Hawaii to Ban Cryptocurrency ATMs and Kiosks Starting October 1
Hawaii becomes the fourth US state to prohibit crypto ATMs, joining Minnesota, Tennessee, and Indiana in measures targeting scams.
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Marcus Webb · Crypto Desk · 16 Aug 2026 · 1 min read
Hawaii is set to become the fourth US state to implement a complete ban on cryptocurrency ATMs and kiosks, with the new enforcement taking effect on Oct. 1.
The restriction is being introduced in response to a rise in cryptocurrency scams associated with physical terminal kiosks. Hawaii joins Minnesota, Tennessee, and Indiana in enacting total bans on the operation of these digital asset machines within their jurisdictions.
This article was produced with AI assistance and edited by a Finance Review Daily journalist.
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