Latam Insights Encore: Bukele Might Orange-Pill Milei on Bitcoin

Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from last week. In this edition, we examine President Nayib Bukele’s official visit to Argentina, and how this might translate to bitcoin being more prominently incorporated in President Milei’s economic plans. Latam Insight Encore: Bukele Might Be Advising … Read more

India Maintains Crypto Tax Regulations in 2024/25 Budget

Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s 2024-25 Union Budget keeps the existing cryptocurrency tax regulations unchanged, disappointing local crypto advocates. They argue that reducing the 1% tax deducted at source (TDS) is essential for reviving the struggling crypto industry in India. Industry leaders emphasize the need for ongoing dialogue with regulators to foster a supportive environment … Read more

Kamala Harris Urged to Embrace Digital Assets

The Digital Chamber, a crypto advocacy group, has called on U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris to support the digital asset industry with three requests. The group urged her to promote pro-digital asset language in the Democratic Party’s platform, choose a vice-presidential candidate with expertise in digital asset policy, and engage with industry leaders. Digital Chamber … Read more

Billionaire Mark Cuban Connects Silicon Valley’s Trump Support to Bitcoin

On Wednesday, billionaire investor Mark Cuban shared on X about Silicon Valley’s growing backing for former President Trump, labeling it a “bitcoin play.” He argued that reduced tax rates and tariffs are likely to boost bitcoin prices. Mark Cuban Calls Silicon Valley’s Support for Trump a ‘Bitcoin Play’ Mark Cuban took to X to address … Read more

US Senator Discusses Crypto Policies Under Potential Second Trump Administration

U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty discusses key issues including cryptocurrency’s future under a potential second Trump administration, highlighting former President Donald Trump’s pro-crypto stance and criticism of Democratic policies. Hagerty advocates for a supportive ecosystem to foster innovation and decentralized control of digital assets, contrasting with what he describes as the Democrats’ overly centralized approach. ‘We … Read more

Crypto Industry Future: Insights From Marathon Digital’s CEO on Trump and Biden

Marathon Digital’s CEO has shared his insights on the future of the crypto industry and the potential impact of the upcoming presidential election. The executive observed that the Biden administration has historically been hostile to bitcoin and crypto through its various agencies. However, he noted a recent shift in its stance, likely due to the … Read more

Indian Government Consulting With Central Bank RBI on Crypto — ‘There Is Complete Harmony’

The Indian government is consulting with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on crypto policies. According to the finance minister, the government and the central bank are in “complete harmony” on crypto and other issues. Indian Government and Central Bank Discussing Crypto Policies Internally Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revealed Monday that the government is … Read more