Germany Plans 25% Tax on Crypto Gains From 2027
Germany is considering a flat 25% tax on future crypto gains from 2027, ending the one-year tax exemption for digital assets purchased under the new rules.
Hackers Breach Trezor Email Provider in Phishing Attack
Trezor warned users after hackers breached its third-party email provider and distributed phishing messages disguised as critical hardware security alerts.
Bitcoin Adoption Surges Across The MENA Region
Crypto transaction volume across MENA has surged to an estimated $350 billion as Bitcoin and stablecoins gain ground amid regulation and economic instability.
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Bank of Korea Expands CBDC Pilot Ahead of September Launch
South Korea is preparing the next phase of its CBDC project, expanding participation to nine banks while introducing larger wallet limits and new real-world payment features.
European Central Bank Selects 36 Firms for Digital Euro Payments Pilot
The ECB has selected 36 banks and fintech firms to participate in a 2027 digital euro pilot as preparations for a CBDC continue.
Russia Set for 'Widespread Use' of Digital Ruble by September
Russia says its long-awaited digital ruble is ready for nationwide adoption. Major banks and retailers are expected to begin accepting the central bank digital currency (CBDC) from September 1, marking a major milestone in the country's digital payments s
US Congress Sends Anti-CBDC Housing Bill to President Trump for Final...
The U.S. Congress has officially sent the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to President Donald Trump, with the legislation containing a major provision that would block the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC) through the en
South Carolina Signs Pro-Crypto & Anti-CBDC Bill Into Law
South Carolina has officially enacted a sweeping crypto-friendly law that protects self-custody rights, supports Bitcoin mining, and blocks the use of a U.S. central bank digital currency at the state level.
US Senate Moves to Block CBDC With Ban in Major Housing Bill
The U.S. Senate has approved a bipartisan amendment that temporarily blocks the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency.
Norway’s Central Bank Hits Pause on CBDC plan
Norway’s central bank says the payment system already works just fine - so a CBDC can wait.
Pakistan Reaffirms Push for Crypto Regulation
Pakistan doubles down on crypto regulation, meeting Binance leadership as it moves toward a structured, transparent digital-asset framework.
Israel Tightens Stablecoin Control
Israel moves to crack down on private stablecoin issuers as it prepares to roll out the digital shekel in 2026.
Russia Begins Accepting Digital Ruble for Federal Budget Payments
Russia sets a firm 2026 start date for digital ruble budget payments, marking its biggest state-level CBDC shift yet.
India Doubles Down on Digital Rupee Push as It Tightens Crypto Rules
India is betting big on its RBI-backed digital rupee while keeping private cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin at arm’s length — “We only tax it,” says Minister Piyush Goyal.
European Central Bank Moves Forward With Digital Euro, Picks Tech...
The European Central Bank takes a decisive step in shaping the digital euro, naming seven providers to develop its core components ahead of a potential 2029 launch.
