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Bill to ban private cryptocurrencies to come up in Winter Session

The cryptocurrency bill is listed at a time when the level of interest in the subject is very high

Bill to ban private cryptocurrencies to come up in Winter Session
Updated On : 23 Nov 2021 | 11:48 PM IST

Cryptocurrency Bill among 26 to be introduced in Winter Session

The Bill 'seeks to prohibit all private cryptocurrencies in India however, it allows for certain exceptions to promote the underlying technology of cryptocurrency and its uses'

Cryptocurrency Bill among 26 to be introduced in Winter Session
Updated On : 23 Nov 2021 | 8:58 PM IST

Why India needs to adopt crypto

A progressive regulatory framework will create a prosperous crypto ecosystem and expand financial inclusion in the country in a secure, simple, and transparent manner

Why India needs to adopt crypto
Updated On : 21 Nov 2021 | 10:20 PM IST

Barcelona, Manchester City drop club crypto sponsors amid concerns

Barcelona canceled a deal with Ownix after a businessman linked to the company was arrested for fraud related to cryptocurrency

Barcelona, Manchester City drop club crypto sponsors amid concerns
Updated On : 20 Nov 2021 | 2:39 PM IST

Have not invested a single rupee in cryptocurrencies, says Anand Mahindra

The billionaire shared some screen grabs which claimed that he has made tons of money using a cryptocurrency investment platform

Have not invested a single rupee in cryptocurrencies, says Anand Mahindra
Updated On : 20 Nov 2021 | 12:30 PM IST

Centre mulls tweaking law in Budget to tax cryptocurrency gains

People are already paying capital gains on income from cryptocurrencies, and the GST law provides for taxing such transactions as 'services', Revenue Secretary Tarun Bajaj told PTI

Centre mulls tweaking law in Budget to tax cryptocurrency gains
Updated On : 20 Nov 2021 | 1:06 AM IST

For CoinSwitch Kuber's Ashish Singhal, simplicity is the mantra for success

Singhal, whose company became a unicorn last month, is determined to reach out to sceptics who have FUD - crypto slag for fear, uncertainty and doubt, writes Ritwik Sharma

For CoinSwitch Kuber's Ashish Singhal, simplicity is the mantra for success
Updated On : 19 Nov 2021 | 10:44 PM IST

Bitcoin's recent drop shows acute volatility remains a hallmark

Some analysts say a sharp pullback is normal after prices skyrocketed 40% in October

Bitcoin's recent drop shows acute volatility remains a hallmark
Updated On : 19 Nov 2021 | 8:38 PM IST

Top headlines: Farmers hail repeal of farm laws; govt may tax crypto gains

Business Standard brings you the top stories on Friday

Top headlines: Farmers hail repeal of farm laws; govt may tax crypto gains
Updated On : 19 Nov 2021 | 6:21 PM IST

Govt to change laws in Budget to tax cryptocurrency gains: FinMin official

There have been a rising number of ads, featuring even film stars, promising easy and high returns on investments in cryptocurrencies in recent times

Govt to change laws in Budget to tax cryptocurrency gains: FinMin official
Updated On : 19 Nov 2021 | 3:23 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi urges nations to ensure crypto doesn't spoil youth

Modi also said the democracies must invest together in the research and development of future technology

PM Narendra Modi urges nations to ensure crypto doesn't spoil youth
Updated On : 19 Nov 2021 | 12:39 AM IST

India may create obstacles to crypto trading and holding: Report

MUMBAI/NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India plans to tighten regulation of cryptocurrencies to deter investors from holding them though the government is unlikely to follow through with an earlier plan to ban private digital coins, according to two sources familiar with the discussions.

India may create obstacles to crypto trading and holding: Report
Updated On : 18 Nov 2021 | 10:30 PM IST

BJP drags Cong leader Siddaramaiah's late son into alleged bitcoin scam

Senior Congress leader Siddaramaiah hit back at the ruling party accusing it of trying to hide its "corruption" and attempting to get personal to pursue "dirty agenda" in politics.

BJP drags Cong leader Siddaramaiah's late son into alleged bitcoin scam
Updated On : 18 Nov 2021 | 10:15 PM IST

Defy raises $5.5 million to build India's first social crypto exchange

Defy, founded by entrepreneurs Bhagaban Behera, Sriharsha Setty and Nakul Kelkar, has received Seed funding worth $5.5 million

Defy raises $5.5 million to build India's first social crypto exchange
Updated On : 18 Nov 2021 | 12:52 PM IST
Updated On : 17 Nov 2021 | 10:11 PM IST

Cryptocurrency: Bitcoin, ether nurse losses, lurk near critical levels

Bitcoin last traded around $59,000, down 1% on the day, and off about 12% from the record high of $69,000 set on Nov. 10, while ether was at $4,163, more than 14% lower than its peak $4,868

Cryptocurrency: Bitcoin, ether nurse losses, lurk near critical levels
Updated On : 17 Nov 2021 | 3:43 PM IST

India could bar transactions in crypto, permit holding as assets: Report

India is likely to bar the use of cryptocurrencies for transactions or making payments, but allow them to be held as assets like gold, shares or bonds

India could bar transactions in crypto, permit holding as assets: Report
Updated On : 17 Nov 2021 | 1:59 PM IST

Top headlines: RBI reviews banks' strategies, Akasa orders 72 Boeing jet

The government is looking at classifying cryptocurrency exchanges as e-commerce platforms. More on that in Business Standard brings the top headlines at this hour.

Top headlines: RBI reviews banks' strategies, Akasa orders 72 Boeing jet
Updated On : 17 Nov 2021 | 7:16 AM IST

Cryptocurrency exchanges may be classified as e-commerce platforms

Crypto exchanges proposed to be classified into 3 categories; may have to register under GST

Cryptocurrency exchanges may be classified as e-commerce platforms
Updated On : 17 Nov 2021 | 6:03 AM IST

Good crypto and bad: Defining, regulating and taxing this world

There are over 7,000 recognised cryptocurrencies in existence as of November 2021

Good crypto and bad: Defining, regulating and taxing this world
Updated On : 17 Nov 2021 | 6:10 AM IST