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  • CoinDCX Hack: Know crypto investors' rights under Indian laws, even without regulations

    CoinDCX Hack: Know crypto investors' rights under Indian laws, even without regulations

    Cryptocurrency exchange CoinDCX hacked: The crypto exchange’s co-founders have assured users their wallets are safe, but it’s wise for investors to know the rights that they can exercise in India.

  • RBI's Sanjay Malhotra sticks to cautious approach on cryptos, backs local payments system

    RBI's Sanjay Malhotra sticks to cautious approach on cryptos, backs local payments system

    The remarks come at a time when the US administration led by President Donald Trump is moving rapidly to formalise crypto regulations

  • 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

  • Cryptocurrency status in limbo as officials fear 'dollarization' of economy, unclear global regulation

    Cryptocurrency status in limbo as officials fear 'dollarization' of economy, unclear global regulation

    Citing a lack of clarity on how major economies are regulating crypto assets, government officials have remained cautious of declaring cryptocurrencies as legal tender, instead choosing to wait and see how other countries are moving forward.

  • Bitcoin, other cryptos rise after softer-than-expected US CPI data

    Bitcoin, other cryptos rise after softer-than-expected US CPI data

    The CPI rose 0.2% in February after surging 0.5% in the previous month. For the 12 months through February, consumer prices in the US were up 2.8%, lower than January's 3%

  • Bitcoin sinks after Trump’s executive order disappoints market

    Bitcoin sinks after Trump’s executive order disappoints market

    Bitcoin and other tokens fell as Sacks said that taxpayer money would not be spent to acquire cryptocurrencies for either.

  • India reviewing crypto position due to global changes: DEA Secy Ajay Seth

    India reviewing crypto position due to global changes: DEA Secy Ajay Seth

    The review, which follows crypto-friendly policy announcements by US President Donald Trump, could further delay publication of a discussion paper on cryptocurrencies that was due for release in September 2024.

  • DFS Secretary M. Nagaraju skeptical of cryptocurrencies, says need to exercise caution

    DFS Secretary M. Nagaraju skeptical of cryptocurrencies, says need to exercise caution

    Reserve Bank's Governor Shaktikanta Das had echoed similar views earlier this year

  • Top cryptocurrencies to buy today for long-term growth: A guide to promising investments

    Top cryptocurrencies to buy today for long-term growth: A guide to promising investments

    If you're exploring the best options for long-term crypto investments, it’s essential to research projects that demonstrate strong fundamentals, innovative technologies, and real-world utility.

  • Discussion paper on crypto policy likely before Sept, says DEA secretary

    Discussion paper on crypto policy likely before Sept, says DEA secretary

    The rationale behind the discussion paper is to seek comments and views from relevant stakeholders on the ideas outlined in it. This paper will also contain suggestions on the remit of regulations for cryptocurrencies in India, added Economic Affairs Secretary Ajay Seth.

  • Bitcoin below $55,000, down fourth day as Mt Gox repays creditors

    Bitcoin below $55,000, down fourth day as Mt Gox repays creditors

    The selling in bitcoin is in contrast to the record run on global equities, especially in US and Japan.

  • Banking Central | Crypto scams on the rise, time's ripe for regulation on virtual assets

    Banking Central | Crypto scams on the rise, time's ripe for regulation on virtual assets

    In the 2024 Budget,  the Narendra Modi government has an opportunity  to bring clarity on the Indian government’s thinking on regulation of virtual assets. Will that happen this time? 

  • US SEC has approved the Bitcoin Spot ETF; Is It Safe To Trade In Bitcoin?

    US SEC has approved the Bitcoin Spot ETF; Is It Safe To Trade In Bitcoin?

    Several exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to the spot price of bitcoin began trading in the U.S. on Thursday in a landmark moment for the cryptocurrency industry that has been seeking regulatory approval for the financial product for over a decade. The green light by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission finally came late on Wednesday following months-long talks with top asset managers such as BlackRock (BLK.N), Ark Investments/21Shares, Fidelity, Invesco (IVZ.N) and VanEck. Catch Manisha Gupta with more details

  • Charges against Binance may sharpen regulatory gaze on Indian crypto industry: Experts

    Charges against Binance may sharpen regulatory gaze on Indian crypto industry: Experts

    The crypto exchange was charged with operating an unlicensed money transmitter business, conspiring, and breaching sanction regulations, among others.

  • G20 welcomes IMF-FSB Synthesis Paper on cryptocurrencies

    G20 welcomes IMF-FSB Synthesis Paper on cryptocurrencies

    The G20 declaration further added that they continue to closely monitor the risks of the fast-paced developments in the cryptoasset ecosystem

  • PayPal to halt UK crypto sales until 2024

    PayPal to halt UK crypto sales until 2024

    PayPal will "temporarily pause" the ability for customers to buy crypto on its platform from Oct. 1 as it works to satisfy the new regulations, which come into effect on Oct. 8, it said in an email to customers on Tuesday.

  • Concerned about unbacked cryptocurrencies, not people trading crypto: RBI Deputy T Rabi Shankar

    Concerned about unbacked cryptocurrencies, not people trading crypto: RBI Deputy T Rabi Shankar

    Other than this, Shankar also highlighted that stablecoins pegged to other currencies in the emerging market economies post several threats.

  • Accel-backed crypto startup Pillow to shut down operations on July 31

    Accel-backed crypto startup Pillow to shut down operations on July 31

    The startup asked its users to withdraw funds at the earliest. This comes eight months after the startup raised $18 million in a Series A round.

  • India Web3 funding plunges 97% year-to-date; VCs say now best time to invest

    India Web3 funding plunges 97% year-to-date; VCs say now best time to invest

    With global artificial intelligence startups catching the fancy of investors lately, Web3 has struggled to gain traction and the impact was more pronounced in India.

  • Darknet-based drug cartel busted with 'largest ever' LSD seizure, six arrests, says NCB

    Darknet-based drug cartel busted with 'largest ever' LSD seizure, six arrests, says NCB

    LSD or lysergic acid diethylamide is a synthetic chemical based-drug and is categorised as a hallucinogen.

  • MC Explains: Why Coinbase and Binance are in the crosshairs of US regulators

    MC Explains: Why Coinbase and Binance are in the crosshairs of US regulators

    The US Securities and Exchange Commission has been on a quest to crack down on digital currencies, more so after the fall of crypto exchange FTX.

  • Will be tough for governments to agree on a common crypto framework, says Binance CTO Rohit Wad

    Will be tough for governments to agree on a common crypto framework, says Binance CTO Rohit Wad

    As people become more educated, they will want some of these assets and will ask their governments to allow them to use it in a safe and regulated manner, says Binance CTO Rohit Wad

  • Crypto trading volume jumps 53% between Dec 2022-Feb 2023 on Indian exchanges

    Crypto trading volume jumps 53% between Dec 2022-Feb 2023 on Indian exchanges

    Industry players, however, are not convinced of the bear market ending anytime soon.

  • Retail digital currencies in cross-border deals won't hit central bank autonomy

    Retail digital currencies in cross-border deals won't hit central bank autonomy

    The study was a collaboration between the Bank of Israel, Norges Bank, Sveriges Riksbank and the BIS Innovation Hub Nordic Centre.

  • Budget 2023: Non-payment of Crypto TDS will be penalised; industry upset over no mention in Budget speech

    Budget 2023: Non-payment of Crypto TDS will be penalised; industry upset over no mention in Budget speech

    Union Budget 2023: Crypto industry players were expecting updates on the possible reduction in 1 percent TDS and regulations; now hopeful that India’s G20 presidency will lead to a solution.

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