{ "schema_version": "2.0.0-lowkyc", "angle": "Low-KYC Reality 2026", "updated": "2026-06-15", "next_review": "2026-09-15", "license": "CC BY 4.0", "source_note": "Base-tier fees via CCXT public API (loadMarkets) + manual for CCXT-absent venues. 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