In recent times, the Indian government has intensified its scrutiny of the cryptocurrency trading landscape, particularly focusing on the compliance of major exchanges with the Goods and Services Tax (GST). As India propels itself into the digital currency sphere, the challenge of regulating this burgeoning industry becomes increasingly apparent. The recent allegations of tax evasion
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In the world of decentralized finance (DeFi), the term “sandwich attack” has emerged as a significant concern for traders and investors alike. This type of front-running exploit allows malicious actors to manipulate transactions, leading to substantial gains at the expense of unsuspecting traders. A sandwich attack occurs when an adversary identifies a pending order on
In a remarkable turn of events for the cryptocurrency market, Ethereum (ETH) has recently crossed the significant threshold of $4,000. This milestone marks the highest price it has reached in over ten months, showcasing an astonishing 40% surge within just a week. This impressive rise does not exist in a vacuum; it is part of
In recent years, stablecoins have emerged as prominent participants in the financial ecosystem, often marketed as secure digital alternatives to traditional currencies. However, the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) has sounded the alarm regarding the potential threats these assets pose to financial stability. According to its 2024 annual report, FSOC’s primary concerns center around insufficient
The arrival of US Spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) has marked a watershed moment for both Bitcoin and the larger cryptocurrency landscape. Since their inception in January 2024, these ETFs have experienced explosive growth, fundamentally altering the dynamics of digital asset investment. With their rise, they’ve set new records in traditional financial markets and have
In a recent move that reflects the tightening grip of regulatory frameworks on the cryptocurrency industry, Pump.Fun has announced it will restrict access to users in the UK. This decision follows a significant warning from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) on December 3. The FCA’s alert highlighted concerns that Pump.Fun might be offering financial
The ongoing legal battle between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and cryptocurrency exchange Binance, alongside its U.S. affiliate Binance.US and former CEO Changpeng Zhao, has stirred significant conversation in the world of digital finance. The SEC’s lawsuit, initially filed earlier this year, alleges that the platforms operated an unregistered securities exchange in violation
The recent news surrounding the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) indicates a pivotal moment for both the Solana (SOL) ecosystem and the broader cryptocurrency market. Reports from Bloomberg suggest that the SEC plans to reject two recent applications for Solana-based spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Eric Balchunas, a senior analyst at Bloomberg ETF, characterized these
In a move that underscores its methodical approach to cryptocurrency regulation, South Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) recently refuted claims about the imminent establishment of a framework for real-name crypto accounts for corporations, including both public institutions and nonprofit organizations. This statement emerged after local media speculated that such a roadmap would be unveiled by
In the rapidly evolving world of digital assets, compliance with regulatory frameworks is becoming increasingly crucial. A major player in this space, Coinbase, has spearheaded the initiative known as the Travel Rule Universal Solution Technology, or TRUST. On December 5, TRUST officially introduced TRUSThub, a sophisticated platform designed to facilitate efficient data sharing among Virtual