News with the tag "Cryptocurrencies"

Former Congressman Patrick McHenry stated that Gary Gensler , who led the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), may have held a more balanced view on cryptocurrency in private than he did in his public role.

Missouri is poised to make history as the first US state to exempt capital gains from its income tax, a move that could significantly benefit investors in the cryptocurrency space. The recently approved legislation aims to eliminate the capital gains tax for individuals this year, with potential fut...

In a recent roundtable hosted by the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Crypto Task Force, industry leaders gathered to discuss the crypto custody for broker-dealers and investment advisers. Ryan Louvar, Chief Legal Officer and Head of Business and Legal Affairs for Digital Assets at Wisd...

Buying cryptocurrency for the first time can seem daunting, but numerous platforms and methods have emerged to simplify the process, especially for users in India. Whether you’re looking to invest in Bitcoin, Ethereum, or explore other digital assets, understanding the easiest and most secure ways t...

Economist and Bitcoin author Saifedean Ammous believes that even if Michael Saylor’s company Strategy ended up owning nearly half of all Bitcoin BTC, it would not cause any serious problems for the network or its value.

The amount of Bitcoin BTC held on cryptocurrency exchanges has dropped to the lowest level in over six years .

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced significant updates to its statistical standards, now including cryptocurrencies within the balance of payments framework. This move marks a crucial step in acknowledging the growing role of digital assets in the global economy. Recognizing the Gro...

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has clarified its stance on proof-of-work (PoW) mining, ruling that Bitcoin (BTC) mining activities do not fall under the definition of securities trading as per US law. This long-awaited statement provides essential clarity for crypto miners and the b...

President Donald Trump recently addressed the Blockworks Digital Asset Summit in New York City, outlining his ambitious aspirations to establish the United States as an important force in the cryptocurrency sector , with Bitcoin (BTC) at the forefront. Trump’s Vision For Maximizing Federal Holdings ...

In a significant development for the crypto market in the United States, acting Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Mark Uyeda announced plans to revise a controversial proposal requiring digital asset exchanges to register under alternative trading system (ATS) rules. Uyeda Critiques Reg...