Regulatory Loophole Helps Startups in India Accept Bitcoin Without Breaking the Law

Some businesses in India believe that they have found a loophole in the finance minister’s speech that sought to clamp down on the use of cryptocurrencies. While this loophole may allow startups to accept bitcoin without breaking the law, experts question its viability. Also read: Japan’s DMM Bitcoin Exchange Opens for Business With 7 Cryptocurrencies The … Read more

More Infrastructure Support Joins the Bitcoin Cash Ecosystem

This week the Bitcoin Cash network has gained more infrastructure and support from a variety of crypto-based businesses. Additionally, the digital asset has seen increased trade volume, and its price has been holding steady after the big dip that affected the entire cryptocurrency market ecosystem. Also Read: Las Vegas Strippers Accept Bitcoin via QR Tattoos Bitcoin … Read more

Indian Crypto Traders Getting Notices From Tax Authority Due to Unreported Investments

The Indian tax authority has sent notices to cryptocurrency investors after discovering that some crypto investments are not reflected on tax returns. The government conducted a survey of crypto trading at the country’s 9 exchanges and found that more than $3.5 billion worth of transactions were traded over a 17-month period. Also read: Despite Multiple Government … Read more

Indians Confused Over Crypto Taxation – Exchanges Ask Government to Clarify

The Indian government has been cracking down on cryptocurrency-related tax evasion. While the tax authority has notified crypto exchanges and wealthy traders that they must pay taxes, no clear guidelines have been provided. Indians are confused about how cryptocurrencies are taxed and seven bitcoin exchanges are asking the regulators for clarification. Also read: Russian Regulators Draft … Read more

Despite Multiple Government Warnings, Indians Flock to Crypto Exchanges

The Indian government has been actively issuing warnings regarding the risks of investing in cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin. However, Indians are not deterred, crowding to register at crypto exchanges in the country. Also read: Russian Cryptocurrency Bill Is Ready – Regulators Share Details Indian Government Actively Issuing Warnings The Indian government has repeatedly warned about bitcoin … Read more

While Bitcoin Trades Above $19K In India — Tax Officials Are Snooping for Gains

Bitcoin is booming in India, and the top trading platforms in the country Zebpay, Coinsecure, Unocoin, and Bitxoxo have seen unprecedented trade volumes and exchange sign-ups. However, in the midst of the bitcoin fever taking place in the region, the country’s Income Tax Department of India (ITDI) has been investigating exchanges and are researching the … Read more