Information
The CryptoWallet feature allows users to securely store, manage, and transact digital assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies.
The recommended state for this setting is Disabled.
Rationale:
In an enterprise organization, users should not be able to manage, buy or sell assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies.
Impact:
The CryptoWallet feature will not be accessible to users.
Solution
To establish the recommended configuration via GP, set the following UI path to Disabled:
Computer Configuration\Policies\Administrative Templates\Microsoft Edge\Enable CryptoWallet feature
Note: This Group Policy path may not exist by default. It is provided by the Group Policy template MSEdge.admx/adml that can be downloaded from Microsoft from Download Edge for Business.
Default Value:
Enabled. (Users can use CryptoWallet feature which allows users to securely store, manage and transact digital assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies.)