During his second term in office, US President Donald Trump has publicly championed economic revival while quietly expanding his personal fortune at an extraordinary pace. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump claimed credit for making America “great and rich again.” Yet emerging details suggest that his private business interests have flourished alongside… Continue reading Trump’s Second-Term Business Windfall Raises Questions Over Power and Profit
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India’s Crypto Tax Structure Under Fire as Majority of Investors Call It Unfair
India’s cryptocurrency taxation framework is facing growing resistance from market participants, with nearly two-thirds of investors viewing the regime as inequitable, according to a recent survey of digital asset holders. High tax rates, the absence of loss offsets, and a fixed levy on transactions have emerged as the central pain points. Investors argue that the… Continue reading India’s Crypto Tax Structure Under Fire as Majority of Investors Call It Unfair
Indian Crypto Investors Push Back Against Tax Rules, Calling Regime Disproportionate
India’s cryptocurrency tax framework is increasingly being questioned by investors, with a clear majority viewing the current structure as unfair and restrictive. A recent survey highlights widespread dissatisfaction over high tax rates, rigid transaction levies, and the inability to offset losses. While policymakers introduced these measures to improve oversight and revenue collection, market participants argue… Continue reading Indian Crypto Investors Push Back Against Tax Rules, Calling Regime Disproportionate
Gujarat Crypto Crackdown: Enforcement Directorate Uncovers Rs. 240-Crore Bitcoin Laundering Network
India’s financial crime watchdog has intensified its scrutiny of digital asset misuse after arresting two relatives linked to a large-scale Bitcoin fraud in Gujarat. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating an alleged crypto laundering network involving nearly Rs. 240 crore, highlighting how virtual assets are increasingly being used to obscure illicit money flows. The case… Continue reading Gujarat Crypto Crackdown: Enforcement Directorate Uncovers Rs. 240-Crore Bitcoin Laundering Network
India’s Crypto Sector Seeks Tax Overhaul as Budget 2026 Approaches
With the Union Budget 2026 on the horizon, India’s cryptocurrency industry is mounting a coordinated push for meaningful tax reform. Market participants are urging the government to reconsider the existing 30% tax on virtual digital asset gains and reduce the 1% tax deducted at source on transactions. They argue that the current framework has constrained… Continue reading India’s Crypto Sector Seeks Tax Overhaul as Budget 2026 Approaches
Budget 2026 Signals a Turning Point for India’s Crypto Policy as Industry Pushes for Tax Relief
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
Inside India’s Crypto KYC Framework: How Exchanges Screen Users in a Regulated Digital Market
As India tightens oversight of digital assets, Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance has become central to how crypto exchanges operate. Platforms are now required to follow stringent identity verification and anti-money laundering norms, reshaping the user onboarding process. From document verification to transaction monitoring, exchanges are deploying layered checks to align with regulatory expectations while… Continue reading Inside India’s Crypto KYC Framework: How Exchanges Screen Users in a Regulated Digital Market
India’s Digital Asset Debate Calls for a Bitcoin Strategy, Not a Sovereign Cryptocurrency
India’s evolving digital finance landscape has reignited debate over the role of cryptocurrencies in the national economy. While discussions often focus on whether the country needs its own government-backed cryptocurrency, a growing body of experts argues that the real priority lies elsewhere. Rather than creating a parallel digital token, India would benefit more from a… Continue reading India’s Digital Asset Debate Calls for a Bitcoin Strategy, Not a Sovereign Cryptocurrency
Budget 2026: A Moment of Reckoning for India’s Cryptocurrency Tax Policy
As Budget 2026 approaches, India’s cryptocurrency ecosystem is increasingly vocal about the need for a pragmatic overhaul of the existing tax framework. Introduced during a period of regulatory caution, the current regime—marked by high transaction taxes and limited loss set-offs—has constrained market participation and pushed activity offshore. Industry stakeholders argue that a calibrated approach could… Continue reading Budget 2026: A Moment of Reckoning for India’s Cryptocurrency Tax Policy
India Tightens Crypto Onboarding With Mandatory Selfie and Penny Drop Verification
India has further strengthened oversight of the cryptocurrency ecosystem by mandating enhanced Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols, including live selfie verification and penny drop authentication. The move is aimed at improving identity validation, reducing financial fraud, and ensuring greater transparency in digital asset transactions. By enforcing stricter onboarding norms, regulators seek to align crypto platforms… Continue reading India Tightens Crypto Onboarding With Mandatory Selfie and Penny Drop Verification