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Bitcoin (₿) is a digital currency that is not regulated by any central bank or single administrator. The cryptocurrency that can be sent by one user to another without the need for intermediaries hit an all-time high of nearly $20,000 in late 2017. More

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  • What does Madras HC’s judgement mean for WazirX’s rebalancing scheme and its impact on users

    Industry and legal experts expect fresh petitions to be filed against the crypto exchange at other high courts taking a cue from this interim ruling.

  • No ambiguity in laws, Binance eyes major growth from India, says APAC Head SB Seker

    No ambiguity in laws, Binance eyes major growth from India, says APAC Head SB Seker

    "We want a significant number of our next billion users to come from India," Seker told Moneycontrol.

  • Crypto miners riding the AI wave are leaving bitcoin behind

    Crypto miners riding the AI wave are leaving bitcoin behind

    Two years ago, the sector benefitted at the initial start of the AI boom, only to see their share prices tumble the following year as mining profitability declined and competition increased.

  • Crypto sees more than $6 billion in liquidations

    Crypto sees more than $6 billion in liquidations

    While market weakness had already been present coming into Friday, Trump’s post sparked a decline of more than 12% in Bitcoin.

  • Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Gold or Bitcoin: Which has a more compelling story?

    Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Gold or Bitcoin: Which has a more compelling story?

    In Moneycontrol Pro Panorama October 10 edition: Why World Bank wants South Asia to cut tariffs, market move a breakout, breakdown, or déjà vu, to become popular ethanol blending needs to reflect in prices, and more

  • Bitcoin’s weekend rally fueled by record bets in Options markets

    Bitcoin’s weekend rally fueled by record bets in Options markets

    Bitcoin’s advance coincided with a US government shutdown that began on Oct. 1 and has helped fuel demand for perceived safe-haven assets.

  • Stablecoins are a risk, can create systemic volatility: AIIB chief economist Erik Berglof

    Stablecoins are a risk, can create systemic volatility: AIIB chief economist Erik Berglof

    Berglof says India joining CPTPP would be 'truly transformational'; calls for climate-linked lending and inclusive growth

  • Crypto exchange Bybit steps up India push with team expansion, user growth drive, crypto card plans

    Crypto exchange Bybit steps up India push with team expansion, user growth drive, crypto card plans

    India’s stance on crypto regulations is getting much better, as the regulators are a lot more open to conversations, Michelle Daura, Head of Regulated Expansion Regions, Bybit told Moneycontrol.

  • Crypto’s $300 billion wipeout marks harshest selloff in months

    Crypto’s $300 billion wipeout marks harshest selloff in months

    Ether, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, led the rout with its steepest weekly decline since June

  • Crypto Futures driving 70-80% trading volumes, say Indian exchanges

    Crypto Futures driving 70-80% trading volumes, say Indian exchanges

    Tax saving benefits, influencer-driven traction, and flexibility to take long and short positions on a large variety of tokens led to the growing popularity of crypto perpetual futures.

  • Trump family adds $1.3 billion of crypto wealth in span of weeks

    Trump family adds $1.3 billion of crypto wealth in span of weeks

    The haul from crypto firm World Liberty Financial and separate mining operation American Bitcoin Corp. shows how still-nascent projects are already translating into tangible wealth for the first family

  • Crypto crown jewel? Trump sons’ American Bitcoin prepares Nasdaq launch in September

    Crypto crown jewel? Trump sons’ American Bitcoin prepares Nasdaq launch in September

    Following the merger, Hut 8 along with Eric and Donald Trump Jr will collectively own about 98% of the newly formed entity.

  • Why bitcoin treasury companies are a fool’s paradise

    Why bitcoin treasury companies are a fool’s paradise

    In a crypto winter, the consequences could be painful for investors

  • Bitcoin falls 7% after record rally: What lies ahead?

    Bitcoin falls 7% after record rally: What lies ahead?

    Cryptocurrency news: The sharp fall in the crypto's prices comes as investors may have booked profits at elevated levels

  • Bitcoin hits fresh record as US Fed easing bets add to tailwinds

    Bitcoin hits fresh record as US Fed easing bets add to tailwinds

    The world's largest crypto-asset by market capitalisation climbed as much as 0.9% to $124,002.49 in early Asia trading, surpassing its previous peak hit in July

  • Why struggling companies are loading up on bitcoin

    Why struggling companies are loading up on bitcoin

    Biotechs, miners and hoteliers are snapping up crypto to boost their share prices, but experts warn of a crisis if markets crash

  • What's fuelling the bull run in Bitcoin?

    What's fuelling the bull run in Bitcoin?

    Bitcoin just crossed $123,000 — but this rally isn’t just about price. From record-breaking ETF inflows to major legislative developments during “Crypto Week” in the U.S., we break down what’s really behind the bull run. Is this just the beginning of a new era in cryptocurrency? Watch until the end to find out why India and other nations are closely watching the U.S. #Bitcoin #CryptoWeek #TrumpCrypto #CryptoNews #BTC #CryptoRegulation #Stablecoins

  • What's really fuelling the bull run in Bitcoin?

    What's really fuelling the bull run in Bitcoin?

    As global markets wobble under tariff tremors, Bitcoin and the broader crypto market are charting a course buoyed by record ETF inflows, rising institutional interest, and landmark US legislation.

  • Inside Bhutan’s push to become a crypto hub

    Inside Bhutan’s push to become a crypto hub

    Bhutan recently launched its first crypto use case by allowing payments through Binance Pay to attract tourists. The government believes enabling crypto tourism would also be a boon for the small and medium enterprises

  • Bitcoin chases American dream in norm-shattering mortgage push

    Bitcoin chases American dream in norm-shattering mortgage push

    If crypto is eventually allowed to count toward mortgage eligibility without being liquidated, borrowers could retain their tokens instead of converting them to meet reserve requirements

  • Satoshi Nakamoto becomes 11th richest man on Earth: Who is the mysterious Bitcoin founder?

    Satoshi Nakamoto becomes 11th richest man on Earth: Who is the mysterious Bitcoin founder?

    Bitcoin today hit a fresh lifetime high, crossing the $121,000-mark for the first time ever.

  • Bitcoin soars to all-time peak just shy of $112,000

    Bitcoin soars to all-time peak just shy of $112,000

    It touched a record peak of $111,988.90 and was last up 0.4% at $111,259. Since the beginning of the year, bitcoin has advanced more than 18%

  • Crypto regulations need clear vision and govt support, says Binance CEO Richard Teng

    Crypto regulations need clear vision and govt support, says Binance CEO Richard Teng

    Teng was in Bhutan to promote the collaboration of its ministry of tourism and crypto wallet Binance Pay as the eastern Himalayan country’s first national crypto tourism payment system

  • Crypto paper may flag tech benefits but will stop short of firm regulatory view

    Crypto paper may flag tech benefits but will stop short of firm regulatory view

    The first draft of the discussion paper, expected to be out in July, will likely outline the technological benefits of certain cryptos such as stablecoins, without taking a stand on regulation, given the RBI's resistance to this asset class

  • What is cryptocurrency? A beginner's guide to digital money

    What is cryptocurrency? A beginner's guide to digital money

    Learning about how cryptocurrencies work, why they are important, and what you need to know before you invest

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