<p>While eToro assures continued service to its German demographic and emphasizes that other offerings remain unaffected, it brings the broader question of asset control in the cryptocurrency domain to the forefront.</p> 
<h2 id="h-what-should-you-do-if-you-have-funds-on-etoro"><strong>What Should you Do if you have funds on eToro?</strong></h2> 
<p>For both crypto novices and veterans, the eToro episode is a powerful reminder of the value of direct asset control. As digital currency regulations become more nuanced, holding the reins to one’s investments through private keys and personal wallets is more crucial than ever. This eToro development, though localized to Germany, underscores a universal takeaway for crypto enthusiasts worldwide. In a rapidly transforming ecosystem, safeguarding one’s investments remains paramount.</p>

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