BlackRock Eyes Tokenized ETFs and Real-World Assets on Blockchain
BlackRock explores tokenizing ETFs and real-world assets, aiming for 24/7 trading and blockchain settlement as it expands its digital finance push.
South Korea Lifts Venture Ban on Crypto Firms After Seven Years
South Korea overturns a 2018 ban, granting crypto companies venture status and access to tax incentives, funding, and broader innovation pathways.
Japan Plans Major Crypto Tax Overhaul, Cutting Rate to 20%
From punitive 55% taxes to a flat 20%, Japan’s upcoming crypto reforms aim to boost Web3 innovation and strengthen its role as a digital finance hub.
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Hong Kong’s HKMA Mulls Softer Capital Rules for Crypto Banks
Hong Kong proposes easing capital requirements for banks holding digital assets, reinforcing its ambition to become a global crypto hub.
BlackRock Eyes Tokenized ETFs and Real-World Assets on Blockchain
BlackRock explores tokenizing ETFs and real-world assets, aiming for 24/7 trading and blockchain settlement as it expands its digital finance push.
South Korea Lifts Venture Ban on Crypto Firms After Seven Years
South Korea overturns a 2018 ban, granting crypto companies venture status and access to tax incentives, funding, and broader innovation pathways.
Japan Plans Major Crypto Tax Overhaul, Cutting Rate to 20%
From punitive 55% taxes to a flat 20%, Japan’s upcoming crypto reforms aim to boost Web3 innovation and strengthen its role as a digital finance hub.
Kyrgyzstan Passes New Crypto Law, Plans State Reserve and Mining
Kyrgyzstan approves sweeping digital asset legislation, introducing a crypto reserve, state mining projects, and stricter licensing requirements.
India Rejects Clear Crypto Rules, Fears Legitimizing the Sector
India abandons plans for a crypto law, warning regulation could legitimize digital assets and threaten financial stability, opting instead for delay.
Belarus President Pushes Banks to Expand Crypto Use Amid Sanctions
President Alexander Lukashenko urges banks to boost crypto adoption, with exchanges on track to hit $3 billion in payments despite heavy sanctions.
US Senate Democrats Release Competing Crypto Framework
A group of Democratic senators unveils its own crypto market structure plan, pushing for bipartisan legislation despite Republican momentum.
Vietnam Rolls Out 5-Year Crypto Pilot With Strict Rules
Vietnam launches a five-year crypto pilot program banning fiat-backed tokens, enforcing strict capital rules, and requiring all trades in dong.
Kazakhstan President Demands Creation of National Crypto Reserve
President Tokayev orders the formation of a state crypto reserve and a full digital asset ecosystem, signaling a major shift in Kazakhstan’s strategy.
Putin Advisor Claims US Using Crypto and Gold to Tackle Debt
A top Kremlin advisor alleges the U.S. is manipulating crypto and gold markets to ease its $35 trillion debt burden at the world’s expense.
Kazakhstan Tests First Crypto Cards with Mastercard
Kazakhstan pilots crypto-linked bank cards with Mastercard, enabling stablecoin-to-fiat payments and bridging digital assets with everyday finance.
