Legislation

CoinFlash

Russia’s Crypto Tax Bill Passes First Reading at State Duma

The bill proposes to recognise cryptocurrency as property for purposes of taxation.

Policy & regulation  ·  17 February 2021
CoinFlash

Russia’s Lower House to Consider Bill on Crypto Taxation This Week

If passed the bill would amend tax laws to recognize digital currencies as a form of property.

Policy & regulation  ·  16 February 2021
India

India Grants Crypto Holders Reprieve Ahead of Likely Ban: Report

The window of opportunity for investors to cash out to fiat is expected to be between three and six months.

News  ·  12 February 2021
Smart Contracts

Iowa Introduces Bill to Level Playing Field for Blockchain and Smart Contracts

The bill was introduced to bring blockchain tech on par with traditional contracts and recordkeeping.

Policy & regulation  ·  11 February 2021
Jobs

Rhode Island Lawmakers Hope to Boost State Economy With Blockchain-Friendly Legislation

A newly introduced blockchain bill aims to provide a "welcoming" environment for fintech companies in a bid to stimulate growth and jobs.

Policy & regulation  ·  10 February 2021
Regulation

India’s Proposed Crypto Ban Has Investors Nervous, May Feed Anti-Bitcoin Narrative

The move is bound to make potential and current crypto investors outside the country uneasy as well.

News  ·  30 January 2021
CoinFlash

Nebraska Lawmaker Introduces Bills That Would Permit Banks to Custody Crypto

Sen. Mike Flood wants to make Nebraska a financial technology hub and create jobs.

Policy & regulation  ·  21 January 2021
Stablecoins

Women in Tech Say Proposed STABLE Act Harms Those It Claims to Protect

Women of color from the cryptocurrency industry are concerned the STABLE Act would make wealth disparities in the U.S. much worse.

Policy & regulation  ·  11 December 2020
CoinFlash

Iran Amends Law to Allow Imports to Be Funded With Cryptocurrency

Strapped for international currencies, Iran is turning to cryptocurrency to allow imports to continue flowing.

Policy & regulation  ·  29 October 2020
CoinFlash

Spain Working on Bill to Force Crypto Holders to Disclose Assets, Gains

The planned bill comes as part of broader legislation aimed at cracking down on tax fraud, a government spokesperson said.

Policy & regulation  ·  13 October 2020
CoinFlash

Blockchain Proposals Move to US House in Consumer Tech Bill

The Consumer Safety Technology Act will now be debated in the House of Representatives.

Policy & regulation  ·  10 September 2020
Privacy

Cryptocurrencies Have ‘No Way’ to Comply With US Anti-Encryption Bills

U.S. Senate bills meant to crack down on encryption could have negative effects for privacy-oriented tech, including cryptocurrencies, entrepreneurs and critics say.

Policy & regulation  ·  14 July 2020
Regulation

Russia Considering Draconian Rules for Illegal Crypto Operations

Harsh new rules for using and issuing digital assets without a license might soon become law in Russia.

Policy & regulation  ·  21 May 2020
Congress

US Lawmaker Proposes Legislative Groundwork for National Blockchain Strategy

A new bill in Congress asks the U.S. Federal Trade Commission to consider a national blockchain strategy.

News  ·  20 May 2020
Russia

Bank of Russia Says New Digital Assets Bill Will Outlaw Crypto Trading, Issuance

The central bank is in favor of digital securities, but maintains cryptocurrencies shouldn't be allowed in Russia.

Policy & regulation  ·  16 March 2020