The founder of the KUNA cryptocurrency exchange accused the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) of destroying the cryptocurrency market in an interview with Delo.ua. According to the entrepreneur, it is impossible to expect the development of the crypto industry under the current conditions. Mykhailo Chobanian stated that the cryptocurrency market in Ukraine ceased to exist after restrictions were imposed on the purchase and sale of digital currencies for hryvnias: 'It has been two and a half years since the NBU limited the ability to buy or sell crypto assets for hryvnias. Since then, the market in Ukraine has actually been killed. This sector can only develop in conditions of economic growth. And in Ukraine, the dynamics, to put it mildly, are negative. Therefore, as long as the Ukrainian economy does not grow, one should not expect the recovery of the cryptocurrency market.' The businessman reported that he does not intend to work in Ukraine anymore, as the market 'functions on crutches, the role of which is played by drops.' According to Chobanian, he received four requests to purchase the exchange, but all had to be declined due to reputational costs. However, the founder of KUNA believes that he will be able to resolve the issue of selling the platform by the end of the year and is open to offers from buyers.