As India prepares for the Union Budget 2026, the country’s digital asset ecosystem is intensifying calls for a recalibration of crypto taxation. Industry stakeholders are urging the government to reconsider the flat 30% tax on virtual digital asset gains and ease the 1% tax deducted at source, arguing that the current framework has stifled innovation,… Continue reading Budget 2026 Signals a Turning Point for India’s Crypto Policy as Industry Pushes for Tax Relief
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U.S. States Test New Ground as Texas and New Hampshire Lead Push to Hold Bitcoin on Public Balance Sheets
A growing number of U.S. states are exploring whether digital assets can play a role in public finance, with Texas and New Hampshire emerging as early leaders. Lawmakers and treasurers are examining proposals to allow bitcoin holdings on state balance sheets, framing the move as both a hedge against inflation and a signal of technological… Continue reading U.S. States Test New Ground as Texas and New Hampshire Lead Push to Hold Bitcoin on Public Balance Sheets
Rs-Freefall Trust: Social Engineering Scam Drains $282 Million in One of Crypto’s Largest Personal Heists
A sophisticated social-engineering attack has resulted in the theft of $282 million in cryptocurrency from a single victim, marking one of the largest known personal losses in the digital asset ecosystem. Unlike traditional hacks that exploit software vulnerabilities, this incident relied on psychological manipulation to gain control over private credentials. The breach underscores the growing… Continue reading Rs-Freefall Trust: Social Engineering Scam Drains $282 Million in One of Crypto’s Largest Personal Heists
Arthur Hayes Doubles Down on Crypto as Startups Secure Rs. 4,880 Crore in Fresh Capital
A renewed wave of optimism is sweeping through the digital asset industry as prominent crypto investor Arthur Hayes increases his exposure to the sector, coinciding with a strong rebound in venture funding. Crypto startups collectively raised $588 million, or roughly Rs. 4,880 crore, signaling renewed institutional confidence after a prolonged period of caution. The fundraising… Continue reading Arthur Hayes Doubles Down on Crypto as Startups Secure Rs. 4,880 Crore in Fresh Capital
X Tightens Crypto Rules as Musk-Led Platform Moves Against ‘InfoFi’ Spam
X, the social media platform owned by Elon Musk, has intensified its moderation of crypto-related content by banning several so-called “InfoFi” projects accused of flooding the platform with low-quality, automated posts and reply spam. The action reflects growing concern over the misuse of artificial intelligence to manipulate engagement and promote speculative tokens under the guise… Continue reading X Tightens Crypto Rules as Musk-Led Platform Moves Against ‘InfoFi’ Spam
A Practical Guide to Depositing Cryptocurrency on Stake
As cryptocurrency adoption continues to expand across digital platforms, understanding how to securely deposit crypto has become essential for users. Stake, a popular crypto-based entertainment platform, allows users to fund their accounts using multiple digital assets through a streamlined process. Depositing cryptocurrency involves selecting the desired token, generating a unique wallet address, and transferring funds… Continue reading A Practical Guide to Depositing Cryptocurrency on Stake
Crypto and Power: How Digital Assets Are Reshaping the Landscape of Political Corruption
Cryptocurrencies, once hailed as instruments of financial innovation and decentralization, are increasingly under scrutiny for their role in facilitating political corruption. Their pseudonymous nature, borderless transferability, and limited regulatory oversight have made digital assets attractive tools for illicit political financing, bribery, and influence peddling. From covert campaign funding to cross-border kickbacks, crypto-based transactions can obscure… Continue reading Crypto and Power: How Digital Assets Are Reshaping the Landscape of Political Corruption
CLARITY Act Could Redefine Crypto Regulation, Offering Tailwinds for Ethereum and Solana
The proposed CLARITY Act marks a pivotal moment for the digital asset industry, aiming to bring long-awaited regulatory certainty to crypto markets. By clearly defining the oversight framework for blockchain networks and digital tokens, the legislation could significantly benefit established platforms such as Ethereum and Solana. Greater clarity around compliance, classification, and governance may lower… Continue reading CLARITY Act Could Redefine Crypto Regulation, Offering Tailwinds for Ethereum and Solana
Argentina Embraces Crypto Utility as Lemon Unveils the Nation’s First Bitcoin-Backed Card
Argentina’s fast-evolving digital finance landscape has reached a new milestone with the launch of the country’s first Bitcoin-backed payment card by fintech firm Lemon. The product allows users to spend against their Bitcoin holdings while seamlessly converting crypto into pesos at the point of transaction. Introduced amid persistent inflationary pressures and currency volatility, the card… Continue reading Argentina Embraces Crypto Utility as Lemon Unveils the Nation’s First Bitcoin-Backed Card
From Speculation to Infrastructure: Why Investors Are Embracing On-Chain Neobanks
Investor interest is steadily shifting toward on-chain neobanks as the cryptocurrency sector matures beyond pure price speculation. These blockchain-native financial institutions are positioning themselves as the next evolution of banking, offering programmable money, transparent balance sheets, and global accessibility. As regulatory clarity improves and institutional capital re-enters the digital asset space, on-chain neobanks are gaining… Continue reading From Speculation to Infrastructure: Why Investors Are Embracing On-Chain Neobanks