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Live Selfies, GPS Tracking: India Unveils New KYC Rules For Crypto Users
In an effort to eliminate illegal activity in the digital asset market, India's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has unveiled stringent new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols for cryptocurrency exchanges.
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CFTC Clears Path for Spot Crypto Trading on Regulated Platforms for the First Time
The CFTC has approved spot crypto trading on federally supervised exchanges, marking a major shift in how digital assets are regulated in the US. The decision introduces stronger oversight, clearer protections, and higher operational standards for exchanges. Industry leaders say the move will reshape institutional participation and bring the spot c...
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Bitcoin vs Tokenised Gold: CZ and Peter Schiff Ready to Face Off in Debate
Binance Blockchain Week 2025 will host a major debate between CZ and Peter Schiff, where both will discuss whether Bitcoin or tokenised gold is better suited for the evolving digital economy. The conversation comes at a time when real-world asset tokenisation is rising and institutional interest is shifting. Their contrasting views could influence ...
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UK to Recognise Crypto as Property After Lawmakers Approve Landmark Bill
The UK has passed the landmark Property (Digital Assets etc) Act 2025 that formally recognises crypto as property, giving courts stronger authority over asset recovery, fraud cases, and commercial disputes. Industry bodies, including Bitcoin Policy UK and CryptoUK, have welcomed the development, calling it a key milestone for regulated digital asse...
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World's Central Banks Are Wary Of AI, Struggling To Quit The Dollar: Survey
Artificial Intelligence is not a core part of operations at most of the world's central banks and digital assets are off the table, according to a survey released on Wednesday by the Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum.
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Government Reportedly Mulling Stablecoin Adoption in Potential Policy Shift Even as RBI Flags Concerns
The government is assessing potential use cases for stablecoins in its upcoming Economic Survey for 2025-26, according to a report. Officials say the review may propose limited experimentation under a regulated framework. The move comes as India continues developing its digital currency plans through the RBI’s CBDC and weighs concerns around fina...
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Swiss Crypto Bank AMINA Granted Hong Kong Licence to Serve Institutions
Swiss crypto bank AMINA Bank AG has received approval from Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission to offer institutional digital asset trading and custody through its AMINA Hong Kong subsidiary. The licence allows the bank to support around 13 cryptocurrencies and marks a notable step in the city’s strategy to expand regulated access for...
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Bank of England Plans to Match US Pace on Stablecoin Regulation: Report
The Bank of England has pledged to introduce its stablecoin regulatory framework at the same pace as the United States. Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden said the plan aims to balance innovation and consumer protection. At the same time, the Financial Conduct Authority has ended its four-year ban on crypto ETNs, marking another major step in the UK’s...
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From Halloween Mystery to Global Phenomenon, Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin Whitepaper Turns 17
Seventeen years after Satoshi Nakamoto published the Bitcoin whitepaper on Halloween 2008, the cryptocurrency has evolved from an experimental idea into a trillion-dollar financial phenomenon. As Bitcoin continues to define digital finance, industry leaders share insights on how its journey has shaped trust, transparency, and innovation across the ...
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Visa to Add Support for Four Stablecoins Across Four Blockchains as Usage Surges
Visa is planning to expand support for four stablecoins across four blockchains as part of its growing digital asset strategy. The company aims to simplify cross-border settlements and enhance financial efficiency. With more than 130 stablecoin-linked programmes in 40 countries, Visa is positioning itself as a major bridge between traditional finan...
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Ant Group Registers ‘Antcoin’ Trademark in Hong Kong as China Tightens Crypto Rules
Ant Group, the Alibaba-backed fintech powerhouse, has registered the “Antcoin” trademark in Hong Kong through its Cayman Islands subsidiary. The move underlines the firm’s intent to pursue blockchain-based innovation in friendlier jurisdictions as Beijing tightens its control over cryptocurrency activity and limits private digital asset proje...
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Madras High Court Recognises Crypto as Property: What This Means for Indian Investors
In a landmark ruling, the Madras High Court has recognised cryptocurrency as property under Indian law. The judgment provides legal clarity for investors and businesses, affirming that digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum can be owned and transferred. While experts call it a milestone for India’s crypto ecosystem, concerns remain over the abs...
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Japan Enters Stablecoin Race With Launch of Yen-Pegged JPYC
Japan has launched its first yen-pegged stablecoin, JPYC, developed by Tokyo-based fintech JPYC Inc. Fully backed by yen reserves and government bonds, the stablecoin aims to modernise digital payments and settlements. The launch marks Japan’s entry into the global stablecoin race, long dominated by dollar-backed assets such as USDT and USDC, and...
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World Liberty Financial Explores Real Estate Tokenisation Using USD1 Stablecoin
World Liberty Financial plans to tokenise a real estate project using its USD1 stablecoin, according to WLFI Co-Founder Eric Trump. The project aims to open access to fractional ownership in luxury properties for retail investors, starting from $1,000 (roughly Rs. 87,400). While the Trump family maintains control over WLFI, the move underscores blo...
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Coinbase Invests in CoinDCX at $2.45 Billion Valuation
Global crypto platform Coinbase has invested in India’s leading exchange CoinDCX, valuing it at $2.45 billion (roughly Rs. 21,600 crore). The deal strengthens Coinbase’s presence in India and the Middle East, where crypto adoption is rising rapidly. The investment supports regional growth, regulatory compliance, and secure trading, positioning ...
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Live Selfies, GPS Tracking: India Unveils New KYC Rules For Crypto Users
In an effort to eliminate illegal activity in the digital asset market, India's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has unveiled stringent new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols for cryptocurrency exchanges.
-
CFTC Clears Path for Spot Crypto Trading on Regulated Platforms for the First Time
The CFTC has approved spot crypto trading on federally supervised exchanges, marking a major shift in how digital assets are regulated in the US. The decision introduces stronger oversight, clearer protections, and higher operational standards for exchanges. Industry leaders say the move will reshape institutional participation and bring the spot c...
-
Bitcoin vs Tokenised Gold: CZ and Peter Schiff Ready to Face Off in Debate
Binance Blockchain Week 2025 will host a major debate between CZ and Peter Schiff, where both will discuss whether Bitcoin or tokenised gold is better suited for the evolving digital economy. The conversation comes at a time when real-world asset tokenisation is rising and institutional interest is shifting. Their contrasting views could influence ...
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UK to Recognise Crypto as Property After Lawmakers Approve Landmark Bill
The UK has passed the landmark Property (Digital Assets etc) Act 2025 that formally recognises crypto as property, giving courts stronger authority over asset recovery, fraud cases, and commercial disputes. Industry bodies, including Bitcoin Policy UK and CryptoUK, have welcomed the development, calling it a key milestone for regulated digital asse...
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World's Central Banks Are Wary Of AI, Struggling To Quit The Dollar: Survey
Artificial Intelligence is not a core part of operations at most of the world's central banks and digital assets are off the table, according to a survey released on Wednesday by the Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum.
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Government Reportedly Mulling Stablecoin Adoption in Potential Policy Shift Even as RBI Flags Concerns
The government is assessing potential use cases for stablecoins in its upcoming Economic Survey for 2025-26, according to a report. Officials say the review may propose limited experimentation under a regulated framework. The move comes as India continues developing its digital currency plans through the RBI’s CBDC and weighs concerns around fina...
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Swiss Crypto Bank AMINA Granted Hong Kong Licence to Serve Institutions
Swiss crypto bank AMINA Bank AG has received approval from Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission to offer institutional digital asset trading and custody through its AMINA Hong Kong subsidiary. The licence allows the bank to support around 13 cryptocurrencies and marks a notable step in the city’s strategy to expand regulated access for...
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Bank of England Plans to Match US Pace on Stablecoin Regulation: Report
The Bank of England has pledged to introduce its stablecoin regulatory framework at the same pace as the United States. Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden said the plan aims to balance innovation and consumer protection. At the same time, the Financial Conduct Authority has ended its four-year ban on crypto ETNs, marking another major step in the UK’s...
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From Halloween Mystery to Global Phenomenon, Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin Whitepaper Turns 17
Seventeen years after Satoshi Nakamoto published the Bitcoin whitepaper on Halloween 2008, the cryptocurrency has evolved from an experimental idea into a trillion-dollar financial phenomenon. As Bitcoin continues to define digital finance, industry leaders share insights on how its journey has shaped trust, transparency, and innovation across the ...
-
Visa to Add Support for Four Stablecoins Across Four Blockchains as Usage Surges
Visa is planning to expand support for four stablecoins across four blockchains as part of its growing digital asset strategy. The company aims to simplify cross-border settlements and enhance financial efficiency. With more than 130 stablecoin-linked programmes in 40 countries, Visa is positioning itself as a major bridge between traditional finan...
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Ant Group Registers ‘Antcoin’ Trademark in Hong Kong as China Tightens Crypto Rules
Ant Group, the Alibaba-backed fintech powerhouse, has registered the “Antcoin” trademark in Hong Kong through its Cayman Islands subsidiary. The move underlines the firm’s intent to pursue blockchain-based innovation in friendlier jurisdictions as Beijing tightens its control over cryptocurrency activity and limits private digital asset proje...
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Madras High Court Recognises Crypto as Property: What This Means for Indian Investors
In a landmark ruling, the Madras High Court has recognised cryptocurrency as property under Indian law. The judgment provides legal clarity for investors and businesses, affirming that digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum can be owned and transferred. While experts call it a milestone for India’s crypto ecosystem, concerns remain over the abs...
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Japan Enters Stablecoin Race With Launch of Yen-Pegged JPYC
Japan has launched its first yen-pegged stablecoin, JPYC, developed by Tokyo-based fintech JPYC Inc. Fully backed by yen reserves and government bonds, the stablecoin aims to modernise digital payments and settlements. The launch marks Japan’s entry into the global stablecoin race, long dominated by dollar-backed assets such as USDT and USDC, and...
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World Liberty Financial Explores Real Estate Tokenisation Using USD1 Stablecoin
World Liberty Financial plans to tokenise a real estate project using its USD1 stablecoin, according to WLFI Co-Founder Eric Trump. The project aims to open access to fractional ownership in luxury properties for retail investors, starting from $1,000 (roughly Rs. 87,400). While the Trump family maintains control over WLFI, the move underscores blo...
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Coinbase Invests in CoinDCX at $2.45 Billion Valuation
Global crypto platform Coinbase has invested in India’s leading exchange CoinDCX, valuing it at $2.45 billion (roughly Rs. 21,600 crore). The deal strengthens Coinbase’s presence in India and the Middle East, where crypto adoption is rising rapidly. The investment supports regional growth, regulatory compliance, and secure trading, positioning ...
