Binamulia Hukum
Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): Binamulia Hukum

Legal Protection for Investors in Bitcoin Transactions on Exchange Platforms

Siregar, Dahris (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Feb 2025

Abstract

Since the introduction of Bitcoin, the first cryptocurrency, virtual currencies have become a topic of increasing public concern. Bitcoin trading is highly speculative and involves significant risks, as its value can fluctuate dramatically over time, with no single party held accountable for these changes. This study focuses on the protection of investors engaged in Bitcoin transactions on exchange platforms in Indonesia under positive law. The research employs a normative juridical approach, with both primary and secondary data sourced from legal texts, regulations, and relevant literature. The findings indicate that Bitcoin transactions in Indonesia primarily involve the sale of commodity assets through exchange platforms, which function as physical traders of crypto assets. Regulatory frameworks established by futures regulatory bodies play a crucial role in preventing fraud and safeguarding legal rights. According to Indonesian Contract Law, as outlined in the Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek, BW), Bitcoin transactions are considered “legal” when they fulfill the contractual conditions specified in Article 1320. Consequently, investors are legally protected from both criminal and civil liabilities due to the validity of these transactions.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

binamulia

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Subject

Humanities Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

Description

Jurnal Binamulia Hukum, merupakan jurnal peer-reviewed yang terbit dua kali dalam setahun (Juli dan Desember) diterbitkan cetak sejak tahun 2007 dan online pada tahun 2017 oleh Fakultas Hukum Universitas Krisnadwipayana. Jurnal Binamulia Hukum memuat beberapa jenis penelitian dan ulasan disiplin ...