Crypto Currencies is facing local law policies many where: Local law can be a barrier for many countries to accelerate the blockchain industry. I read the sentiment of many people where the bitcoin or concurrency is not legally authorized but they are very much excited to use this technology. I think, a global revelation only can bring those countries to be inspired.
First of all, cryptocurrencies =/= blockchain, or blockchain =/= Bitcoin. There are countries where blockchain is much appreciated even if Bitcoin is not. Even a good number of banks are appreciating the blockchain technology, even using them, but they are not in favor of the likes of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. In my local setting, a few banks are already playing with blockchain but a mere mention of Bitcoin or cryptocurrency when opening an account could be enough for your application to get rejected.
My country is favor to the blochchain technology but not favor to the ICOs and STOs. There are now many news and issues about scammers and it is the reason why my country doesn't regulate ICOs and STOs.