Effective in 2027, entering Segment 4 in 2028, the timeline is quite tight. VASPs need to hurry up and restructure their risk control and capital adequacy ratios.

According to Bitcoin.com, the Central Bank of Brazil issued Resolution No. 580/2026, classifying virtual asset service providers (VASPs) and their leading groups under Type 3, aligning regulatory requirements with securities brokerage, securities distribution, and foreign exchange brokerage firms. Starting January 1, 2027, relevant institutions will be subject to prudential regulatory requirements such as risk management, capital requirements, and information disclosure; and by June 30, 2028, they must be included in Segment 4 and may not apply the simplified compliance regime of Segment 5, which is intended for low-risk institutions.