Cryptocurrency India Weekly

No Legal Challenge Against RBI for now even as the Central Bank Continues Outlash Against Crypto May 28, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India’s crypto policy body does not plan legal challenge against RBI: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/05/26/after-armstrong-tweet-indias-crypto-policy-body-says-no-contempt-of-court-challenge-vs-rbi/ ;
New Finder’s report ranks India at number 1 for crypto adoption: https://www.outlookindia.com/business/india-tops-list-of-27-nations-surveyed-for-crypto-ownership-says-report-news-198943 ;
RBI governor once again lashes out against crypto: https://www.news18.com/news/business/cryptocurrency/cryptocurrency-has-no-underlying-value-our-stance-clear-says-rbi-guv-know-more-5228755.html ;
RBI proposes a graded approach for its CBDC: https://inc42.com/buzz/rbi-proposes-adopting-a-graded-approach-in-introducing-cbdc/ ;
Cryptocurrencies a key focus at the World Economic Forum in Davos: https://www.ndtv.com/business/get-your-crypto-house-in-order-world-economic-forums-old-guard-tells-davos-debutantes-3014151 ;
Binance APAC head calls for a better regulatory framework: https://inc42.com/buzz/binances-apac-head-calls-for-clear-regulatory-framework-in-india-to-attract-crypto-investments/ ;
"Will Walk Cautiously Until Indian Govt Comes To Its Senses": Tim Draper On Investment Plans In Crypto Space: https://inc42.com/features/will-walk-cautiously-until-indian-govt-comes-to-its-senses-tim-draper-on-investment-plans-in-crypto-space/ ;
CoinTracker enters India to help with tax compliance: https://inc42.com/buzz/crypto-platform-cointracker-enters-indian-market-to-help-with-tax-compliance/ ;
Blockchain startup STAN raises $2.5 million: https://www.ndtv.com/business/blockchain-based-startup-stan-raises-2-5-million-3007214 ;
Gather Network to launch its first commercial establishment in India: https://www.financialexpress.com/digital-currency/blockchain-based-gather-network-to-launch-its-first-commercial-establishment-in-india/2538326 ;
CoinDCX launches ‘Earn’ feature that pays interest on crypto assets: https://www.livemint.com/companies/start-ups/coindcx-launches-earn-feature-that-pays-interest-on-crypto-assets-11653543660260.html ;
Major Indian exchanges announce support for the Terra Network Airdrop and Migration plan;
WazirX listed the Manchester City Fan Token (CITY) in its USDT market;
Bitbns launches a crypto basics course on Unacademy;

International Crypto Platforms May Be Brought Under GST Ambit + RBI Warns that Crypto Could Lead to Dollarisation of Indian Economy May 22, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week;
International crypto platforms may also be brought under GST ambit: https://www.fortuneindia.com/macro/govt-to-bring-foreign-crypto-platforms-under-gst/108274 ;
RBI launches new offensive against crypto saying it could lead to dollarisation of Indian economy: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/cryptocurrency/blockchain/rbi-warns-crypto-can-lead-to-dollarisation-of-economy/articleshow/91672891.cms ;
SEBI suggests celebrities should not endorse crypto: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/money-and-banking/cryptocurrency/sebi-calls-for-no-celebrity-endorsement-of-cryptos/article65416520.ece ;
Indian exchanges face valuation reality check amidst adverse markets: https://www.timesnownews.com/cryptonow/indian-crypto-exchanges-face-valuation-reality-check-amid-tougher-market-conditions-article-91683502 ;
BitMEX enters the Indian market: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/cryptocurrency-exchange-bitmex-launches-spot-trading-in-india/articleshow/91601317.cms ;
Poloniex looking to expand in India: https://blockmanity.com/press-release-2/poloniex-looking-to-expand-in-india-collaborates-with-polygon-to-foster-web3-adoption/ ;
Binance seeking an ideal point for India launch: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/05/18/binance-seeking-ideal-point-for-india-launch/ ;
TCS engages Tata group companies to deploy metaverse solutions: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/information-tech/tcs-engages-tata-group-companies-to-deploy-metaverse-solutions/articleshow/91580320.cms ;
Eros Investments partners with Dubai’s crypto regulator: https://www.ndtv.com/business/indias-lulla-family-run-eros-investments-partners-with-dubais-crypto-regulator-2977159 ;
Comic Con India enters the metaverse: https://www.financialexpress.com/digital-currency/now-comic-con-india-enters-the-metaverse/2530123/ ;
WazirX releases the second edition of ‘Transparency Report’: https://wazirx.com/blog/over-95-of-crypto-associated-frauds-are-based-outside-the-blockchain-ecosystem-2nd-edition-of-wazirx-transparency-report/ ;
CoinDCX has listed Klaytn (KLAY) on its platform.

GST on Crypto - Does the Indian Government Want to Kill the Golden Goose? May 15, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Cryptocurrencies likely to attract 28% GST: https://www.cnbctv18.com/cryptocurrency/cryptocurrencies-may-soon-attract-28-gst-like-betting-and-casinos-in-india-13418192.htm ;
Critics call govt’s move to levy 28% GST on crypto ‘demonic: https://inc42.com/buzz/critics-call-govts-move-to-levy-28-gst-on-crypto-demonic/ ;
Trading volumes on Indian exchanges rise amidst crashing crypto prices: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/volumes-on-indian-crypto-exchanges-jump-as-bitcoin-crashes/articleshow/91493699.cms ;
Crypto rout sends portfolios of most new investors in red: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/trading-volumes-jump-in-india-as-bitcoin-crashes-to-30000/articleshow/91476472.cms ;
Indian exchanges and investors in a tizzy after LUNA’s dramatic collapse: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/indian-exchanges-delist-luna-after-100-crash-in-token/articleshow/91540765.cms ;
Crypto exchanges want clarity on TDS liability if they move operations outside India: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/cryptocurrency-exchanges-want-clarity-on-tds-liability-if-they-move-operations-overseas/articleshow/91523701.cms ;
Coinbase CEO says firm halted services due to informal RBI pressure: https://www.cnbctv18.com/cryptocurrency/coinbase-ceo-says-exited-india-crypto-market-in-three-days-due-to-informal-pressure-from-rbi-but-will-return-13446072.htm ;
Sonam Kapoor invests in a metaverse gaming platform: https://inc42.com/buzz/sonam-kapoor-invests-in-gaming-startup-irreverent-labs-metaverse-platform-mechafightclub/ ;
CoinDCX has launched its venture investment arm CoinDCX Ventures: https://inc42.com/buzz/crypto-unicorn-coindcx-launches-investment-arm-to-deploy-inr-100-cr-in-web3-ecosystem/ ;
CoinSwitch Kuber lists Ethereum Name Service (ENS) and Chiliz (CHZ);
WazirX lists League of Kingdoms (LOKA), BarnBridge (BOND) and Measurable Data Token (MDT) in its USDT market.

Finance Ministry Meets Crypto Industry+DeFi Comes Under the Tax Department's Scrutiny May 08, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Finance Ministry meets crypto industry: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/05/05/indias-parliamentary-finance-body-chides-crypto-industry-in-meeting-sources/ ;
DeFi comes under tax department’s scrutiny: https://inc42.com/buzz/amid-ongoing-uncertainty-in-crypto-industry-defi-comes-under-tax-departments-scrutiny/ ;
Reward points and e-vouchers not in crypto tax ambit: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/finance/reward-points-e-vouchers-out-of-crypto-tax-ambit/articleshow/91299526.cms ;
India brings new cyber security rules for crypto businesses: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/05/02/india-includes-crypto-businesses-in-new-rules-for-cyber-security/ ;
NSDL launches blockchain-based platform for security and covenant monitoring: https://inc42.com/buzz/nsdl-launches-blockchain-based-platform-for-security-and-covenant-monitoring/ ;
Pantera Capital to increase focus on India: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/pantera-capital-to-increase-india-focus-as-it-closes-crypto-blockchain-funds/articleshow/91342252.cms ;
Zebpay lists Paris Saint-German (PSG), Juventus (JUV), Manchester City (CITY), FC Barcelona (BAR) and Alpine F1 team (ALPINE) fan tokens;
CoinDCX lists Storj (STORJ), STEPN (GMT) and LCX;
WazirX lists Biswap (BSW), Linear Finance (LINA) and REI Network (REI) in its USDT market;
CoinSwitch Kuber lists Origin Protocol (OGN)

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Says India Will Not Rush Into Crypto Regulations May 01, 2022

Here are the top crypto news headlines from India this week:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says crypto regulation will not be rushed: https://news.bitcoin.com/indias-decision-on-crypto-regulation-will-not-be-rushed-says-finance-minister/ ;
Banks ask NPCI to provide clarity on usage of UPI by crypto exchanges: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/top-banks-ask-npci-to-clarify-its-stance-on-upi-for-crypto/articleshow/91056087.cms ;
Payments Council Of India says payment gateways avoiding crypto exchanges due to RBI’s reservations: https://inc42.com/buzz/payment-gateways-avoiding-crypto-exchanges-due-to-rbis-reservations-payments-council-of-india/ ;
Flipkart targets Web3 opportunities through new Flipkart Labs division: https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/flipkart-to-test-web-3-0-metaverse-expansion-11651153527184.html ;
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong questions India’s ‘shadow ban’ on crypto: https://inc42.com/buzz/coinbase-ceo-raises-questions-indias-shadow-ban-on-crypto-trading/ ;
Amesten Capital raises $9 million to focus on DeFi: https://inc42.com/buzz/web3-crypto-focused-investor-amesten-capital-bags-9-mn-to-focus-on-defi-finance-gaming-space/ ;
Mumbai-based Revise Network raises $3.5 million: https://inc42.com/buzz/revise-network-raises-3-5-mn-to-help-nfts-interact-with-apps-and-data/ ;
Unicas expands physical presence in India: https://inc42.com/buzz/crypto-banking-platform-unicas-physical-presence-india/ ;
Newrl launches new solution to help startups tokenise their ESOPs: https://inc42.com/buzz/how-blockchain-startup-newrl-aims-to-help-startups-tokenise-their-esops/ ;
WazirX lists BinaryX (BNS), ForTube Token (FOR) and Green Metaverse Token (GMT) in its USDT market;
CoinDCX lists JasmyCoin (JASMY), MahaDAO (MAHA), and Audius (AUDIO);

Let's Admit It - The Indian Government Doesn't See Crypto Positively Apr 24, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Crypto exchanges resort to P2P after a 60% drop in trading volumes: https://inc42.com/buzz/after-nearly-60-drop-in-crypto-trading-volumes-indian-crypto-exchanges-resort-to-p2p-method/ ;
Indians’ interest in cryptocurrency is declining since Budget 2022, Google data suggests: https://www.financialexpress.com/digital-currency/crypto-tax-impact-indians-interest-in-cryptocurrency-decline-since-budget-2022/2500536/ ;
Freeze on crypto payments like a shadow ban on the industry: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/is-the-freeze-on-crypto-payments-in-india-a-shadow-ban/articleshow/90978354.cms ;
IMF Official says crypto regulation is high on the agenda for India: https://news.bitcoin.com/imf-official-regulating-crypto-assets-is-high-on-the-agenda-for-india/ ;
Sitharaman pitches for global framework to prevent cryptocurrencies from being used for money laundering: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/fm-sitharaman-pitches-global-framework-to-regulate-crypto-currencies/articleshow/90927206.cms ;
Stripe partners with Polygon to enable crypto payouts: https://inc42.com/buzz/stripe-indias-polygon-enable-crypto-payouts-starting-twitter/ ;
Polygon’s Sandeep Nailwal calls for a single crypto regulator in India: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/04/22/india-needs-a-single-crypto-regulator-says-polygon-co-founder/ ;
RBI rejects MobiKwik’s payment aggregator licence: https://www.businesstoday.in/industry/banks/story/exclusive-rbi-rejects-mobikwiks-payment-aggregator-licence-support-to-crypto-exchanges-likely-reason-330702-2022-04-21 ;
Cricket NFT platform Rario raises $120 million: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/cricket-nfts-platform-rario-raises-120-million-led-by-dream-capital/articleshow/90963022.cms ;
IIT Delhi partners with Binance to issue NFT tickets: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/iit-delhi-partners-binance-to-issue-nft-tickets-for-college-fest-11650538191826.html ;
CoinDCX tops $2 billion valuation in new $135 million funding: https://techcrunch.com/2022/04/18/indian-crypto-exchange-coindcx-tops-2-1-billion-valuation-in-new-135-million-funding/ ;
WazirX lists PlayDapp (PLA), Highstreet (HIGH), Alchemix (ALCX) and Render Token (RNDR) in its USDT market and Nebulas (NAS) in its INR market;
Zebpay lists Stepn’s GMT token in its INR and USDT market;
Bitbns lists Trace Network’s TRACE token in its INR market;

India - No Country for Crypto? Apr 19, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Crypto trading volumes in India take a hit as new tax regime kicks in: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2022/04/11/crypto-trading-volumes-in-india-collapse-10-days-after-new-taxes-crebaco/ ;
Crypto Exchange Trading Volume Plummets As India’s New Tax Rules Come Into Force: https://inc42.com/features/crypto-exchange-trading-volume-plummets-as-indias-new-tax-rules-come-into-force/ ;
Indian exchanges face liquidity crunch: https://coincrunch.in/2022/04/07/indian-crypto-exchanges-see-sharp-drop-in-liquidity/ ;
Crypto investors struggle with INR deposits as many banks and payment gateways stop support: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2022/04/14/some-indian-payment-processors-cut-off-local-crypto-exchanges/ ;
India leads in the total number of first-time crypto investors in the last three months: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/india-leads-in-the-total-number-of-first-time-crypto-investors-in-the-last-three-months-according-to-a-new-report/articleshow/90663575.cms ;
Telangana government steps into the metaverse: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/telangana-government-turns-to-metaverse-to-launch-states-spacetech-framework/articleshow/90271456.cms ;
Polygon partners with AlmaBetter for Web3 education: https://www.financialexpress.com/education-2/polygon-and-almabetter-join-hands-to-impart-blockchain-and-web3-education/2491758/ ;
Ethereum Push Notification Service (EPNS) raises $10.1 million in Series A: https://inc42.com/buzz/web3-startup-epns-raises-10-mn-funding-from-jump-crypto-tiger-global-polygon-and-others/ ;
WazirX collaborates with Bhopal Cyber Cell for training: https://coincrunch.in/2022/04/06/wazirx-collaborates-with-bhopal-cyber-cell-as-gov-plans-training-for-agencies-in-cyber-forensics/ ;
WazirX joins hands with Atal Incubation Centre (AIC) and Buidlers Tribe to launch a blockchain accelerator programme in Goa: https://coincrunch.in/2022/04/04/wazirx-atal-incubation-centre-to-establish-blockchain-park-in-goa/?utm_campaign=Cryptocurrency%20India%20Weekly%20&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Revue%20newsletter ;
FTX sets its sights on India: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/led-by-coinbase-global-crypto-firms-set-to-launch-or-expand-in-india-in-2022/articleshow/90354857.cms?utm_campaign=Cryptocurrency%20India%20Weekly%20&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Revue%20newsletter ;
CoinDCX lists Mina Protocol (MINA), Superfarm (SUPER), COTI and Ariva (ARV);
Bitbns lists Alien Worlds (TLM);
CoinSwitch Kuber lists ApeCoin;

India to frame crypto law only after global consensus+India’s stiff crypto tax laws take effect Apr 03, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India to frame crypto law only after global consensus: https://www.bloombergquint.com/crypto/india-will-frame-cryptocurrency-law-only-after-global-consensus ;
India’s stiff crypto tax laws take effect: https://blockworks.co/indias-crypto-tax-takes-effect-with-industry-fearing-it-will-stifle-growth/ ;
Crypto Has Become Less Attractive Due to New Tax Provisions in India: https://coincrunch.in/2022/04/01/crypto-has-become-less-attractive-due-to-new-tax-provisions-in-india/ ;
Indian lawmakers continue to criticize cryptocurrencies: https://www.outlookindia.com/business/-we-want-to-discourage-people-from-investing-in-cryptocurrency-sushil-kumar-modi-news-189668 ;
Crypto transactions involving Indian and foreign exchanges may attract additional GST: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/crypto-transactions-involving-indian-foreign-exchanges-may-attract-gst/articleshow/90503898.cms ;
KGF film series to enter metaverse with 'KGFverse': https://www.businesstoday.in/crypto/story/yash-starrer-kgf-film-series-to-enter-metaverse-with-kgfverse-328024-2022-03-31 ;
Healthcare startup GOQii raises $10 million to launch its health metaverse: https://inc42.com/buzz/healthtech-startup-goqii-raises-10-mn-to-launch-its-health-metaverse/ ;
Maharashtra government to issue blockchain-based caste certificates: https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/crypto/how-maharashtra-is-using-polygon-blockchain-to-issue-verifiable-caste-certificates-7843949/ ;
One arrested in Rs 1,200 crore crypto fraud case: https://indianexpress.com/article/india/kerala/kerala-one-arrested-in-rs-1200-crore-crypto-fraud-case-7838897/ ;
ED Nabs Prime Accused In Connection With Morris Coin Crypto Scam Worth INR 1,200 Cr: https://inc42.com/buzz/ed-nabs-one-prime-accused-in-connection-with-morris-coin-crypto-scam-worth-inr-1200-cr/ ;
Police Trace 237 Bitcoins Siphoned by Ex IPS and Cyber Expert: https://coincrunch.in/2022/03/31/police-trace-237-bitcoins-siphoned-by-ex-ips-and-cyber-expert/ ;
CoinSwitch Kuber to invest in Indian Web3 start-ups: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/info-tech/coinswitch-kuber-to-invest-in-indian-web3-start-ups/article65281411.ece;
WazirX listTezs FLUX and Anchor Protocol (ANC) in its USDT market and Icon (ICX) and Kyber Network Crystal v2 (KNC) in its INR market;
CoinDCX lists Zilliqa (ZIL), Tezos (XTZ), XDC Network (XDC), DASH and Algorand (ALGO), Universal Market Access (UMA), Phoenix Global (PHB), QTUM and ZRX;

Government passes Finance Bill 2022 with controversial crypto tax provisions Mar 27, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Government passes Finance Bill 2022 with controversial crypto tax provisions: https://inc42.com/buzz/parliament-formalises-ban-on-offsetting-crypto-losses-via-amendments/ ;
New Indian Crypto Tax Law: https://coincrunch.in/2022/03/25/new-indian-crypto-tax-law/ ;
Indian crypto industry thinking about moving Supreme Court: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/03/22/indian-crypto-industry-mulls-supreme-court-move-as-tax-break-expectations-disappear/ ;
India to classify crypto under GST law soon: https://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/indian-govt-working-on-classification-of-cryptocurrency-under-gst-law-122032000357_1.html ;
GST to Be Paid for Trading on Non-Indian Crypto Exchanges: https://coincrunch.in/2022/02/04/gst-to-be-paid-for-trading-on-non-indian-crypto-exchanges/ ;
Crypto exchanges will not advertise during the IPL: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/top-cryptocurrency-exchanges-not-to-advertise-during-ipl/articleshow/90402672.cms ;
Amitabh Bachchan pays tax on NFT after notice: https://coincrunch.in/2022/03/23/amitabh-bachchan-pays-tax-on-nft-after-notice/ ;
Daler Mehndi buys virtual land in metaverse: https://inc42.com/buzz/indian-pop-singer-daler-mehndi-buys-metaverse-property-balle-balle-land/ ;
Auto giant Mahindra to launch NFTs: https://www.livemint.com/auto-news/mahindra-drives-into-nft-thar-suv-to-get-digitized-first-11648211864156.html ;
Coinbase Ventures launches Web3 start-up support programme in India: https://coinbase.buidlerstribe.com/ ;
FanCraze raises $100 million to expand Its cricket metaverse: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/fancraze-raises-100-million-in-a-funding-round-led-by-insight-partners/articleshow/90423551.cms ;
Crypto-Friendly fantasy sports startup EarnU enters India: https://inc42.com/buzz/crypto-friendly-fantasy-sports-startup-earnu-forays-into-india/ ;
Cypher Capital launches $100 million blockchain fund: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/cypher-capital-launches-100-million-blockchain-fund-with-an-aim-to-invest-40-of-it-in-crypto-startups-in-india/articleshow/90400157.cms ;
Coinbase starts rolling out UPI payment options in India: https://yourstory.com/the-decrypting-story/crypto-exchange-coinbase-upi-imps-india-payment/amp ;
CoinDCX launches SIPs for crypto investments: https://www.businessinsider.in/investment/news/coindcxs-customers-can-now-do-weekly-sips-for-crypto-investments/articleshow/90416668.cms ;
CoinSwitch Kuber completes first ESOP Buyback worth $2.5 Mn: https://inc42.com/buzz/crypto-unicorn-coinswitch-completes-first-esop-buyback-worth-2-5-mn/ ;
WazirX lists ApeCoin (APE), Astar Trading (ASTR) and Alpine F1 Team Fan Token (ALPINE) in its USDT market and JasmyCoin (JASMY) in its INR market;
Bitbns announced new IEO on its Bitbns Launchpad platform;
Zebpay makes USDT-INR and BUSD-INR pairs live on its platform.

Finance Ministry Planning Public Consultation on Crypto in Six Months Mar 20, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Finance Ministry to have public consultation on crypto in six months: https://www.cnbctv18.com/cryptocurrency/consultative-paper-on-cryptocurrency-likely-to-be-ready-in-few-months-sources-12847342.htm ;
Crypto industry wants the government to reconsider the proposed 1% TDS: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/crypto-players-want-finmin-to-relook-proposed-1-tds/articleshow/90209508.cms ;
Crypto players seek clarity from Parliament Session: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/crypto-players-seek-clarity-from-parliament-session/articleshow/90224017.cms ;
RBI refuses to disclose its official stance on crypto in an RTI query: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/disclosing-crypto-stance-will-affect-economic-interest-11647371240029.html ;
Govt clarifies on RBI's plans to issue a cryptocurrency: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/govt-clarifies-on-plans-to-issue-a-cryptocurrency-11647343157920.html ;
India’s Digital Rupee Will Be Like ‘Dematerialised Bank Notes’, Says SC Garg: https://www.outlookindia.com/business/india-s-digital-rupee-will-be-like-dematerialised-bank-notes-says-sc-garg-news-187588 ;
CBDT chairman confirms that crypto taxation rules will come into effect from April 1: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/cryptocurrency/bitcoin/30-tax-on-income-from-crytocurrencies-to-be-applicable-from-april-1-tds-from-july-1-cbdt-chief/articleshow/90295072.cms ;
India targets 700 crypto investors for non-payment of taxes: https://news.bitcoin.com/india-targets-700-crypto-investors-for-non-payment-of-taxes/ ;
MakeMyTrip launches NFT collection: https://www.ndtv.com/business/makemytrip-launches-nfts-to-reimagine-tourism-2831130 ;
Enforcement Directorate probing 7 crypto cases and has seized assets worth Rs 135 crores: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ed-probing-7-crypto-cases-seized-assets-of-135cr-govt/articleshow/90211344.cms ;
Cybersecurity Experts behind GainBitcoin scam investigation arrested for stealing Rs 20 crores: https://inc42.com/buzz/gainbitcoin-scam-cybersecurity-experts-behind-investigation-arrested-for-stealing-inr-20-cr-crypto/ ;
Bitbns launches edu platform for crypto, blockchain learning: https://www.businesstoday.in/crypto/story/bitbns-launches-edu-platform-for-crypto-blockchain-learning-326402-2022-03-17 ;
Giottus becomes first Indian crypto platform to list ApeCoin: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/giottus-becomes-first-indian-crypto-platform-to-list-apecoin-11647581178122.html ;
Zebpay exchange lists ApeCoin in its INR market:
CoinDCX lists Kyber Network Crystal V2 (KNC), Celo (CELO) and Mirror Protocol (MIR);
WazirX lists Celo (CELO) in its INR and USDT market, API3 in its USDT market and Bakery Token (BAKE) and Neo (NEO) in its INR market;
Unocoin goes vernacular with launch in four South Indian languages: https://newsroompost.com/business/unocoin-emerges-as-crypto-ka-super-app-goes-vernacular-with-all-four-south-indian-languages/5073506.html ;

FM Nirmala Sitharaman Sees Revenue Potential in Crypto Mar 13, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says the government sees revenue potential in crypto: https://inc42.com/buzz/indians-see-future-in-crypto-we-see-possibility-of-revenue-fm-sitharaman/ ;
Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal calls out crypto brain drain in India: https://www.ndtv.com/business/crypto-brain-drain-is-absolutely-crazy-in-india-says-polygon-co-founder-2816532 ;
BearTax raises $3.2 million in a seed round: https://coincrunch.in/2022/03/08/beartax-raises-3-2-million-in-seed-round/ ;
Blockchain courses are booming in India: https://finbold.com/blockchain-courses-skyrocket-in-india-as-demand-for-experts-increases/ ;
Hyderabad businessman duped of Rs 73 lakhs in a crypto scam: https://coincrunch.in/2022/03/11/hyderabad-businessman-duped-of-inr-73l-in-crypto-scam/ ;
CoinDCX partners with BITS Pilani: https://coincrunch.in/2022/03/09/coindcx-partners-with-bits-pilani/ ;
WazirX completes 7th quarterly WRX burn: https://wazirx.com/blog/wazirx-completes-7th-quarterly-wrx-burn/ ;
Zebpay lists Litecoin (LTC), SXP, WRX, Avalanche (AVAX), Curve DAO Token (CRV), The Graph (GRT), Alchemy Pay (ACH), Cardano (ADA), Amp (AMP), Adventure Gold (AGLD) and Fantom (FTM) in its INR market through the QuickTrade feature.

India’s wealthiest added crypto to their portfolios in 2021+India’s tax policy poses hurdles for crypto donations to Ukraine Mar 06, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals added crypto to their portfolios in 2021: https://www.indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/ultra-rich-indians-have-mixed-feelings-about-cryptocurrency-nft-investments-1919792-2022-03-02 ;
India’s tax policy poses hurdles for crypto donations to Ukraine during the ongoing war: https://qz.com/india/2134674/crypto-donations-for-ukraine-from-india-is-unfeasible/ ;
Tech Mahindra announces entry into the metaverse with the launch of TechMVerse: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/tech-mahindra-forays-into-metaverse-with-launch-of-techmverse-11646041078776.html ;
India’s Narcotics Control Bureau hiring experts to track crypto transactions: https://theprint.in/india/ncb-to-hire-financial-experts-forensic-auditors-to-probe-dark-web-crypto-aided-drugs-crimes/854763/ ;
Radhe Shyam movie trailer released in the metaverse: https://coincrunch.in/2022/03/03/radhe-shyam-movie-trailer-launches-on-metaverse/ ;
Crypto payment gateway Transak expands into India: https://www.cnbctv18.com/cryptocurrency/crypto-payment-gateway-transak-expands-into-india-to-help-users-directly-buy-crypto-using-indian-rupee-12674502.htm ;
FTX Gaming announces partnership with the India arm of Yield Guild Games for Web3 gaming projects: https://inc42.com/buzz/ftx-gaming-partners-with-yggs-india-unit-indigg-for-web3-and-crypto-gaming/ ;
Delhi man held for duping people of Rs 84 lakhs with a crypto scheme: https://coincrunch.in/2022/03/02/delhi-man-held-for-duping-people-of-%e2%82%b984l-with-a-crypto-scheme/ ;
CoinDCX listed Chingari app’s GARI token on its platform: https://www.businesstoday.in/crypto/story/gari-announces-listing-on-indias-cryptocurrency-exchange-coindcx-324527-2022-03-02 ;
WazirX to deduct 30% TDS on competition prizes: https://coincrunch.in/2022/03/05/wazirx-to-deduct-30-tds-on-competition-prizes/ ;
Bitbns will implement CryptoWire’s IC 15 Index on its platform: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/indias-first-crypto-index-ic15-to-be-traded-on-bitbns-exchange-soon-11646129287269.html ;

Crypto investors spooked by the market pullback triggered by the Russia-Ukraine war+ ASCI releases advertising guidelines for crypto Feb 27, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India’s crypto investors spooked by the market pullback triggered by the Russian invasion of Ukraine: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/spectre-of-crypto-winter-spooks-all/articleshow/89806536.cms ;
ASCI releases advertising guidelines for crypto: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/02/23/indias-crypto-advertising-guidelines-are-out/ ;
Supreme Court asks the government to clarify its stance on crypto: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/is-bitcoin-trading-legal-or-illegal-sc-asks-govt/articleshow/89838013.cms ;
Indian banks have still not warmed up to crypto transactions: https://www.deccanherald.com/business/business-news/indian-banks-yet-to-warm-up-to-crypto-transactions-1084802.html ;
Indian exchanges shifting base to crypto-friendly jurisdictions such as UAE and Singapore: https://www.ndtv.com/business/how-uae-and-singapore-are-turning-into-crypto-hubs-withindian-exchanges-moving-base-2784664 ;
IAMAI holds NFT conference: https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2022/02/24/first-mover-asia-india-crypto-firms-regulators-continue-their-regulatory-debate-bitcoin-recovers-from-a-post-invasion-freefall/ ;
Infosys launches Infosys Metaverse Foundry: https://www.prnewswire.com/in/news-releases/launching-infosys-metaverse-foundry-service-to-accelerate-enterprises-ability-to-evolve-and-execute-strategies-for-virtual-physical-interconnections-814663769.html ;
Airtel acquires stake in blockchain startup Aqilliz: https://www.dqindia.com/airtel-acquires-strategic-stake-in-blockchain-technology-startup-aqilliz/ ;
US-based blockchain firm Cion Digital to expand in India: https://www.dqindia.com/us-based-saas-blockchain-cion-digital-to-expand-in-india/ ;
Nagpur police seizes assets worth Rs 40 crore in connection to a crypto scam: https://inc42.com/buzz/nagpur-police-seizes-assets-worth-inr-40-cr-in-crypto-scam-duping-2k-investors/ ;
New Crypto Scams in India: https://coincrunch.in/2022/02/21/new-day-new-crypto-scams-in-india/ ;
WazirX to release tools for entrepreneurs to build their own cryptocurrency exchanges;
Zebpay lists 22 new tokens in its INR market through its QuickTrade feature;

New cryptocurrency tax rules helping exchanges onboard more users+Indian crypto industry representatives meet Finance Ministry officials Feb 20, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
New crypto tax rules helping exchanges onboard more users: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/indias-crypto-tax-turned-out-to-be-a-blessing-for-leading-exchanges-like-wazirx-11645090280257.html ;
Indian crypto industry representatives meet Finance Ministry officials to make them reconsider aspects of the new tax framework: http://www.businessworld.in/article/Indian-Cryptocurrency-Sector-s-Collective-Effort-For-Regulation-/14-02-2022-420510/ ;
Indian exchanges scramble to implement crypto tax rules by the April 1st deadline: https://forkast.news/indian-exchanges-implement-crypto-tax/ ;
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says the ministry and RBI are on the same page on crypto rules: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/02/14/indian-finance-minister-says-rbi-on-board-with-new-crypto-rules/ ;
RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar bats for a crypto ban: https://techcrunch.com/2022/02/15/india-central-bank-cryptocurrency-ponzi-banning/ ;
ICAI to explore the use of blockchain tech in auditing: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/services/consultancy-/-audit/icai-to-explore-use-of-blockchain-tech-in-auditing/articleshow/89634722.cms ;
CoinDCX partners with Solidus Labs to enhance anti-money laundering protection: https://www.livemint.com/technology/coindcx-partners-solidus-labs-to-protect-users-from-crypto-market-abuses-11645278995219.html ;
WazirX lists Theta Fuel (TFUEL) in its INR market and JasmyCoin (JASMY) in its USDT market;
Zebpay lists 24 tokens through its QuickTrade feature;

FM Nirmala Sitharaman says government has not legalized crypto+BACC likely to present a memorandum to the finance ministry on new tax rules Feb 13, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says government has not legalized crypto yet: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/will-decide-of-banning-or-not-banning-crypto-currency-later-taxing-transactions-doesnt-legitmise-it-fm-nirmala-sitharaman-in-rs/videoshow/89498905.cms ;
Crypto Industry stakeholders likely to present a memorandum to the finance ministry about the new tax rule: https://www.businesstoday.in/crypto/story/indias-cryptocurrency-industry-likely-to-take-up-tax-rule-revision-with-finmin-321783-2022-02-07 ;
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das continues attack on crypto saying that it’s not even a tulip: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-02-10/india-s-central-bank-chief-says-crypto-is-not-even-a-tulip ;
Polygon raises $450 million in new funding round: https://cointelegraph.com/news/polygon-raises-450m-in-sequoia-led-funding-round ;
Instadapp founders Sowmay and Samyak Jain recognized in the Forbes 30 under 30 list: https://www.forbesindia.com/article/30-under-30-2022/sowmay-and-samyak-jain-disrupting-the-crypto-ecosystem-with-defi/73529/1 ;
Tech Mahindra the only Indian company in the Forbes’ Blockchain 50 List: https://www.indiainfoline.com/article/news-sector-information-technology/tech-mahindra-emerges-as-the-only-indian-company-in-the-forbes%E2%80%99-blockchain-50-list-122021100460_1.html ;
CoinSwitch Kuber launches Recurring Buying Plan (RBP) feature;
ZebPay’s lists BitTorrent (BTTC), Basic Attention Token (BAT), Decentraland (MANA), Chainlink (LINK), EOS (EOS), and 1inch (1INCH) through QuickTrade feature: https://zebpay.com/blog/zebpays-launches-bttc-bat-mana-link-eos-1inch/ ;
WazirX lists Numeraire (NMR), Alchemy Pay (ACH), and Spell Token (SPELL) in its USDT market and Dusk Network (DUSK) and Quant (QNT) in its INR market;
Bitbns makes ERC20, BEP20, and MATIC20-based token withdrawals live;
Giottus launches crypto baskets and SIP feature: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/giottus-launches-theme-crypto-baskets-for-sip-investors/articleshow/89499415.cms ;
CoinDCX lists OpenDAO (SOS) and Constitution DAO (PEOPLE);

India announces 30% tax on virtual digital assets in Budget 2022+Indian crypto community rallies against the high crypto tax with a petition Feb 06, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India announces 30% tax on crypto in Budget 2022: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/02/01/india-to-levy-30-tax-on-crypto-income-cbdc-launch-in-2022-23/ ;
Cryptocurrency Tax in Budget 2022 Explained in Detail: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkqNdCwFX6s&t=1137s ;
Crypto tax discussion with tax expert Anoush Bhasin, Crypto India Founder Aditya Singh, and Coin Crunch India Naimish Sanghvi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kyyt_eq-tz0&t=2231s ;
Indian crypto community rallies against the high crypto tax with a petition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqfWdnz8cfo&t=4s ;
India’s crypto bill will not be tabled in the Budget session of the Parliament: https://news.bitcoin.com/government-official-indian-crypto-policy-global-regulations-g20-meeting/ ;
WazirX founder Nischal Shetty announces new blockchain venture called Shardeum: https://inc42.com/buzz/cryptopreneurs-nischal-shetty-and-omar-syed-launch-blockchain-venture-shardeum/ ;
Pune couple holds India’s first blockchain wedding: https://indianexpress.com/article/trending/trending-in-india/pune-pair-becomes-indias-first-couple-to-hold-blockchain-wedding-7758388/ ;
Pune cop arrested for kidnaping trader to extort crypto: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/pune-bitcoin-fraud-pune-bitcoin-fraud-news-8-arrested-for-kidnapping-man-to-extort-crypto-worth-rs-300-crores-2743871 ;
WazirX lists Santos FC (SANTOS), FC Porto (PORTO) and S.S. Lazio (LAZIO) Fan Tokens in its USDT market and Biconomy (BICO) in its INR and USDT market;
CoinDCX lists Spell Token (SPELL) on its platform;
Unocoin releases revamped website along with an advanced exchange page;

Budget 2022 may levy TDS and TCS on crypto transactions+HNIs moving crypto assets abroad amidst regulatory uncertainty Jan 30, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Budget 2022 may levy TDS and TCS on crypto transactions: https://gadgets.ndtv.com/cryptocurrency/features/union-budget-2022-cryptocurrency-bill-bitcoin-crypto-taxes-cbdc-2730115 ;
HNIs moving crypto assets abroad amidst regulatory uncertainty: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/tech-bytes/hnis-shifting-cryptocurrency-assets-to-wallets-outside-india/articleshow/89127639.cms ;
Extreme volatility takes crypto trading volumes to new high: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/tech-bytes/extreme-volatility-takes-crypto-trade-volumes-to-new-high/articleshow/89127739.cms ;
Exchanges and influencers fall prey to a YouTube hack: https://inc42.com/buzz/cryptocurrency-startups-wazirx-coindcx-unocoins-youtube-accounts-hacked/ ;
Indian crypto startup Flint raises $5.1 million in seed funding: https://inc42.com/buzz/crypto-startup-flint-raises-5-1-mn-seed-funding-from-sequoia-coinbase-ventures/
WazirX makes major changes to its trading fee structure: https://support.wazirx.com/hc/en-us/articles/4417996196634 ;
WazirX lists listed Anyswap (ANY) and Glimmer (GLMR) in its USDT market and Cream Finance (CREAM) and Ooki Protocol (OOKI) in its INR market;
Zebpay lists Harvest Finance (FARM) in its INR and USDT market;
CoinDCX exchange lists Oasis (Rose);

Crypto Industry eagerly awaits Budget 2022+Crypto investors spooked by the latest market crash Jan 23, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Crypto Industry eagerly awaits Budget 2022: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/01/21/indias-crypto-industry-has-great-expectations-from-the-new-budget/ ;
Crypto bill likely to miss the Budget session of the Parliament: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/crypto-bill-likely-to-miss-budget-session-as-govt-seeks-time-to-build-consensus/articleshow/88962285.cms ;
PM Modi calls for global cooperation on crypto: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/01/17/indian-prime-minister-calls-for-global-cooperation-on-cryptocurrency/ ;
Indian crypto investors spooked by the latest crash: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/crypto-investors-feel-the-jitters/articleshow/89062652.cms ;
Why is the cryptocurrency market going down? What should investors do during the crypto price crash?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIrvW-OIjS0&t=277s ;
Indian crypto industry may update self-regulatory code of conduct: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/tech-bytes/indias-cryptocurrency-sector-likely-to-update-code-of-conduct/articleshow/88983918.cms ;
Viacom18 to launch NFT marketplace: https://coincrunch.in/2022/01/20/viacom18-to-launch-nft-marketplace/ ;
Tamil Nadu couple to host wedding reception in the metaverse: https://indianexpress.com/article/trending/trending-in-india/tamil-nadu-couple-to-host-wedding-reception-in-metaverse-7728255/ ;
Millions of Indians visiting crypto scam websites: https://news.bitcoin.com/crypto-scam-websites-millions-indians-chainalysis/ ;
New malware targetting Indian crypto wallets: https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/crypto/new-bhunt-malware-targets-your-crypto-wallets-and-passwords-7736926/ ;
CoinDCX lists Nervos Network (CKB) and Standard Tokenization Protocol (STP);
WazirX introduces Collector Referrals on the WazirX NFT Marketplace;
Zebpay lists the Spell Token (SPELL) and Chromia (CHR) in its INR and USDT market, and GARI token in its INR market through the express listing initiative;
CoinSwitch Kuber lists Keep Network (KEEP) and Chromia (CHR);
Bitbns lists the GARI token on its platform.

Indian crypto community seeks tax clarity in Budget 2022+Digital tokens given by exchanges to employees under tax scrutiny Jan 16, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indian Crypto community seeks tax clarity in Budget 2022: https://ambcrypto.com/india-calls-for-crypto-regulations-intensify-ahead-of-budget-session-2022/ ;
Budget to decide if crypto investment is business income: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/budget-to-decide-if-crypto-investment-is-business-income/articleshow/88844035.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst ;
Digital tokens given by exchanges to employees under tax scrutiny: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/digital-coins-issued-by-indian-exchanges-to-employees-to-face-income-tax-complications/articleshow/88868137.cms ;
Crypto Ad guidelines released in India: https://coincrunch.in/2022/01/12/dos-and-donts-of-crypto-advertisements-in-india/ ;
EPNS goes live on the Ethereum mainnet: https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2022/01/11/epns-goes-live-in-bid-to-bring-notifications-to-web-3/ ;
Axis Bank executes first domestic trade transaction on government-backed blockchain platform: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/axis-bank-executes-first-domestic-trade-deal-on-govt-backed-blockchain-platform-11641814579053.html;
ED seizes assets in the Morris Coin scam: https://news.bitcoin.com/india-seizes-assets-162m-morris-coin-cryptocurrency-investment-scheme/ ;
Amit Bhardwaj - The Man Behind $2.7 Bn Crypto Ponzi Scheme Dies From Cardiac Arrest: https://inc42.com/buzz/gainbitcoin-ponzi-schemess-amit-bhardwaj-dies-from-cardiac-arrest/
Tezos India partners with the Blockchain School to launch new course: https://www.indianweb2.com/2022/01/tezos-india-partners-with-blockchain.html ;
Unocoin lists Cardano (ADA), Celer Network (CELR), Gifto (GTO), Loopring (LRC) and Sandbox (SAND);
CoinDCX exchange lists DeFine (DFA);
Zebpay lists Hedera (HBAR) in its INR market
WazirX lists Powerledger (POWR) in its USDT market, Ethereum Name Service (ENS) and Near Protocol (NEAR) in its INR market and Amp (AMP) in its INR and USDT market;
CoinSwitch Kuber lists the Fantom (FTM) token on its platform;

RBI creates dedicated fintech department for crypto and CBDC+Crypto exchanges now under the IT Department and ED lens Jan 09, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
RBI creates dedicated fintech department for crypto and CBDC: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2022/01/08/indias-central-bank-creates-fintech-department-as-challenges-posed-by-crypto-cbdc-grow/ ;
Crypto exchanges under the IT and ED lens: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/after-raid-on-wazirx-crypto-exchanges-under-i-t-and-ed-scanners-101641407967194.html ;
India’s cryptocurrency platforms lack clarity on tax provisions say industry watchers: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/tech-bytes/indias-cryptocurrency-platforms-lack-clarity-on-tax-provisions/articleshow/88677171.cms ;
Industry Body seeks crypto law in the upcoming budget session of the parliament: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2022/01/08/industry-body-for-indian-startups-seeks-crypto-rules-in-coming-budget-session-of-parliament/ ;
ED uncovers Morris Coin scam worth Rs 1200 crore: https://coincrunch.in/2022/01/07/ed-unfolds-morris-coin-fraud-worth-rs-1200-crore-malayalam-actors-a-suspect/ ;
Bitbns partners with CoinWealth to launch the IDO of the CNW token on the Ascent Launchpad platform: https://coinwealth.medium.com/coinwealth-partners-with-bitbns-to-serve-the-indian-market-4f8a38b62ab5 ;
WazirX partners with Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya to launch a free certificate course on blockchain and crypto: https://blockchainpapers.in/learn-blockchain-get-certified-eng/ ;
CoinDCX lists Polytrade and UnMarshal in its INR market;
Zebpay lists ALICE in its INR and USDT market;

Leading Indian crypto exchanges raided over alleged tax evasion+Sign-ups lag on Indian exchanges after regulatory imbroglio Jan 02, 2022

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from this week:
Leading Indian crypto exchanges raided over alleged tax evasion: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/dggi-cracks-down-on-cryptocurrency-exchanges-across-country-rs-70-cr-tax-evasion-detected-2682998 ;
Sign-ups lag on Indian exchanges after regulatory imbroglio: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/sign-ups-lag-on-crypto-exchanges-as-government-defers-bill/articleshow/88603928.cms ;
Exchanges struggle to get insurance cover for cyber risks: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/crypto-bourses-cant-get-cover-for-cyber-risks/articleshow/88577762.cms ;
SEBI asks Mutual Funds to stay away from crypto-related products: https://news.bitcoin.com/indian-regulator-sebi-wants-mutual-funds-to-stay-away-from-crypto-investments-until-legislation-is-finalized/ ;
CoinSwitch Kuber report shows rising number of women investors in the space: https://gadgets.ndtv.com/cryptocurrency/news/cryptocurrency-india-2021-coinswitch-kuber-userbase-women-15-percent-report-2676239 ;
PM Modi launches blockchain-based degree transfer tech for digital degrees at IIT Kanpur: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/pm-launches-blockchain-based-degree-transfer-tech-for-digital-citations-at-iit-k-convocation/articleshow/88552279.cms ;
Right-wing group calls for ban on crypto: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2021/12/27/indian-ruling-party-aligned-group-takes-stance-on-crypto-regulation/ ;
CoinSwitch launches Shiba Inu with Riskometer;
WazirX lists Bread (BRD), Benqui (QI) and Nuls (NULS) in its USDT market;
Zebpay lists Terra (LUNA) and in its INR market;

India’s cryptocurrency bill likely to be ready only by May+Bill to likely ask crypto exchanges to appoint a grievance officer Dec 26, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India’s cryptocurrency bill likely to be ready only by May: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2021/12/23/indias-crypto-law-might-not-be-ready-before-may-sources-say/ ;
India ends Winter Session of Parliament with no crypto bill in sight: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/no-india-crypto-bill-in-sight-even-after-winter-session-of-parliament-comes-to-a-close/articleshow/88449161.cms ;
Crypto bill likely to ask exchanges to appoint a grievance officer: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/india-may-ask-crypto-exchanges-to-appoint-grievance-officers-in-crypto-bill/articleshow/88384965.cms ;
RBI flags concerns on stablecoins: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/rbi-raises-fresh-concerns-over-stablecoins/articleshow/88460294.cms?from=mdr ;
Narcotics Control Bureau getting trained in crypto: https://coincrunch.in/2021/12/22/india-parliamentary-updates-on-crypto-delhi-courts-summon/ ;
Code of conduct for crypto ads coming soon: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/money-and-banking/cryptocurrency/crypto-ads-self-regulation-guidelines-likely-to-be-out-soon/article38025971.ece ;
Big 4 ask employees to disclose crypto investments: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/services/consultancy-/-audit/big-4-ask-employees-to-disclose-this-years-crypto-investments/articleshow/88499412.cms ;
IIT Kharagpur invites applications for free online course on blockchain technology: https://www.telegraphindia.com/edugraph/news/iit-kharagpur-invites-applications-for-free-online-course-on-blockchain-technology/cid/1844368 ;
WazirX lists Ooki Protocol (OOKI), Beam (BEAM), Mobox (MBOX), Request (REQ) and QuickSwap (QUICK);
Zebpay lists Solana (SOL) in its INR market;
Bitbns lists MYNE token in its INR market;

India’s crypto bill unlikely to be tabled in the Parliament in the ongoing winter session+More crypto news Dec 19, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India’s crypto bill unlikely to be tabled in the Parliament in the current session: https://www.ndtv.com/business/crypto-bill-wont-be-tabled-before-cabinet-today-more-changes-expected-2652033 ;
RBI reiterates that it is not in favour of “private cryptocurrencies” in its board meeting: https://www.ndtv.com/business/reserve-bank-of-india-rbi-central-board-discusses-cryptocurrencies-internal-members-not-in-favor-2656766 ;
IMF’s Chief Economist Gita Gopinath says crypto ban tough to impose: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/cryptocurrency/imfs-gita-gopinath-suggests-regulation-and-not-ban-for-cryptocurrency-seeks-global-policy-7830641.html ;
WazirX survey reveals Indians are increasingly viewing crypto as a strong asset class: https://wazirx.com/blog/download/2021-year-of-the-crypto-report/ ;
Exchanges paying top dollars for hiring crypto talent: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/exchanges-offer-top-dollar-for-crypto-talent-in-india/articleshow/88367315.cms ;
TCS in talks with state governments to set up blockchain infrastructure: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/info-tech/tcs-in-talks-with-states-to-set-up-blockchain-infra/article37940481.ece ;
Botnet hijacking plagues crypto transactions in India: https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/internet/botnet-hijacking-hundreds-of-crypto-transactions-in-india/article37978118.ece ;
Pune cyber cops registered 54 cryptocurrency cheating cases: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/pune/cryptocurrency-cheating-cases-up-from-2-to-54-in-yr/articleshow/88244979.cms ;
CoinSwitch Kuber joins hands with the government of Telangana and Lumos Labs to launch the India Blockchain Accelerator;
Unocoin launches new Instant Bank Deposit feature;
Bitbns announces Commonwealth IDO on its Ascent Launchpad platform;
WazirX lists Cortex (CXTC) in its USDT market and GXChain (GXS) in its INR market;
Zebpay lists ANKR in its INR and USDT market;
CoinDCX crosses the milestone of 7.5 million users

India’s crypto bill likely to restrict exchange to exchange transfers+PM Narendra Modi to take the final call on India’s crypto regulations Dec 12, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India’s crypto bill likely to restrict exchange to exchange transfers: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/india-to-ban-crypto-exchange-to-exchange-transfers-and-launch-crypto-wallet/articleshow/88184151.cms ;
Indian crypto bill to call for a uniform KYC process for all crypto exchanges: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/cryptocurrency/blockchain/indian-crypto-bill-to-call-for-a-uniform-kyc-process-for-all-crypto-exchanges/articleshow/88161650.cms ;
PM Narendra Modi to take the final call on India’s crypto regulations: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/pm-modi-to-take-final-call-on-cryptocurrency-regulatory-framework/articleshow/88196615.cms ;
PM Modi's Twitter Account Hacked, Bitcoin giveaway scam promoted;
RBI developing two variants of CBDC: https://coincrunch.in/2021/12/08/rbi-is-developing-two-variants-of-cbdc/ ;
Kotak Mahindra bank opens doors for WazirX exchange: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/kotak-breaks-crypto-ice-with-account-for-wazirx/articleshow/88112772.cms ;
BACC calls for a separate crypto regulator: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/money-and-banking/crypto-industry-bats-for-a-regulator/article37927246.ece ;
Indian VC firms betting big on Web 3.0 Startups: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/indian-vc-firms-betting-big-on-web-3-0-startups/articleshow/88148168.cms ;
Polygon acquires Mir for $400 million: https://coincrunch.in/2021/12/10/polygon-acquires-zk-rollup-project-mir-for-400m/ ;
Polygon and Lumos Launch Web3 Accelerator: https://coincrunch.in/2021/12/09/polygon-and-lumos-launch-web3-accelerator/ ;
Blockchain startup Router Protocol raises $4.1 million: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/blockchain-startup-router-protocol-gets-4-1-million-from-coinbase-ventures-others/articleshow/88205882.cms ;
Unocoin has launched a new feature called Shake and Earn;
CoinDCX crypto exchange to go global in 2022: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indian-coindcx-crypto-exchange-to-go-global-in-2022-says-exec ;
WazirX lists Ethereum Name Service (ENS), SushiSwap (SUSHI), Maker (MKR) and Alien Worlds (TLM);
Register for the Plenty Global Hackathon: https://plenty-global-hackathon.devfolio.co/ ;
Zebpay lists BitTorrent Token (BTT);

FM Nirmala Sitharaman clarifies that India’s Cryptocurrency Bill is an updated one+SEBI likely to regulate the crypto industry Dec 05, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarifies that India’s Cryptocurrency Bill is not the same as the previous version: https://coincrunch.in/2021/11/30/new-crypto-bill-finance-minister/ ;
ASCI In Talks With Government Over Cryptocurrency Advertising: https://inc42.com/buzz/asci-in-talks-with-government-over-cryptocurrency-advertising/ ;
SEBI likely to regulate the crypto industry in India: https://www.ndtv.com/business/all-private-cryptocurrency-will-be-regulated-not-banned-sources-2634414 ;
India's new crypto law set to red-flag chit fund, MLM business models: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/indias-new-crypto-law-set-to-red-flag-chit-fund-mlm-business-models/articleshow/88040313.cms ;
Cryptocurrencies may be added to existing tax laws: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/finance/govt-looking-to-add-cryptocurrencies-to-tax-law/articleshow/88082435.cms ;
Mukesh Ambani hails India’s effort to introduce the cryptocurrency bill: https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/crypto/cryptocurrency-bill-india-mukesh-ambani-7654621/ ;
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology releases National Strategy on Blockchain: https://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/meity-proposes-national-blockchain-strategy-for-adoption-across-sectors-121120400047_1.html ;
Silicon Valley’s Draper Dragon Fund makes India debut: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/silicon-valley-crypto-fund-draper-dragon-eyes-india-debut/articleshow/87990727.cms ;
Navi Mutual Fund files for blockchain fund: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/personal-finance/sachin-bansal-backed-navi-mutual-fund-files-for-blockchain-fund-7787941.html ;
Fintech startup Defy raises $5.5 million to build a social crypto exchange: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/defy-raises-5-5-mn-launches-india-s-first-social-crypto-exchange-11637232872411.html ;
CoinDCX plans to pursue IPO as soon as India regulations are in place: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/coindcx-plans-to-pursue-ipo-as-soon-as-india-regulations-are-in-place/articleshow/87975836.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst ;
CoinDCX is Not Doing an IPO Anytime Soon: https://coincrunch.in/2021/11/29/coindcx-is-not-doing-an-ipo-anytime-soon/ ;
WazirX list Tranchess (CHESS), Cocos-BCX (COCOS), Gifto (GTO) and Gala Games (GALA);
Bitbns lists bePAY’s native token beCOIN;
Zebpay lists The Sandbox (SAND) token in its INR and USDT market;

Crypto bill triggers frenzy in India+Crypto businesses rethinking strategy amidst an uncertain regulatory environment+more crypto news Nov 28, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Crypto bill triggers frenzy in India;
Crypto funds rethinking strategy amidst an uncertain regulatory environment: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/tech-bytes/crypto-focused-funds-rejig-strategy-amid-talk-of-trading-ban/articleshow/87917340.cms ;
Many crypto firms may look to exit India amid possibility of ban: https://www.indiatoday.in/business/story/cryptocurrency-blockchain-startups-firms-may-exit-india-amid-talks-of-ban-1881169-2021-11-26 ;
Technology think tank Policy 4.0 suggests a wallet-based approach to regulate cryptocurrencies: https://policyfourpointo.com/publications/ ;
Indian exchanges will not be releasing new advertisements: https://m.economictimes.com/news/economy/policy/large-cryptocurrency-players-say-no-to-new-ads-till-rules-are-set/amp_articleshow/87790433.cms ;
Tata Steel executes blockchain-enabled trade between India and Bangladesh: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/tata-steel-executes-blockchain-enabled-trade-between-india-and-bangladesh-11637753231350.html ;
CoinDCX lists a bunch of new tokens under the CoinDCX Listing Carnival: https://blog.coindcx.com/announcements/coindcx-listing-carnival/ ;
WazirX lists SUN (NEW), SelfKey (KEY), Smooth Love Potion (SLP) and SuperRare (RARE) in its USDT market;
OKEx, UTORG partner to boost fiat currency based crypto purchase in India: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/okex-utorg-partner-to-boost-fiat-currency-based-crypto-purchase-in-india-11637820629189.html ;
Zebpay lists WinkLink (WIN) and Keep Network (KEEP) in its INR and USDT market;

Crypto market cap hits a new high of $3 trillion+ Indian government to meet crypto industry stakeholders+more crypto news Nov 13, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines this week:
Crypto market hits a new high of $3 trillion: https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-markets-tag-3t-combined-market-cap-for-first-time ;
Bitcoin Retreats From All-Time High, Ether Follows: coindesk.com/markets/2021/11/11/bitcoin-retreats-from-all-time-high-ether-follows/ ;
Indian government to meet crypto industry stakeholders: https://coincrunch.in/2021/11/11/parliamentary-committee-to-meet-crypto-players-of-india/ ;
Government committee sends questions to Indian crypto industry stakeholders ahead of closed door meeting: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/parliamentary-panel-to-meet-crypto-stakeholders/articleshow/87637142.cms ;
India may move the crypto bill in the Winter session of the Parliament: https://www.cnbctv18.com/cryptocurrency/govt-likely-to-move-cryptocurrency-bill-in-parliaments-winter-session-work-on-to-modify-bill-11385552.htm ;
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das expresses concerns over crypto again: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/rbi-governor-shaktikanta-das-sounds-alarm-on-cryptocurrencies-bitcoin-ether-bitcoin-price-crypto-trading-11636545340170.html ;
Numbers on crypto market participants highly exaggerated, says RBI Governor: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/numbers-on-crypto-market-participants-highly-exaggerated-rbi-governor/articleshow/87630014.cms ;
Young Indians getting into day trading crypto: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/day-trading-in-crypto-keeps-young-indians-busy-at-night/articleshow/87637464.cms ;
Crypto Scam Busted in Bengaluru, 3 Arrested: https://coincrunch.in/2021/11/08/crypto-scam-busted-in-bengaluru-3-arrested/ ;
Kerala Police Arrests Four For Ponzi Scheme Masquerading As Crypto Investment: https://inc42.com/buzz/kerala-police-arrests-four-for-crypto-investment-ponzi-scam/ ;
WazirX records trading volumes of over $36 billion in the past 12 months: https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/indian-crypto-exchange-wazirx-registers-36-bn-of-trading-in-a-year-121111200794_1.html ;
WazirX completes its sixth quarterly WRX burn: https://wazirx.com/blog/wazirx-completes-6th-quarterly-wrx-burn/ ;
Zebpay lists Ethereum Name Service (ENS) in its INR and USDT market;
CoinDCX lists Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Manchester City Fan Token (CITY);
Bitbns announces the BePay IDO on its Ascent Launchpad;

New report reveals Indians have invested over $10 billion in crypto+Indian exchanges commit to a self regulatory code of conduct Nov 07, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
New report reveals Indians have invested over $10 billion in cryptocurrencies: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/india-investment-crypto-exceeds-10bn-122549498.html ;
Indian exchanges commit to a self-regulatory code of conduct;
Paytm may offer crypto trading if India regulates the asset class: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/paytm-may-launch-bitcoin-trading-if-india-legalises-cryptocurrency/articleshow/87521459.cms ;
Delhi High Court rejects Tata’s trademark injunction against “Tata Coin”: https://inc42.com/buzz/tata-sons-do-not-get-injunction-against-tata-coin-delhi-high-court/ ;
Amitabh Bachchan’s NFT collection records nearly $1 million in bids: https://gadgets.ndtv.com/cryptocurrency/news/amitabh-bachchan-nft-collection-auction-usd-966000-beyondlife-club-india-2600417 ;
Sunny Leone becomes first Indian actress to mint an NFT: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/sunny-leone-becomes-the-first-indian-actress-to-mint-nft/articleshow/87485410.cms ;
Faze Technologies raises $17.4 million from investors led by Tiger Global: https://www.livemint.com/companies/start-ups/faze-technologies-raises-17-4-million-led-by-tiger-global-11635935195888.html ;
Coinbase acquires Indian startup Agara: https://techcrunch.com/2021/11/01/coinbase-acquires-indias-agara-for-over-40-million/ ;
Chingari's GARI token sale raises $40 million within 24 hours: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/chingaris-crypto-token-raises-40mn-within-24-hours-of-its-live-sale/articleshow/87524155.cms ;
Zebpay announces ZebPay Xpress Listing initiative: https://zebpay.com/blog/announcing-zebpay-xpress-listing/ ;
WazirX invites top-tier liquidity providers to its new Market Maker Program: https://wazirx.com/blog/wazirx-market-maker-program/ ;
WazirX’s WRX token listed on KuCoin: https://www.kucoin.com/news/en-wazirx-wrx-gets-listed-on-kucoin?utm_source=twitterinfo ;

India’s new legal framework for crypto likely to be ready by Budget 2022+Indian expats leveraging crypto to remit money Oct 31, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India’s new legal framework for crypto likely to be ready by Budget 2022: https://www.businesstoday.in/crypto/story/law-to-regulate-cryptocurrencies-likely-by-budget-310439-2021-10-26 ;
India's New Cryptocurrency Law Coming by Budget 2022, Crypto Trading to be Allowed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBvcw9SzRHo&t=3s ;
Indian expats leveraging crypto to remit money: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/nri/invest/many-indian-expats-turn-to-crypto-to-remit-money/articleshow/87247432.cms ;
High Court asks RBI and SBI to respond to plea to revoke prohibition on use of UPI for cryptocurrency exchange WazirX: https://www.thehindu.com/business/Economy/high-court-asks-rbi-sbi-to-respond-to-plea-to-revoke-prohibition-on-use-of-upi-for-cryptocurrency-exchange/article37211213.ece ;
Shiba Inu scores over gold this Diwali: https://qz.com/india/2081382/indians-are-obsessing-over-shiba-inu-coins-this-diwali-not-gold/ ;
Ram Gopal Varma’s Dangerous becomes India’s first film for sale on blockchain: https://www.theweek.in/news/entertainment/2021/10/29/ram-gopal-varma-s-dangerous-is-indias-first-film-for-sale-on-blo.html ;
New Digital Wallet Launched for Actor Amitabh Bachchan’s NFT Debut: https://gadgets.ndtv.com/cryptocurrency/news/amitabh-bachchan-nft-digital-wallet-launch-beyondlifeclub-2591325 ;
Sunil Gavaskar all set to launch NFT collection: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/trends/nfts-are-a-financial-opportunity-for-athletes-as-well-as-buyers-sunil-gavaskar-7646571.html ;
IPL teams are reportedly launching fan tokens: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/ipl-teams-to-launch-crypto-fan-tokens-giving-followers-a-bigger-say-in-club-decisions/articleshow/87205146.cms ;
Blockchain-based platform SportZchain raises $400,000: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/money-and-banking/blockchain-based-platform-sportzchain-raises-400000/article37173289.ece ;
Reddit For NFT Enthusiasts Hyy.pe Raises Funds; To Launch 13 Collections On Platform: https://inc42.com/buzz/reddit-for-nft-enthusiasts-hyy-pe-raises-funds-to-launch-13-collections-on-platform/ ;
IAMAI appoints new co-chairs to its crypto council: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/iamai-appoints-new-co-chairs-to-its-crypto-council-11635509274649.html ;
Zebpay lists Chiliz (CHZ) and Axie Infinity (AXS);
CoinDCX delists Agrello (DLT), Genesis Vision (GVT), Skycoin (SKY) and POA (POA): https://info.coindcx.com/announcement/lisiting-delisting/delisting-notice-for-dlt-gvt-sky-poa-november-3-4-2021/ ;
WazirX lists AdventureGold (AGLD), Secret (SCRT), and SysCoin (SYS) in its USDT market;

Indian crypto exchanges see a jump in trading volumes+SEBI bars investment advisors from advising on crypto Oct 24, 2021

Here are the top news headlines from the crypto industry this week:
Indian crypto exchanges see a jump in trading volumes: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/indians-hike-crypto-holdings-as-market-soars/articleshow/87195952.cms ;
SEBI bars investment advisors from advising on crypto: https://inc42.com/buzz/sebi-prohibits-registered-investment-advisors-from-advising-on-crypto/ ;
Rishabh Pant becomes the latest celebrity to hop on to the NFT bandwagon: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/cryptocurrency/rishabh-pant-starts-his-nft-journey-with-rario-7593011.html ;
Polygon partners with DraftKings to accelerate adoption of NFTs and Web 3.0: https://inc42.com/buzz/polygon-and-us-based-draftkings-partners-to-accelerate-adoption-of-nfts-web-3-0/ ;
Mudrex Launches Mutual Fund-style Crypto Investment Product: https://inc42.com/buzz/mudrex-launches-mutual-fund-like-crypto-investment-product/ ;
Indian government testing blockchain technology to streamline logistics industry: https://qz.com/india/2075021/india-is-testing-blockchain-technology-for-its-logistics-industry/ ;
CoinDCX launches OTC desk for institutional crypto trading in India: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/coindcx-launches-otc-desk-for-institutional-crypto-trading-in-india/articleshow/87159824.cms ;
WazirX lists Burger Swap, Standard Tokenization Protocol, Radicle, Bitcoin Diamond, and Oasis Network in its USDT market;
Zebpay lists Avalanche and Adventure Gold;
Unocoin lists Hedera in its INR and USDT markets;
CrossTower Uses Crypto Credit to Incentivise Indian Investors: https://beincrypto.com/crosstower-lures-indian-ivestors-with-crypto-credit/ ;

New report says India has 10 crore crypto users+ Bollywood superstar Salman Khan to enter the NFT space+more crypto news Oct 17, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
New report says India has 10 crore crypto users: https://www.news18.com/news/tech/with-over-10-crore-users-india-has-highest-number-of-crypto-owners-in-world-report-4321997.html ;
How the 10 Crore Indians Holding Crypto is a Bogus Claim!: https://coincrunch.in/2021/10/13/how-the-10-crore-indians-holding-crypto-is-a-bogus-claim/ ;
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan to enter the NFT space: https://www.indiatoday.in/business/story/salman-khan-cryptocurrency-nft-bollycoins-bollywood-1864337-2021-10-13 ;
Actor Kunal Kapoor, Nazara & Unacademy Founders Back NFT Marketplace NFTically: https://inc42.com/buzz/exclusive-actor-kunal-kapoor-nazara-unacademy-founders-back-nft-marketplace-nftically/ ;
CoinDCX’s ad campaign with Amitabh Bachchan put on hold: https://inc42.com/buzz/coindcx-puts-ad-campaign-with-amitabh-bachchan-on-hold/ ;
Indian exchanges start blocking suspicious trading accounts: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/cryptocurrency-exchanges-start-blocking-accounts-after-govt-raises-red-flags/articleshow/87004291.cms ;
RSS calls for stringent crypto regulations in India: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-10-15/hindu-group-associated-with-modi-wants-crypto-regulated-in-india ;
Bengaluru-based Arcana Network raises $2.3 million: https://coincrunch.in/2021/10/14/arcana-network-raises-23/ ;
NSE collaborates with blockchain startup Chainflux to launch NSE-Shine: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/markets/gold/nse-bengaluru-blockchain-start-up-launch-nse-shine-for-bullion-trade/article36999633.ece ;
Welspun India launches one of largest traceability and ESG transparency rollouts in textile industry, Wel-Trak 2.0 Blockchain: https://www.indiainfoline.com/article/news-sector-others/welspun-india-launches-one-of-largest-traceability-and-esg-transparency-rollouts-in-textile-industry-wel-trak-2-0-blockchain-121101300550_1.html ;
Kerala Blockchain Academy announces two free courses: https://www.livemint.com/education/news/kerala-blockchain-academy-announces-two-free-courses-registrations-open-11634040325267.html ;
WazirX Launches Think Tank for Web 3.0: https://coincrunch.in/2021/10/15/wazirx-launches-think-tank-for-web-3-0/ ;
Zebpay enables trading for Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Polkadot (DOT)

Crypto exchanges overtaking stock brokers in user base+B-Town Celebs Big B and Ranveer Singh join the crypto craze Oct 10, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Crypto exchanges overtaking stockbrokers in user base: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/crypto-exchanges-overtake-zerodha-in-user-base-11633675321727.html ;
Amitabh Bachchan Becomes Latest Celebrity to Join the Cryptocurrency Craze: https://gadgets.ndtv.com/cryptocurrency/news/amitabh-bachchan-coindcx-cryptocurrencies-growth-crypto-culture-india-2563148 ;
CoinSwitch Kuber onboards Ranveer Singh as its brand ambassador: https://www.cryptodost.io/exchange/coinswitch-kuber-onboards-ranveer-singh-as-its-brand-ambassador.html ;
CoinSwitch Kuber becomes India’s second crypto exchange unicorn: https://www.cryptodost.io/exchange/coinswitch-kuber-raises-260-million-in-series-c-funding-from-coinbase-ventures-and-andreessen-horowitz.html ;
Crypto Staking Management Startup Stader Labs Raises $4 Mn From Coinbase Ventures, Pantera: https://inc42.com/buzz/stader-labs-raises-4-mn-from-coinbase-ventures-pantera/ ;
NFT Lending Marketplace Strip Finance Raises Funds From MEXC Exchange, Others: https://inc42.com/buzz/exclusive-nft-lending-marketplace-strip-finance-raises-private-round-from-mexc-exchange-others/ ;
Chainalysis’ 2021 Geography of Cryptocurrency report shows India as a mature crypto market among others in the region: https://blog.chainalysis.com/reports/central-southern-asia-oceania-cryptocurrency-geography-report-2021-preview ;
Groww might be eyeing the crypto market: https://www.businesstoday.in/markets/market-perspective/story/exclusive-groww-eyes-entry-into-indias-growing-cryptocurrency-market-308672-2021-10-06 ;
Short video sharing app Chingari raises $19M to launch social token on Solana: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indian-tiktok-challenger-raises-19m-to-launch-social-token-on-solana ;
TCS sees good deal wins from the cryptocurrency space: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/tcs-says-seeing-very-good-deal-wins-from-cryptocurrency-space/articleshow/86871788.cms ;
ZebPay launches global crypto electronic OTC desk for HNIs, Institutional Investors: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/zebpay-launches-global-crypto-electronic-otc-desk-11633334192389.html ;
Bitbns collaborates with Flippy Finance: https://medium.com/bitbns/bitbns-collaborates-with-flippy-to-decrypt-crypto-investments-making-it-simple-easy-and-fun-3cb2459f97fe ;
WazirX list Alien Worlds and eCash;
CoinDCX listed among the top 250 global fintech firms by CB Insights;

IMF says crypto adoption can threaten financial stability in emerging markets+RSS linked journal bats for crypto regulations in India Oct 03, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
IMF says crypto adoption can threaten financial stability in emerging markets: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2021/oct/01/imf-warns-of-global-risks-from-unregulated-cryptocurrency-boom ;
RSS-linked journal bats for crypto regulations in India: https://www.news18.com/news/business/rss-linked-journal-calls-for-regulation-of-cryptocurrency-in-india-4257092.html ;
Survey reveals 16% of urban India now owns cryptocurrencies: https://inc42.com/buzz/2-in-10-urban-indians-likely-to-be-crypto-investors-by-q1-2022-report/ ;
Crypto startup Coinshift raises $2.5 million to help users manage crypto treasuries: https://inc42.com/buzz/cryptotech-startup-coinshift-raises-funds-to-expand-offerings/ ;
Hedera Hashgraph launches Hedera India Hackathon 2021: https://www.cryptodost.io/blockchain/hedera-launches-hedera-india-hackathon-2021.html ;
Bitbns now among OKEx's fiat partners: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/bitbns-now-among-okex-s-fiat-partners-11632982741654.html ;
Zebpay lists AMP and PancakeSwap (CAKE);
CoinDCX lists Polymath (POLY) and CIVIC (CVC);
WazirX lists HiFi Finance (MFT) in its USDT market: https://wazirx.com/blog/mft-usdt-trading/
Reading Recommendation:
5 Reasons Why Bitcoin Remains Below $50,000: https://www.coindesk.com/learn/5-reasons-why-bitcoin-remains-below-50000/ ;

FM Nirmala Sitharaman speaks on cryptocurrency again+Finance Ministry reportedly forms committee to examine scope of crypto taxation Sep 26, 2021

Here are the cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
FM Nirmala Sitharaman speaks on cryptocurrency again: https://www.hindustantimes.com/business/on-cryptocurrency-sitharaman-says-we-have-to-be-cautious-but-think-it-through-101632189095218.html ;
Finance Ministry reportedly forms committee to examine scope of crypto taxation: https://inc42.com/buzz/government-forms-panel-to-examine-scope-of-taxation-on-crypto-trade/ ;
NASSCOM report says crypto tech industry in India to reach $241 million by 2030: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/cryptotech-industry-to-reach-241-million-in-india-by-2030-nasscom-11632473345213.html ;
Impact of China’s ban seen in Indian crypto markets: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/dragons-crypto-call-sparks-panic-sales-in-india/articleshow/86523252.cms ;
India’s crypto sector may gain from China’s ban: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/indias-crypto-sector-may-gain-from-china-s-ban-say-industry-executives-11632540824602.html ;
Indian teenagers rushing to invest in crypto: https://scroll.in/article/1005988/cryptocurrencies-are-so-popular-in-india-that-teenagers-are-investing-their-pocket-money-in-them ;
CBSE leverages blockchain technology to keep results tamper-proof: https://www.indiatoday.in/education-today/news/story/cbse-uses-blockchain-technology-to-keep-board-exam-results-important-documents-tamper-proof-1855887-2021-09-22 ;
CoinDCX launches crypto tutorial in sign language: https://coincrunch.in/2021/09/23/coindcx-crypto-course-sign-language/ ;
WazirX lists Solana (SOL), Stacks (STX) and Algorand (ALGO) in its INR market;
Bitbns’ BNS token now listed on global exchange Bitglobal: https://medium.com/bitbns/you-can-now-find-bns-listed-on-bithumb-global-13f8baaa1a33 ;
Zebpay lists Cardano in its INR, USDT and BUSD markets;

Indians using P2P to buy crypto as SBI reportedly blocks its UPI platform for exchanges+more crypto news Sep 19, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indians using P2P to buy crypto as SBI reportedly blocks its UPI platform for exchanges: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/indians-continue-buying-cryptos-via-p2p-and-other-methods-even-after-upi-halt/articleshow/86311934.cms ;
State Bank of India Blocks Payments to Cryptocurrency Exchanges on UPI Platform: https://news.bitcoin.com/state-bank-of-india-blocks-payments-cryptocurrency-exchanges-upi/ ;
Indian government looking at ways to tax crypto trades: https://www.timesnownews.com/business-economy/economy/article/india-looking-to-tax-cryptocurrency-trades-ecosystem/811388 ;
Crypto companies plan ad blitz during this festive season: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/exchanges-plan-ad-blitz-for-festival-crypto-gold-rush/articleshow/86155934.cms ;
Crypto mania catches on in smaller Indian cities: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/crypto-craze-catches-on-in-small-cities/articleshow/86335513.cms ;
IIT Madras joins Hedera decentralized governance council: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indian-university-joins-hedera-decentralized-governance-council?utm_source=Telegram&utm_medium=social ;
Belfrics Group To Resume Crypto Operations: https://inc42.com/buzz/belfrics-to-resume-crypto-operations-in-india-with-15-mn-investment/ ;
Bitbns rolls out Bitbns Swap feature: https://medium.com/bitbns/introducing-bitbns-swap-d721d7da5b72 ;
Zebpay lists WazirX’s native token WRX on its INR and USDT markets;
BuyUcoin launches SIP feature for users: https://inc42.com/buzz/crypto-platform-buyucoin-launches-sip-plan-for-indian-investors/ ;
CoinDCX renames its CoinDCX Go app to just CoinDCX

RBI continues to have major concerns about crypto+Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath says that crypto can disrupt brokers and stock exchanges Sep 12, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
RBI continues to have major concerns about cryptocurrencies: https://www.news18.com/news/business/how-bitcoin-will-help-indian-economy-rbi-guv-has-major-concerns-about-cryptocurrency-4186169.html ;
India will have a distinct regulatory approach to crypto: https://www.cryptodost.io/event/we-will-be-able-to-walk-the-tight-rope-of-balancing-stability-and-growth-when-it-comes-to-crypto-instruments-says-jayant-sinha-member-of-parliament-lok-sabha-and-chairman-standing.html ;
Govt looking to paint NFT picture in crypto bil: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/govt-looking-to-paint-nft-picture-in-crypto-bill/articleshow/86100183.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst
Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath says that crypto can disrupt brokers and stock exchanges: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/nithin-kamath-81136242_i-get-asked-often-who-out-there-do-you-think-activity-6841677754031861760-PV7L ;
CoinSwitch Kuber in talks to raise funds at unicorn valuation: https://techcrunch.com/2021/09/06/indian-crypto-exchange-coinswitch-kuber-in-talks-to-raise-funds-at-unicorn-valuation/ ;
Invesco Mutual Fund files papers for India’s first blockchain fund: https://www.livemint.com/mutual-fund/mf-news/invesco-mf-files-papers-for-india-s-first-blockchain-fund-11631085737283.html ;
NFT-Focused Blockchain Analytics Startup bitsCrunch Raises $750K: https://inc42.com/buzz/nft-focused-blockchain-analytics-startup-bitscrunch-raises-funds-from-genblock-capital/
US crypto exchange CrossTower expands to India: https://www.reuters.com/technology/global-crypto-exchange-crosstower-enters-india-despite-policy-uncertainty-2021-09-06/ ;
Mars Hackathon launched by Filecoin, IPFS and Polygon: https://www.cryptodost.io/event/mars-hackathon-organized-by-filecoin-ipfs-and-polygon-launched-in-india-to-empower-developers-with-robust-decentralized-storage-solutions.html ;
Join IoTeX Hackathon India 2021 as IoTeX Aims to Power Billions of Dapps and Smart Devices: https://www.cryptodost.io/event/join-iotex-hackathon-india-2021-as-iotex-aims-to-power-billions-of-dapps-and-smart-devices.html ;
RealX launches blockchain-based platform for fractional property ownership in India: https://cointelegraph.com/news/blockchain-based-platform-for-fractional-property-ownership-launches-in-india ;
Bitbns collaborates with AR-based gamified NFT collection app Scramble: https://medium.com/bitbns/bitbns-collaborates-with-scramble-an-ar-based-gamified-nft-collection-app-90f9f3f917d4 ;
WazirX lists Scale Network (SKL), Audius (AUDIO), Gnosis (GNO) and Stacs (STX) in its USDT market;
Unocoin allows users to top up their FASTtag wallets using Bitcoin;
Zebpay lists AlchemyPay (ACH) and Dogecoin in its INR and USDT market;

Cryptocurrencies likely to be Treated as Commodities in the Crypto Bill+Indian Banks Softening Stance on Crypto+More Crypto News Sep 05, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Cryptocurrencies likely to be treated as a commodity in India: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/finance/virtual-currencies-govt-plans-to-bring-a-bill-cryptos-to-be-treated-as-commodity/articleshow/85885645.cms ;
Indian Banks reportedly softening their stance on crypto: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/banks-in-india-are-reportedly-softening-their-stance-on-crypto-trading/articleshow/85830681.cms ;
Crypto gains currency again as banks ease curbs on purchases: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/crypto-gains-currency-again-as-banks-ease-curbs-on-purchases/articleshow/85813536.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst
Cryptocurrency industry has more than 10,000 jobs on offer: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/jobs/burgeoning-world-of-crypto-creates-10k-jobs-in-india/articleshow/85919671.cms ;
Amitabh Bachchan to roll out NFT collection: https://inc42.com/buzz/amitabh-bachchan-rolls-out-limited-nft-collection-through-beyondlife-club/ ;
CoinSwitch Kuber predicted to become a unicorn in two years: https://www.financialexpress.com/money/future-investment-opportunities-32-startups-may-go-unicorn-in-2-years-only-one-from-cryptocurrency/2322629/ ;
PolyGaj rebrands to Gaj Finance: https://coincrunch.in/2021/09/01/polygaj-rebrands-to-gaj-finance-launches-nft-farming/ ;
OKEx Launches DeFi Hub With NFT Marketplace In India: https://inc42.com/buzz/crypto-exchange-okex-launches-defi-hub-with-nft-marketplace-in-india/ ;
WazirX lists Raydium (RAY), BakeryToken (BAKE), Mina Protocol (MINA) and Clover Finance (CLV) in its USDT market;
Zebpay starts accepting INR deposits through UPI;
Bitbns launches its decentralized token launchpad platform Ascent on Binance Smart Chain;
CoinSwitch Kuber lists Axie Infinity (AXS) on its platform;
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This Teacher's Day, let Bollywood Gurus guide your way into world of cryptocurrency: moneycontrol.com/news/business/cryptocurrency/this-teachers-day-let-bollywood-gurus-guide-your-way-into-world-of-cryptocurrency-7430221.html ;

India Ranked Sixth in DeFi Adoption+RBI Could Begin CBDC trials by December+More Crypto News Aug 29, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India ranked sixth in DeFi adoption: https://blog.chainalysis.com/reports/2021-global-defi-adoption-index ;
RBI could begin CBDC trials by December: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/08/27/india-central-bank-rbi-digital-rupee-trials-could-begin-by-december.html ;
Bitcoin rally brings Indian investors back to crypto: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/bitcoin-rally-draws-indians-back-to-cryptos/articleshow/85605361.cms ;
India Covid Crypto Relief Fund to donate $15 million to UNICEF India: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/tech-bytes/india-covid-crypto-relief-fund-to-donate-15-million-to-unicef/articleshow/85694682.cms ;
Cashaa ties up with Polygon to offer DeFi solutions: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/cashaa-ties-up-with-polygon-to-offer-defi-solutions-to-masses-11629717659044.html ;
Former RBI governor Raghuram Rajan optimistic about the future of cryptocurrencies: https://www.indiatoday.in/business/story/raghuram-rajan-optimistic-about-the-future-of-cryptocurrencies-here-s-what-he-said-1846102-2021-08-27 ;
CoinDCX joins Advertising Standards Council of India: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/coindcx-joins-advertising-regulator-to-enhance-confidence-in-crypto-11629879495281.html ;
Bitbns exchange updates its bank account details;
Zebpay lists Graph Protocol (GRT) in its INR and USDT market and Storj in its USDT market;
WazirX lists Arweave (AR), DODO and FLOW in its USDT market;
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Update on Cryptocurrency Bill+India Ranked Second in Global Crypto Adoption+More Crypto News Aug 22, 2021

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Here are the top news headlines from India this week:
The wait for India’s Crypto Bill Continues: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/cryptocurrency-bill-awaiting-cabinet-approval-fm-sitharaman-11629125368539.html ;
News about Crypto Bill in India has been the same since July 2020: https://coincrunch.in/2021/08/19/fight-the-fud-crypto-bill-has-been-the-same-since-july-2020/ ;
India ranked second in global crypto adoption: https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/this-index-ranks-india-second-in-global-crypto-adoption-herere-key-driving-factors-10439211.htm ;
NFTs may be subject to equalisation levy: https://www.businessinsider.in/investment/news/nfts-in-india-may-reportedly-face-double-taxation-with-both-gst-and-the-equalisation-levy/articleshow/85397893.cms ;
SEBI asks depositories to use blockchain technology: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/sebi-asks-depositories-to-use-blockchain-tech-for-monitoring-securities-11629096186627.html ;
MG Astor will become one of the first cars in India to use blockchain technology: https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/mg-astor-is-the-first-car-in-india-to-use-blockchains-to-manage-insurance-fees-resale-values-11629298093008.html ;
Another cryptocurrency-related crime unearthed in Bengaluru: https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/bangalore/two-arrested-bengaluru-cryptocurrency-cheating-3-5-crore-7457588/ ;
OKEx announces a reward of 100 OKB tokens for Neeraj Chopra: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/crypto-exchange-okex-announces-100-okb-tokens-reward-for-neeraj-chopra-11629355329953.html ;
Uniswap lists BWRX - a wrapped WRX token on the Ethereum blockchain;
Bitbns’s BNS token listed on global exchange Bittrex;
Zebpay lists Streamr (DATA) and EPNS (PUSH) in its INR and USDT market;
CoinDCX will not charge any transaction fee for UPI transactions above Rs 500;
Watch CoinSwitch Kuber's Sikka Chamkega Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyT_IqwewC0&t=2s ;

CoinDCX becomes India's First Crypto Exchange Unicorn+Indian Government has No Data on Crypto Mining Aug 15, 2021

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Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
CoinDCX becomes India’s first crypto exchange unicorn: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/cryptocurrency/coindcx-becomes-indias-first-crypto-unicorn-raises-90-million-led-by-b-capital-7301371.html ;
Indian government not tracking environmental impact of crypto mining: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/cryptocurrency/will-take-all-measures-to-eliminate-use-of-crypto-assets-govt-7310211.html ;
Mudrex raises $2.5 million in funding round: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/crypto-firm-mudrex-which-offers-mutual-fund-like-crypto-investment-tools-raises-2-5-million-in-a-seed-round/articleshow/85205115.cms ;
Polygon merges with Hermez Network: https://www.coindesk.com/polygon-merges-with-hermez-network-in-250m-deal ;
GoSats launches Bitcoin Rewards Debit Card;
WazirX sess 2648% growth in user sign-ups from tier-II and tier-III cities in India: https://cointelegraph.com/news/women-from-small-cities-contribute-to-65-crypto-sign-ups-in-india ;
Unocoin allows users to shop using Bitcoin: https://www.news18.com/news/business/now-you-can-use-bitcoin-to-buy-pizza-coffee-ice-cream-in-india-know-how-it-works-4072406.html ;
Zebpay lists Curve DAO Token (CRV), Synthetic (SNX) and Injective Protocol (INJ) in its USDT market;
Bitbns lists JulSwap (JULD), Foho Coin (FOHO) and MakerDAO (DAI) tokens;
CoinDCX lists PSG Fan Token (PSG) and TrueFi (TRU) in its USDT market

Five Reasons Indian Regulators are Shying Away from Regulation of Crypto Trading + More Crypto News Aug 08, 2021

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Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Ministry of Finance responds to questions about crypto in the Parliament: https://news.bitcoin.com/indian-government-cryptocurrency-trading-regulation-investor-protection/ ;
Five Reasons Indian regulators are shying away from regulation of crypto trading: https://inc42.com/infocus/indias-crypto-economy-scams-volatility-lack-of-inherent-value-keep-regulators-away/ ;
GoSats raises seed funding of $700k: https://bfsi.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/financial-services/indias-first-bitcoin-rewards-company-gosats-raises-seed-funding-of-700k/85032337 ;
GainBitcoin scam case hearing in Supreme Court on August 9th: https://inc42.com/buzz/amit-bhardwaj-gainbitcoin-scam-supreme-court-to-hear-case-on-aug-9/ ;
Biconomy raises $9 million ahead of token listing: https://www.livemint.com/companies/start-ups/blockchain-startup-biconomy-raises-9-million-ahead-of-token-listing-11627482454328.html ;
BCAC appoints India’s first cybersecurity coordinator Dr. Gulshan Rai as its Advisory Board Member: https://www.businessinsider.in/advertising/media/news/iamai-bacc-appoints-indias-first-cyber-security-coordinator-dr-gulshan-rai-as-its-advisory-board-member/articleshow/84998321.cms ;
Bitbns announces Cryptocurrency SIPs’ worth lakhs for Indian Medalists at Tokyo Olympics 2020;
Unocoin deepens integration with Airtm;
Zebpay lists PAXG and MKR in its USDT market;
WazirX lists Axie Infinity (AXS) in its INR and USDT market, Sandbox (SAND) in its INR market and Klaytn (KLAY) in the USDT market;
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Learn more about Ethereum's London Hard Fork: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4hwcNovPp0

CoinDCX may become a unicorn soon+ Equalisation levy on crypto exchanges in India will not apply to investors+more crypto news Aug 01, 2021

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Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
CoinDCX exchange may become a unicorn soon: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/coindcx-in-talks-to-raise-100-120-million/articleshow/84840176.cms ;
Equalisation levy on crypto exchanges in India will not apply to investors: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/the-indian-government-has-no-data-on-how-many-crypto-exchanges-and-investors-working-on-cryptocurrency/articleshow/84821709.cms ;
Binance in Regulatory Crosshairs: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/binance-india-summons-executives-of-world-s-largest-crypto-exchange-11627632235407.html ;
Indian Crypto exchanges will have new advertisement guidelines soon: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/wazirx-coindcx-and-other-indian-crypto-exchanges-will-reportedly-have-new-advertisement-guidelines-in-the-next-seven-to-ten-days/articleshow/84756896.cms ;
Non Fungible Tokens gaining traction in India: https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/nft-adoption-gaining-traction-in-india-11627233964069.html ;
ICICI, Axis and HDFC Bank buy stake in blockchain Startup IBBIC: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/sbi-kotak-axis-hdfc-icici-bank-pick-up-stake-in-blockchain-platform-ibbic-11627390888288.html ;
Votechain launches blockchain-based online voting platform EazyVC: https://www.expresscomputer.in/news/votechain-launches-eazyvc-indias-blockchain-based-online-voting-platform/77910/ ;
Binance launches new tax reporting tool: https://www.financialexpress.com/money/income-tax/binance-launches-tax-reporting-tool-how-will-it-help-indian-crypto-investors-in-income-tax-return-filing/2300077/ ;
FOHO Coin IEO goes live on the Bitbns;
WazirX completes 5th Quarterly WRX Burn: https://blog.wazirx.com/wazirx-completes-5th-quarterly-wrx-burn/ ;
Zebpay lists 10 tokens in its USDT market;
CoinSwitch Kuber enables limit orders for all coins;

RBI looks at CBDC as a way to counter cryptocurrencies+more crypto news from India Jul 25, 2021

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Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
RBI looks at CBDC as a way to counter cryptocurrencies: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/its-time-for-digital-currency-to-counter-crypto-says-rbi/articleshow/84662839.cms ;
Cashaa’s ambitious plans for crypto-friendly banking in India: https://indianexpress.com/article/business/banking-and-finance/cryptocurrency-bank-plans-india-operations-takes-cooperative-route-to-get-around-rbi-rules-7411089/ ;
Crypto businesses on a hiring spree in India: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/economy/digital-money-craze-india-is-mining-jobs-on-cryptocurrency-platforms-7210581.html ;
Bitbns changes the UPI ID and bank account details for INR deposits;
WazirX lists DOCK and Alpha Finance Lab tokens;
Zebpay lists 8 new tokens in its USDT market;
CoinSwitch Kuber delists Ripio Credit Network (RCN) token
Watch Elon Musk, Jack Dorsey and Cathie Wood at The ₿ Word event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zwx_7XAJ3p0

Delhi High Court issues notice to set up guidelines for crypto ads Jul 18, 2021

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Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Delhi High Court issues notice to set up guidelines for crypto ads: https://coincrunch.in/2021/07/14/delhi-hc-issues-notice-to-exchanges-centre-sebi-to-set-up-guidelines-for-crypto-ads-on-television/ ;
India’s Crypto Bill Will not be introduced in the Monsoon session of the Parliament: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DA2L-CRrTaY&t=8s ;
Women investors acing crypto trading in India: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/cryptocurrency/the-curious-case-of-women-acing-cryptocurrency-trading-in-india-7185001.html ;
Exchange Wars in India: https://inc42.com/datalab/who-is-winning-the-crypto-battle-in-india/ ;
Maharashtra rolls out blockchain-powered educational documents: https://www.business-standard.com/content/press-releases-ani/india-becomes-the-fourth-country-to-roll-out-blockchain-powered-educational-documents-121071601003_1.html ;
Zebpay introduces Earn feature: https://coincrunch.in/2021/07/13/zebpay-users-automatically-earn-returns-on-their-crypto-holdings/ ;
WazirX lists pNetwork’s PNT and district0x’s DNT tokens in its INR and USDT market;
Bitbns updates its Matic20 infrastructure;
CoinDCX lists Enjin on the CoinDCX Go App

Cabinet note on India’s new crypto bill now ready+Indian cryptocurrency exchanges report trading slump+more crypto news from India Jul 11, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Cabinet note on India’s new crypto bill now ready: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/plugging-gaps-in-gst-was-not-a-roving-expedition/article35070324.ece ;
Indian exchanges report trading slump: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/crypto-exchanges-use-trading-lull-to-build-capacity-improve-systems/articleshow/84173761.cms ;
ICICI bank stops users from using the LRS route to invest in crypto assets: https://inc42.com/buzz/icici-bank-users-can-no-longer-use-lrs-to-invest-in-crypto-assets/ ;
Indian decor brand The Rug Republic starts accepting crypto for payments: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/this-indian-decor-brand-is-accepting-cryptocurrencies-as-payments-11625824328642.html ;
Zebpay exchange set to launch crypto SIP platform ZEBB: https://zebb.com/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=posts&utm_campaign=zebb ;
CoinDCX exchange launches Liqueth (LQTH) token: https://blog.coindcx.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Liqueth-Litepaper.pdf ;
WazirX lists NKN, Mirror Protocol, Kusama Network and Origin Protocol tokens;
Bitbns exchange launches fixed income plans for Kardia Chain’s KAI token.
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15 million Indians now investing in crypto+Foreign crypto exchanges in India may have to pay 18% GST+More crypto news Jul 04, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
15 million Indians now investing in crypto: https://www.coindesk.com/india-bitcoin-crypto-investments-young-generation ;
Foreign crypto exchanges in India may have to pay 18% GST: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/foreign-crypto-exchanges-in-india-may-have-to-pay-18-gst-as-the-government-mulls-over-taxation/articleshow/84066450.cms ;
Indian cryptocurrency exchanges scrambling to secure permanent payment solutions: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/indian-crypto-exchanges-scramble-to-secure-viable-payment-solutions-as-banks-cut-ties-after-rbi-frown/articleshow/84013645.cms ;
Coinbase lays out roadmap for India: https://blog.coinbase.com/building-crypto-out-of-india-5cd5afa6d884 ;
Zebpay launches Zebpay Earn program;
WazirX teams up with TRM Labs to enhance its anti-fraud management: https://www.coindesk.com/binance-owned-indian-exchange-taps-trm-labs-for-anti-fraud-management ;
CoinDCX becomes title sponsor of the T20I Series between India and Sri Lanka: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/cryptocurrency-brand-coindcx-becomes-title-sponsor-of-the-t20i-series-between-india-and-sri-lanka/articleshow/84014247.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst
Bitbns becomes the official title associate sponsor for Wimbledon 2021 streaming on Hotstar;
CoinSwitch Kuber lists Ankr;
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New crypto tax on international exchange transactions+India’s super rich get easier access to crypto+more crypto news Jun 27, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India mulling a new crypto tax on foreign cryptocurrency exchange transactions: https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/trading-on-crypto-exchanges-based-outside-of-india-may-get-more-expensive/articleshow/83747213.cms ;
What is Equalisation Levy: https://cleartax.in/s/equalisation-levy ;
India’s super rich get easier access to crypto: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/exchanges-rolling-out-red-carpet-for-hnis-swarming-for-crypto-coins/articleshow/83758987.cms ;
Leading crypto exchanges coming together to lobby for regulation: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/top-crypto-exchanges-plan-multi-pronged-push-for-regulation/articleshow/83716658.cms ;
IDFC bank reportedly stops services to crypto businesses: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/now-idfc-first-bank-halts-banking-services-to-crypto-industry-11624537138102.html ;
TCS launches Quartz For Markets To Help Integrate Crypto Services With Existing Platforms: https://inc42.com/buzz/tcs-quartz-for-markets-to-help-integrate-crypto-assets-with-existing-platforms/
What is TCS Quartz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHpWRUJzrHA ;
Bengaluru police bust another ponzi scheme related to crypto: https://inc42.com/buzz/bengaluru-police-busts-another-crypto-related-ponzi-scheme/ ;
Bitbns introduces mandatory bank verification for safer INR withdrawals: https://bitbns.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/35000182227 ;
WazirX lists MDEX, Decred and CKB tokens;
Video Recommendation:
Crypto Dost on the Founder India Show, Talking about the retail investor mindset in Crypto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ruUuNPyoKw

Indian crypto industry continues to attract foreign funds+Raftaar becomes first Indian artist to accept crypto as fees Jun 20, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indian crypto industry continues to attract foreign funds even as Indian VCs stay away: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/indias-crypto-industry-attracts-foreign-funds-but-local-investors-remain-wary/articleshow/83615324.cms ;
Rapper Raftaar becomes first mainstream Indian artist to accept crypto as performance fees: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/india/rapper-raftaar-is-the-first-indian-artiste-to-accept-cryptocurrency-as-performance-fees-7057721.html ;
15 Banks Form New Company to Process Letters of Credit in India Using Blockchain Technology: https://www.coindesk.com/india-banks-blockchain-letters-of-credit-new-company ; DeFi Alliance starts India chapter: https://medium.com/defi-alliance/announcing-defi-alliance-india-chapter-8f55be4f1177 ;
Indian 'Crypto King' Arrested by Narcotics Control Bureau: https://news.bitcoin.com/indian-crypto-king-arrested-by-narcotics-control-bureau-wazirx-says-not-our-user/
Tezos launches the second edition of Tezos India Fellowship, apply here: https://tif2.devfolio.co/ ;
Polkadot announces winners of its hackathon program;
WazirX launches OTC desk for high value traders, learn more: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZd6tp-zJizyt-eKNi4O3uA59tyw77IDQceGyHWMJ5s/edit ;
Bitbns integrates Polygon for more cost-efficient transactions: https://medium.com/bitbns/bitbns-integrates-polygon-for-more-cost-efficient-transactions-3eccde9632dd ;
New Upcoming IEO on Ascent - FOHO Coin: https://medium.com/bitbns/new-upcoming-ieo-on-ascent-foho-coin-92c0700c21ae ;
CoinDCX lists AVAX on the CoinDCX Go App;

India May Classify Bitcoin as an Asset Class+Kraken, Bitfinex and Kucoin Eye India Entry+More Crypto News Jun 13, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India May Classify Bitcoin as an Asset Class Soon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EKixDTy7FQ&t=18s ;
Kraken, Bitfinex and Kucoin Eye India Entry: https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2021/6/9/cryptocurrency-exchanges-explore-ways-to-enter-india ;
ED issues show-cause notice to crypto exchange WazirX’s directors Nischal Shetty and Sameer Mhatre: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/ed-issues-show-cause-notice-to-wazirx-directors-nischal-shetty-and-sameer-mhatre-under-fema-7021191.html ;
Our Analysis on the Enforcement Directorate Issuing Show Cause Notice to WazirX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dgf3YPE1Slk ;
Haryana Police arrest four scamsters for crypto fraud: https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/haryana-police-arrests-four-in-cryptocurrency-fraud/articleshow/83400757.cms ;
Zebpay lists Matic token on its lending platform: https://zebpay.com/in/lending/ ;
Bitbns introduces SIPs in any listed token through the Google Sheets API: https://medium.com/bitbns/introducing-sip-in-any-token-via-google-sheets-api-bitbns-7f32e9cc169d ;
Reading Recommendation:
Should a fall in crypto trading volume concern Indian investors? https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/should-fall-in-crypto-trading-volume-concern-indian-investors-11623492774735.html ;

RBI Says Banks Cannot Stop People From Investing in Crypto based on 2018 Circular+Leading Exchanges Partner with IAMAI for Self Regulation Jun 06, 2021

Here are the top news headlines from India this week:
RBI Says Banks Cannot Stop People From Investing in Crypto based on 2018 Circular: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0UwESHdcmA&t=3s ;
Official RBI Notification: https://rbi.org.in/Scripts/NotificationUser.aspx?Id=12103&Mode=0
No change in RBI’s view on cryptocurrencies, says RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das: https://www.thehindu.com/business/Economy/no-change-in-rbis-view-on-cryptocurrencies-we-have-major-concerns-das/article34730687.ece ;
WazirX, CoinDCX and CoinSwitch Kuber partner with IAMAI to set up an advisory board for self-regulation: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/indias-cryptocurrency-industry-draws-up-legitimacy-plan/articleshow/83188685.cms ;
WazirX launches NFT platform: https://www.businesstoday.in/current/corporate/wazirx-announces-india-1st-nft-marketplace-amid-crypto-boom-wazirx-announces-india-1st-nft-marketplace-amid-crypto-boom/story/440549.html ;
See the WazirX NFT Marketplace here: https://nft.wazirx.org/drop ;
WazirX lists TKO token in its INR and USDT markets;
Bitbns exchange launches BNSPay App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bitbnspay&hl=en_US&gl=IN ;
Zebpay appoints former COO Avinash Shekhar as co-CEO: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/cryptocurrency/crypto-asset-exchange-zebpay-appoints-avinash-shekhar-as-its-co-ceo-6979021.html ;
CoinDCX exchange lists Polkastarter in its BNB, BTC, USDT and BUSD markets;
Reading Recommendation:
Cyber Dost Recommendations to Protect Investors from Crypto Frauds: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/gadgets-news/government-has-this-warning-for-bitcoin-and-other-cryptocurrency-investors/articleshow/83254280.cms ;

India’s crypto exchanges mulling legal route against RBI+HDFC Bank and SBI Cards warn customers dealing in cryptocurrencies+more crypto news May 30, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India’s crypto exchanges mulling legal route against the RBI diktat: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/cryptocurrency-exchanges-to-approach-sc-on-rbi-diktat/articleshow/83015528.cms ;
HDFC Bank and SBI Cards Warn Customers Of Restrictions if They Deal In Cryptocurrencies: https://www.bloombergquint.com/crypto/hdfc-bank-sbi-card-warn-customers-of-restrictions-if-they-deal-in-cryptocurrencies ;
Matter of time before Indians have legal access to crypto says HDFC Bank report: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/matter-of-time-before-indians-have-legal-access-to-crypto-hdfc-bank-report-11622184175571.html ;
Mark Cuban Invests in India’s Polygon Network: https://www.coindesk.com/mark-cuban-invests-in-ethereum-layer-2-polygon ;
Interview with Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWz7OzLuo7I&t=669s ;
Rajya Sabha MP Subramaniam Swamy calls Cryptocurrencies Unstoppable: https://www.republicworld.com/technology-news/other-tech-news/subramanian-swamy-shares-views-on-bitcoin-and-other-cryptocurrencies-calls-it-unstoppable.html ;
ZebPay launches lending Platform for investors to earn returns on crypto holdings;
Tamil Nadu government wants Implementation Partner for Building Its Blockchain Backbone Infrastructure: https://inc42.com/buzz/crypto-this-week-tim-draper-on-elon-musk-tamil-nadu-blockchain-infra/ ;
Moneycontrol joins hands with WazirX to launch Cryptocontrol: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/moneycontrol-makes-tracking-cryptocurrency-easy-through-its-association-with-wazirx-6944601.html ;
ENJIN, BTT and Pancake Swap listed on CoinDCX Go;
Reading Recommendation:
Follow Singapore model to regulate cryptocurrency in India: Experts
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Follow Singapore model to regulate cryptocurrency in India, say experts: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/follow-singapore-model-to-regulate-crypto-bacc/articleshow/82633813.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst

Indian government to set up new panel to study crypto regulations+Cryptocurrency exchanges continue to struggle with banks+more crypto news May 23, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indian government to set up a new panel to study crypto regulations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loK7CItREzs&t=2s ;
Exclusive: India may set up a new panel to study crypto regulations: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/govt-may-set-up-new-panel-to-study-crypto-regulations/articleshow/82746324.cms ;
Paytm Payments Bank Suspends Support for Cryptocurrency Exchanges: https://www.firstpost.com/tech/news-analysis/paytm-payments-bank-suspends-support-for-cryptocurrency-exchanges-why-banks-in-india-are-retreating-from-digital-currencies-9641521.html ;
Is Your Bank Not Supporting Cryptocurrency Trading: Here are 3 Things You Can Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2Uga4bO4ZI&t=13s ;
Wealth advisers in India face a flood of crypto queries: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/queries-on-crypto-have-wealth-advisors-in-india-in-a-tangle/articleshow/82804922.cms ;
Indian crypto exchanges face outages as crypto market crashes: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/desi-crypto-bourses-see-outage-as-bitcoin-cracks/articleshow/82788341.cms ;
Maharashtra government uses Matic blockchain to maintain COVID-19 test records;
Made-in-India Polygon is now among Top 20 crypto coins globally: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/made-in-india-blockchain-crosses-10-billion-market-cap/articleshow/82736935.cms ;
Interview with Matic Network Co-Founder Sandeep Nailwal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWz7OzLuo7I&t=669s ;
Trace Network Launches BLING – Marketplace for Lifestyle NFTs: https://coincrunch.in/2021/05/22/trace-network-launches-bling-marketplace-for-lifestyle-nfts/ ;
Leading crypto exchanges join Zebpay’s Bitcoin Pizza Party for COVID-19 relief drive: https://www.bitcoinpizza.com/ ;
Bitbns' BNS token is now on Binance Smart Chain: https://medium.com/bitbns/bns-token-is-now-on-binance-smart-chain-140a7d71bfbf ;
BNSD listed on 1inch Exchange: https://medium.com/bnsd-finance/bnsd-trading-has-now-started-on-1inch-exchange-a9c5a49de12b ;
WazirX Announces WRX Airdrop for Crypto Investors Who Bought SHIBA INU (SHIB) Token at High Prices: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2NLHCwooAw&t=38s ;
CoinDCX collaborates with RegTech and blockchain analytics provider Coinfirm: https://www.coinfirm.com/blog/india-coindcx-aml-coinfirm/

RBI tells lenders to reconsider ties with crypto exchanges+INDmoney adds crypto trading to its platform+more crypto news May 16, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
RBI tells lenders to reconsider ties with crypto exchanges: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/rbi-tells-lenders-to-re-consider-ties-with-crypto-exchanges-traders/articleshow/82602081.cms ;
Is Your Bank Not Supporting Cryptocurrency Trading: Here are 3 Things You Can Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2Uga4bO4ZI&t=6s ;
INDmoney adds crypto trading to its platform: https://inc42.com/buzz/indmoney-crypto-trading-amid-market-boom-will-other-investment-apps-follow-suit/ ;
Vitalik Buterin donates $1 billion dollars worth of Shiba Inu to COVID-19 relief campaign in India: https://techcrunch.com/2021/05/12/vitalik-buterin-donates-1-billion-worth-of-meme-coins-to-india-covid-relief-fund/ ;
DogeCoin and Shiba Inu mania burns hands of Indian investors: https://www.indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/wazirx-lists-shiba-inu-coin-in-india-at-higher-than-actual-price-blames-it-on-misconfiguration-1802429-2021-05-14 ;
WazirX Announces WRX Airdrop for Crypto Investors Who Bought SHIBA INU (SHIB) Token at High Prices: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2NLHCwooAw ;
Indians over 45 getting into crypto: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/indians-over-45-are-exploring-the-wild-west-of-cryptocurrency/articleshow/82581263.cms ;
Bitbns exchange announces mega listing initiative: https://medium.com/bitbns/33-token-96-hours-mega-listing-event-at-bitbns-ac486c6c8602 ;
Zebpay to launch Zebpay Lending Program soon: https://zebpay.com/in/lending/ ;
CoinDCX lists Ethereum Classic and ICP in its CoinDCX Go app;

NPCI refuses to ban cryptocurrency trades in India+IndiaTech provides recommendations on a progressive regulatory framework for crypto May 09, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) refuses to ban crypto trades in India: https://www.timesnownews.com/business-economy/industry/article/ncpi-which-runs-upi-refuses-to-ban-cryptocurrency-trades-in-india/753469 ;
Industry Body IndiaTech writes to the government on a progressive regulatory framework for crypto: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/startup/allow-taxation-on-cryptocurrency-gst-have-fdi-limits-crypto-industry-bodys-proposal-to-government-6862441.html ;
NEAR platform launches NEAR India Accelerator programme: https://inc42.com/buzz/near-launches-india-accelerator-for-blockchain-startups/ ;
Bitbns and Bitdroplet make it mandatory to whitelist addresses for crypto withdrawals: https://medium.com/bitdroplet/dear-bitdroplet-family-ad6c0d67f2b9 ;
WazirX lists Fantom, Verge, AVAX and LUNA in the INR market and BZX protocol in its INR and USDT market;
ZebPay's changes beneficiary bank account details for instant deposit via NEFT/IMPS/RTGS;
CoinDCX partners with Solana for the Solana Hackathon and Ecosystem Fund worth $20 million: https://blog.coindcx.com/solana-x-coindcx-hackathon-i-build-crypto-apps-that-scales/ ;
Reading Recommendation:
Indian Banks Still Cryptophobic Despite No Banking Prohibition: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indian-banks-still-cryptophobic-despite-no-banking-prohibition ;
Is Your Bank Not Supporting Cryptocurrency Trading: Here are 3 Things You Can Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2Uga4bO4ZI&t=3s ;

Ethereum Hits All-Time High+Former Cricketer Brett Lee Donates 1 Bitcoin for COVID-19 Relief Efforts in India+More Crypto News May 02, 2021

Donate Crypto to Sandeep Nailwal's Crypto Relief Campaign: https://cryptorelief.in/
Donate WRX, BUSD or USDT for COVID-19 relief efforts: https://donate.wazirx.com/
Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Ethereum Hits All-Time High;
Tweet thread by Spencer Noon - 10 signs $ETH is well on its way to $10k: https://twitter.com/spencernoon/status/1388141627764613122 ;
Cricketer Brett Lee donates 1 Bitcoin for COVID-19 relief efforts in India: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMt3lmVLBso&t=1s ;
Binance To Donate over 1000 Oxygen Connectors to India: https://coincrunch.in/2021/05/02/binance-to-donate-over-1000-oxygen-connectors-to-india-amid-covid-19-crisis/ ;
ICICI Bank Reportedly Shutting down Crypto Trades: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/forex/lack-of-clarity-icici-shuts-out-crypto-trades/articleshow/82334138.cms
Bitbns to provide users 3% annual returns on their crypto holdings: https://medium.com/bitbns/users-to-get-annual-return-on-hodling-20002c636239 ;
WazirX exchange launches QuickBuy option: https://blog.wazirx.com/wazirx-launches-quickbuy-option/
CoinDCX lists ATOM and UNI tokens on its CoinDCX Go app;
Unocoin lists BUSD in its INR market.
Reading Recommendation:
Could India become a tech powerhouse for innovation if it lands a pro-crypto policy?: https://www.financialexpress.com/money/cryptocurrency-could-india-become-a-tech-powerhouse-for-innovation-if-it-lands-a-pro-crypto-policy/2237377/ ;

Tiger Global invests $25 million in CoinSwitch Kuber+Vitalik Buterin Donates $600K in Crypto for COVID-19 Relief in India+More Crypto News Apr 25, 2021

Donate Crypto for COVID-19 Relief (Link to Sandeep Nailwal's Tweet): https://twitter.com/sandeepnailwal/status/1385968552679727113
Sign up on Bitbns to purchase the hardware wallet: https://ref.bitbns.com/96092
Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Tiger Global invests $25 million in CoinSwitch Kuber: https://www.bloombergquint.com/business/tiger-global-makes-25-million-bet-on-indian-crypto-exchange ;
Ethereum Co-Founder Vitalik Buterin Donates $600K in Crypto For COVID-19 Relief in India: https://gadgets.ndtv.com/internet/news/etheruem-cofounder-donates-covid-relief-100-eth-100mkr-rs-4-5-crore-india-vitalik-buterin-2421376 ;
Cryptocurrency exchanges in India on hiring frenzy as user base grows: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/cryptocurrency-exchanges-in-india-on-hiring-frenzy-as-user-base-grows/articleshow/82221820.cms ;
EY paper says Firms Like Ripple May Put ‘Competitive Pressure’ on Traditional Indian Banks: https://www.coindesk.com/ripple-blockchain-competitors-indian-banks ;
EasyFi network loses $6 million dollars in a hack: https://medium.com/easify-network/easyfi-security-incident-66c02a277a91 ;
New reports on a cryptocurrency ban start doing the rounds again: https://indianexpress.com/article/business/exit-window-likely-for-crypto-holders-old-transactions-to-be-under-scanner-7283861/ ;
Tata Steel and HSBC engage in a blockchain-enabled paperless trade deal: https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/a-global-first-tata-steel-hsbc-do-blockchain-enabled-paperless-trade-deal-121042100658_1.html ;
Bitbns decreased the minimum trade amount on crypto: https://medium.com/bitbns/we-have-massively-decreased-minimum-trade-amount-d0468defd603 ;
CoinDCX lists BUSD in its USDT market and Mirror Protocol in its BTC and USDT markets;
WazirX lists Sia coin and Dent coin its INR market and PUSH in its USDT and INR markets

Coinbase lists on NASDAQ+MoS Finance Anurag Thakur reiterates that Indian government will protect interests of crypto investors Apr 18, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Coinbase IPO on NASDAQ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iW0R7BUaHhM&t=24s ;
Binance launches Coinbase stock token: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQrJqJa9Gow&t=62s ;
Indian traders looking to cash in on Coinbase listing left disappointed: https://www.livemint.com/market/mark-to-market/indians-looking-at-coinbase-listing-in-lieu-of-cryptocurrency-left-disappointed-11618470681655.html ;
Invest in the Cryptocurrency Industry from India without Directly Investing in Crypto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NzRGr4b84k&t=86s ;
Minister of State for Finance Anurag Thakur reiterates that government will protect interests of crypto investors: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/will-ensure-interest-of-crypto-investors-is-protected-anurag-thakur-11618215067597.html ;
Crypto Exchange CoinSwitch Kuber Sees 3.5X Higher Sign-Ups After IPL Ad Blitz: https://inc42.com/buzz/coinswitch-kuber-sees-3-5x-higher-sign-ups-after-ipl-ad-blitz/ ;
Berlin Hard Fork Is Now Live on Ethereum: https://www.coindesk.com/berlin-hard-fork-is-now-live-on-ethereum ;
WazirX Completes 4th Quarterly WRX Burn: https://blog.wazirx.com/wazirx-completes-4th-quarterly-wrx-burn/ ;
Reading Recommendation:
Is there a future for Cryptocurrency in India? A look at recent discussions in Parliament: https://www.financialexpress.com/money/is-there-a-future-for-cryptocurrency-in-india-a-look-at-recent-discussions-in-parliament/2226036/ ;

Bitcoin Heading Towards a New ATH+Tech Mahindra to Launch Blockchain Solution for BFSI Clients+More Crypto News Apr 11, 2021

Our top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Bitcoin heading towards a new All-Time High;
Tech Mahindra to launch blockchain solution for BFSI clients: https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/tech-mahindra-to-launch-blockchain-solution-for-bfsi-clients-11617605916045.html ;
UNDP and Spices Board ink MoU for blockchain-powered system: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/spices-board-inks-deal-with-undp-to-develop-blockchain-powered-traceability-interface/article34255490.ece ;
CoinDCX introduces 7M token listing framework: https://coincrunch.in/2021/04/08/coindcx-go-introduces-7m-a-listing-framework/ ;
WazirX clocks $1.2 billion dollars in weekly trading volume;
Bitbns announces listing of Playcent;
Zebppay lists SwipeWallet’s SXP token in its INR market
Reading Recommendation:
Can digital currencies and crypto investors help close India’s SME financing gap?: https://pn.ispirt.in/can-digital-currencies-and-crypto-investors-help-close-indias-sme-financing-gap/

WRX token storms to its ATH as WazirX launches decentralized NFT Marketplace+Flipkart’s April Fool’s joke on Bitcoin+more crypto news Apr 06, 2021

Follow us on Twitter @TheCryptoDost: https://twitter.com/TheCryptoDost
Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
WRX token storms to all-time high as WazirX launches its decentralized NFT Marketplace: https://cryptopotato.com/wazirx-wrx-price-soars-250-to-ath-following-nft-platform-launch/ ; Flipkart’s April Fool’s joke boosts #IndiaWantsCrypto campaign;
Minister Anurag Thakur clarifies that gains arising from crypto are taxable: https://www.medianama.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/AU31051.pdf ;
Indian crypto companies submit a representation to the government to showcase crypto benefits: https://inc42.com/buzz/crypto-ban-will-lead-to-loss-of-innovation-says-industry/ ;
Cryptocurrency collective to reach out to FM, RBI to address concerns: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/latest-outreach-by-crypto-exchanges-addresses-governments-concerns/articleshow/81739103.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst
Polkadot and Web3 to Start Hackathon in India: https://coincrunch.in/2021/04/04/polkadot-and-web3-to-start-hackathon-in-india/ ;
Bitbns' BNS token hits ATH;

Indian Government asks companies to disclose crypto holdings+RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das speaks on cryptocurrencies+more crypto news Mar 28, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Ministry of Corporate Affairs asks companies to disclose crypto holdings: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/govt-asks-companies-to-disclose-crypto-transactions-and-holdings-11616669640449.html ;
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das speaks on cryptocurrencies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvecgJxauiI ;
Anurag Thakur answers six questions related to crypto in the Rajya Sabha: https://twitter.com/CryptooIndia/status/1374601848003301376/photo/2 ;
Reports about considering blocking IPs of crypto exchanges: https://www.businesstoday.in/current/economy-politics/centre-may-block-ip-addresses-of-cryptocurrency-exchanges/story/434503.html ;
Coinbase hiring in India: https://www.coindesk.com/coinbase-announces-new-presence-in-india-even-as-potential-ban-on-crypto-looms ;
India Explores Blockchain-Based E-Voting By 2024 General Elections: https://inc42.com/buzz/india-explores-blockchain-based-e-voting-by-2024-general-elections/ ;
Paxful Launches Built With Bitcoin: https://coincrunch.in/2021/03/25/paxful-launches-built-with-bitcoin/ ;
Reading Recommendation:
Decision Whether To Embrace Cryptocurrencies Or To 'Ban' Lies With People Of India, Not RBI: https://thelogicalindian.com/economics/decision-whether-to-embrace-cryptocurrencies-or-to-ban-lies-with-people-of-india-27614

Reuters report on crypto ban in India creates FUD+ Transak raises Rs 4.8 crore+more crypto news from India Mar 21, 2021

Here are the top news headlines from the cryptocurrency industry in India this week:
Reuters report on crypto ban in India creates FUD yet again: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-india-cryptocurrency-ban-idUSKBN2B60R0 ;
Fiat to crypto gateway Transak raises Rs 4.8 crore: https://www.livemint.com/companies/start-ups/fiattocrypto-gateway-transak-raises-rs-4-8-crore-to-expand-india-focus-11615878856740.html ;
Indian crypto investors Metapurse spend $69 Million on an NFT: https://metapurser.substack.com/p/nfts-the-first-5000-beeples ;
WazirX extends 50% trading fee discount with WRX for 6 more months;
Zebpay aims to double monthly transactions : https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-03-18/crypto-fever-has-oldest-indian-exchange-seeking-to-double-volume ;
CoinDCX lists Perpetual Protocol, Alice, Dego Finance and Beefy Finance
Reading Recommendation:
How to Create, Buy and Sell NFTs: https://www.coindesk.com/how-to-create-buy-sell-nfts?amp=1&__twitter_impression=true&s=09

Bitcoin price crosses $60,000+Nirmala Sitharaman confirms crypto won't be shut off in India+more crypto news Mar 14, 2021

Our top news headlines from the crypto industry this week
Bitcoin price crosses $60,000 dollars for the first time: https://www.theblockcrypto.com/linked/98250/bitcoin-60000-first-time ;
FM Nirmala Sitharaman reaffirms that crypto will not be shut off: https://twitter.com/IndiaToday/status/1370773406187057152 ;
New women crypto investors in India spike 1,400% in a year: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/number-of-new-women-investors-in-india-crypto-market-spikes-to-1-400-in-a-year-11615198334723.html ;
Women investors’ interest in cryptocurrencies rising: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/81384250.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst
Bitbns conducts token sale of Playcent Global;
WazirX celebrates its third birthday;
CoinDCX lists DOT, YFI and UNI in its INR market
Reading Recommendation:
India can utilise a regulatory sandbox under Sebi and encourage industry-friendly policies : https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/crypto-cryptex-india-can-utilise-a-regulatory-sandbox-under-sebi-and-encourage-industry-friendly-policies/2211558/

Nirmala Sitharaman says India will take a calibrated stance on cryptocurrencies+MoS Finance Anurag Thakur says government open to crypto Mar 07, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says India will take a calibrated stance on crypto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2kNVlxDCuk ;
Original CNBC TV-18 Interview of Nirmala Sitharaman: https://twitter.com/CNBCTV18News/status/1367810414679977987
Minister of State for Finance Anurag Thakur says government open to crypto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NglQtH_y0C8&t=5s ;
WazirX crosses $2 billion in trading volumes in February: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/indias-largest-crypto-exchange-crossed-2-billion-in-trading-volumes-in-feb-11614759147828.html ;
Bitbns introduces decentralized version of Bitdroplet platform: https://medium.com/bitbns/ann-49-major-steps-towards-a-decentralised-future-409c4ccb8a12 ;
Bitbns announces partnership with Paxful: https://medium.com/bitbns/bitbns-announces-a-powerful-partnership-with-paxful-db0c81c442c5 ;

Cryptocurrency Bill may not be tabled in the current Parliament session+Shaktikanta Das voices concerns about crypto+more crypto news Feb 28, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Cryptocurrency Bill may not be tabled in the current Parliament session: https://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/cryptocurrency-bill-may-not-be-tabled-in-the-current-parliament-session-121022600068_1.html ;
RBI governor Shaktikanta Das voices concerns about cryptocurrency: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/rbi-governor-shaktikanta-das-voices-major-concerns-about-cryptocurrency/articleshow/81187214.cms ;
SEBI wants promoters to sell crypto before IPO: https://cointelegraph.com/news/india-securities-regulator-to-reportedly-bar-ipo-promoters-from-holding-crypto ;
Big bull Rakesh Jhunjhunwala says Bitcoin must be banned in India: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/rakesh-jhunjhunwala-on-bitcoins-i-won-t-buy-it-even-for-5-11614099775377.html ;
Custom officials stop imports of hardware wallets;
Many Indian techies getting paid in crypto: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/many-indian-techies-get-paid-in-crypto-say-its-faster-and-easier/articleshow/81228848.cms ;
State Bank Of India joins JPMorgan’s Blockchain Network: https://www.pymnts.com/blockchain/2021/state-bank-of-india-joins-liink-jpmorgan-blockchain-network/ ;
Unocoin adopts blockchain-based Unstoppable Domains: http://get.unstoppabledomains.com/unocoin/ ;
CoinDCX lists DOGE and MATIC in its INR market;
Video Recommendation:
Crypto Traders Received Income Tax Notice, What to Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPFpD0NOhbM&t=3s

Crypto players form lobby group to stave off a potential ban in India+Cryptocurrency exchanges see 5x jump in new users+more news Feb 21, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Cryptocurrency players form lobby group to stave off a potential crypto ban: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/cryptocurrency-players-form-lobby-group-in-a-bid-to-stave-off-a-likely-ban-in-india/articleshow/81108603.cms ;
Crypto exchanges see up to 5x jump in new users: https://www.livemint.com/market/cryptocurrency/ban-talks-fail-to-deter-investors-crypto-bourses-see-up-to-5x-jump-in-new-users-11613733879190.html ;
Zebpay launches AAVE in its INR market;
CoinDCX lists NEM in its USDT market;
Bitbns updates bank account for INR deposits.
Reading Recommendation:
How India Legalizes Crypto: https://balajis.com/how-india-legalizes-crypto/

Indian crypto investors weigh options after reports of a crypto ban+Tesla’s Bitcoin investment sparks hope in India+more crypto news Feb 14, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indian crypto investors weigh options after multiple reports of a blanket crypto ban: https://www.bloombergquint.com/business/indias-crypto-investors-weigh-options-ahead-of-impending-ban ;
Tesla’s Bitcoin investment sparks hope in India: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IiGDL8ysr9I&t=1s
CoinDCX announces global crypto-to-crypto trading platform Cosmex: https://www.cryptodost.io/exchange/coindcx-announces-cosmex-new-crypto-to-crypto-trading-platform-for-global-audience.html ;
High Court dismisses FIR filed against Unocoin co-founders: https://news.unocoin.com/?p=1104 ;
CoinDCX lists EasyFi’s EASY token on DCX Margin;
WazirX announces support for the QiSwap airdrop for QTUM holders

Government may take ordinance route for passing the Crypto Banning Bill+Union Minister fields crypto related questions in the Rajya Sabha Feb 07, 2021

Support the India Wants Crypto Campaign: https://indiawantscrypto.net/
Support the India Wants Bitcoin Campaign: https://www.indiawantsbitcoin.org/
Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Government may take ordinance route for passing the Cryptocurrency and Regulation of Official Digital Currency Bill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FL1IeX0cyoo ;
Minister of State for Finance Anurag Singh Thakur responds to crypto related questions in the Rajya Sabha: https://twitter.com/NischalShetty/status/1356546582804525058/photo/1 ;
Indian exchanges launch campaign against the crypto ban bill: https://www.coindesk.com/india-cryptocurrency-exchanges-campaign-regulation-ban ;
RBI Report says 342 Firms Offer Crypto Services in India: https://coincrunch.in/2021/01/31/rbi-report-says-342-firms-offer-crypto-services-in-india/ ;
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) prepares draft framework for the use of blockchain technology in government services: https://indianexpress.com/article/business/it-min-suggests-blockchain-use-in-public-projects-7175027/ ;
Easyfi Network and WazirX introduced a new LP Staking program for EASY and WRX token holders;
Foodtech Startup SPRINK conducting a token sale on Bitbns’ Ascent platform;
Reading Recommendation:
Why India Should Buy Bitcoin: https://swarajyamag.com/economy/why-india-should-buy-bitcoin

India plans to introduce the Cryptocurrency and Regulation of Official Digital Currency Bill in the Parliament+More Crypto News Jan 31, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India plans to introduce the Cryptocurrency and Regulation of Official Digital Currency Bill in the Parliament: https://www.coindesk.com/indias-proposed-ban-of-private-cryptos-has-many-of-the-nations-investors-nervous
Jaideep Reddy's Tweet Thread: https://twitter.com/jrtechlaw/status/1355576711044243459?s=20 ;
Our analysis on whether India will ban cryptocurrency: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVkYL6eiJkg&t=15s ;
WazirX lists EasyFi and CRV in its INR market and Link in its WRX market;
CoinDCX lists Trust Wallet Token in its BTC and USDT market;
Bitbns lists four new fixed income plans based on Bitcoin and Ethereum
Reading Recommendation:
How Much Bitcoin Do Celebrities Own?: https://blog.wazirx.com/how-much-bitcoin-do-celebrities-own/

Indian crypto exchanges see over 500% Volume Growth Post-BTC All-Time Highs+CoinDCX launches CoinDCX Go App+More Crypto News Jan 24, 2021

Here are the top news headlines from India this week:
Indian crypto exchanges see over 500% Volume Growth Post-BTC All-Time Highs: https://bit2buzz.com/community/Crypto-Exchanges-in-India-Sees-Over-500-Volume-Growth-Post-BTC-ATH ;
CoinDCX launches CoinDCX Go App: https://www.coindesk.com/india-coindcx-exchange-cryptocurrency ;
User data suspected to be leaked from BuyUCoin exchange: https://coincrunch.in/2021/01/22/buyuccoin-crypto-exchange-hacked/ ;
Microsoft and Tanla Launch Blockchain-based Encrypted Messaging Infrastructure: https://www.coindesk.com/microsoft-indias-tanla-launch-encrypted-messaging-infrastructure-built-with-blockchain ;
Bitbns partners with decentralized gaming platform PlayCent: https://medium.com/bitbns/bitbns-x-playcent-collaboration-37442f5e90c4 ;
WazirX completes the third WRX burn event: https://blog.wazirx.com/wazirx-completes-3rd-quarterly-wrx-burn/ ;
Reading Recommendation:
How India’s cryptocurrency exchanges are countering dirty money: https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/how-india-s-cryptocurrency-exchanges-are-countering-dirty-money-11610971368439.html ;

Indian crypto businesses seek clarity on regulation ahead of Budget 2021+CoinSwitch Kuber Raises $15 million+more crypto news Jan 17, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from this week:
Indian crypto businesses seek clarity on regulation ahead of Budget 2021: https://inc42.com/buzz/union-budget-2021-indias-crypto-startups-seek-clarity-on-taxes-more/ ;
CoinSwitch Kuber Raises $15 million in Series A Funding: https://coincrunch.in/2021/01/14/coinswitch-kuber-just-raised-15-million-in-series-a-funding/ ;
Lawsuit filed against IQ Option for allegedly perpetrating crypto scam: https://news.bitcoin.com/lawsuit-global-cryptocurrency-scam-india/ ;
Bengaluru Police Seizes 31 Bitcoins Worth INR 9 Cr From Jailed Hacker: https://inc42.com/buzz/bengaluru-police-seizes-31-bitcoins-worth-inr-9-cr-from-jailed-hacker/ ;
CoinDCX unveils the name, logo and litepaper of its new ETH2 liquid backed token Liqueth: https://blog.coindcx.com/the-litepaper-of-liqueth-lqth-coindcx-eth-backed-token/ ;
Unocoin featured in the "Top 100 Startups to Watch" in India list ;
WazirX lists DOGE and Polkadot in its INR market

Indian exchanges act against suspicious accounts as Bitcoin crosses $40,000+Zebpay releases paper on Zebra token+more crypto news Jan 10, 2021

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from this week:
Indian exchanges act against suspicious accounts as Bitcoin crosses $40,000: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/indian-crypto-exchanges-freeze-suspicious-accounts-as-bitcoin-crosses-40000-11610084996856.html ;
Zebpay releases paper on Zebra token: https://zebpay.com/in/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/$ZEBRA-Paper.pdf ;
Bitbns partners with Cashaa to Provide Banking Services to Indian Crypto Traders: https://medium.com/cashaa/unicas-by-cashaa-partners-with-bitbns-to-provide-banking-services-to-indian-crypto-traders-d77d6c28c0b9 ;
CoinDCX partners with Zubi to launch a new course on DCXLearn: https://blog.coindcx.com/dcx-learn-partners-with-zubi/?utm_source=Twitter&utm_medium=SocialMedia&utm_campaign=ZubiPartnership ;
WazirX lists three new tokens.
Reading Recommendation:
How to Protect Yourself from Cryptocurrency Scams?: https://blog.coindcx.com/how-to-protect-yourself-from-cryptocurrency-scams/#utm_source=Twitter&utm_medium=SocialMedia&utm_campaign=Blog

India considering 18% GST on crypto transactions+Zebpay to launch three new services in 2021+more crypto news Jan 03, 2021

Check out our Crypto outlook for 2021: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLc7_N3AVLY&t=2s ;
Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India considering 18% GST on crypto transactions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAyYDMmVxNw&t=86s ;
Zebpay to launch three new services in 2021;
India Lending Platform Vauld Raises $2M to Grow Into a Full Crypto Bank: https://www.coindesk.com/india-lending-vauld-crypto-bank ;
Cashaa launches physical crypto bank in Jaipur: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indian-crypto-bank-opens-physical-location-eyes-100-branches-by-2022 ;
Kingpin of Rs 2.5 crore crypto scam arrested: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/kingpin-of-rs2-5-crore-cryptocurrency-fraud-arrested-on-arrival-from-dubai-2346437 ;
CoinDCX has adopted an automated algorithm for dynamic margin trading products: https://blog.coindcx.com/introducing-more-dynamic-and-trader-friendly-margin-on-coindcx/ ;
WazirX exchange lists NBS and GLM in its USDT market;
Bitbns exchange launches 24/7 live chat support;
Unocoin partners with Xangle to feature its Ticker: https://news.unocoin.com/?p=1099&utm_content=buffer5c75a&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer#crypto ;

CoinDCX Raises Rs 100 crores in Series B funding round+Ripple lawsuit worries Indian crypto exchanges+more crypto news Dec 27, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
CoinDCX Raises INR 100 crores ($13.9 Million) in Series B funding round: https://cryptodost.io/exchange/coindcx-raises-inr-100-crores-13-9-million-in-series-b-funding-round.html ;
Ripple lawsuit worries Indian crypto exchanges: https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/indian-crypto-exchanges-in-wait-and-watch-mode-on-ripple-11608884225807.html ;
WazirX lists BNB and Tron in its WRX market.
Reading Recommendation:
How can Indian investors benefit from new-age cryptocurrencies for wealth creation?: https://www.financialexpress.com/money/how-can-indian-investors-benefit-from-new-age-cryptocurrencies-for-wealth-creation/2156713/

Bitcoin crosses the $24,000 mark+Crypto excluded again from the second cohort of RBI’s regulatory sandbox+more crypto news Dec 20, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Bitcoin crosses the $24,000 mark: https://www.coindesk.com/bitcoin-briefly-tops-24k-setting-new-all-time-high ;
Crypto excluded again from the second cohort of RBI’s regulatory sandbox: rbi.org.in/scripts/PublicationReportDetails.aspx?UrlPage=&ID=1161 ;
CoinDCX set to launch Liquid ETH-backed token for users: https://cryptodost.io/exchange/coindcx-set-to-launch-liquid-eth-backed-token-for-users-partners-with-us-based-staked-to-provide-staking-services.html ;
WazirX lists XRP and YFI in its WRX market and Metal in its USDT market;
Bitbns exchange lists ORO in its INR market;
Unocoin celebrates its seventh birthday

Indian banks opening up to crypto exchanges+CoinDCX launches CoinDCX Go app+ Binance announces Crypto Gurukul program+more news Dec 14, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indian banks opening up to crypto exchanges: https://www.coindesk.com/indias-banks-are-once-more-serving-crypto-traders-and-exchanges ;
CoinDCX launches CoinDCX Go mobile app: https://info.coindcx.com/coindcx-go-simplest-app-to-buy-bitcoin/ ;
Binance announces Crypto Gurukul program: https://coincrunch.in/2020/12/07/binance-announces-crypto-gurukul-a-crypto-blockchain-education-platform/ ;
Gujarat Trader arrested for Rs 1000 crore crypto scam: https://inc42.com/buzz/gujarat-trader-arrested-over-online-betting-in-cryptocurrency-scam/ ;
WazirX lists DASH and GXChainGlobal
Reading Recommendation:
Steps that will help India stay in the crypto race: https://www.livemint.com/opinion/columns/steps-that-will-help-india-stay-in-the-crypto-race-11607875218551.html

Indians spending millions daily on cryptocurrency trading+Indian Tax Department monitoring crypto prices+more crypto news Dec 06, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indians spending millions daily on cryptocurrency trading: https://www.livemint.com/news/india/indians-are-spending-millions-daily-on-cryptocurrency-trading-11606906191740.html ;
Indian Tax Department monitoring crypto prices: https://coincrunch.in/2020/12/04/indian-tax-department-comes-monitoring-after-bitcoins-all-time-high/ ;
Crypto funding consortium Genezis Network launched: https://www.financialexpress.com/money/crypto-funding-consortium-genezis-network-launched/2141614/ ;
Unocoin launches Digital Asset Trading Platform built for professional traders: https://cryptodost.io/exchange/unocoin-launches-digital-asset-trading-platform-built-for-professional-traders.html ;
WazirX lists BUSD and ZEC in its INR market and Frontier token in its USDT market;
Bitbns announces the fundraising sale of OroPocket on Ascent: https://launchonascent.com/#/listing/1 ;
CoinSwitch Kuber Launches iOS App: https://inc42.com/buzz/survey-uncovers-challenges-for-crypto-adoption-in-india-more/ ;

Bitcoin price touches all time high in India+Lack of easy investment options a major concern for Indian crypto investors+more crypto news Nov 29, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Bitcoin price touches all time high in India: https://coincrunch.in/2020/11/24/bitcoin-all-time-high-india/ ;
Lack of easy investment options a major concern for crypto investors, reveals CoinDCX Mood of the Nation survey: https://cryptodost.io/exchange/lack-of-easy-and-seamless-investment-options-a-major-concern-for-potential-crypto-investors-coindcx-survey.html ;
CoinDCX to Launch an ETH-backed Token: https://blog.coindcx.com/coindcx-promises-to-launch-eth-backed-token-on-reaching-1-million-in-eth2-staking/?utm_source=Twitter&utm_medium=SM&utm_campaign=Token ;
WazirX allows users to convert crypto dost to WRX: https://blog.wazirx.com/convert-crypto-dust-to-wrx/ ;
Bitbns releases revamped UI: https://medium.com/bitbns/announcement-46-enhanced-ui-for-better-user-experience-a6976e3ad7a7

Crypto gains popularity in India amidst Bitcoin rally+ ZebPay Considering MasterCard Launch For Crypto Payments+More Crypto News Nov 22, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Crypto gains popularity in India amidst Bitcoin rally: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/finance/cryptos-gaining-currency-in-india-amid-bitcoin-rally/articleshow/79333807.cms ;
ZebPay ‘Considering’ MasterCard Launch For Crypto Payments: https://bitcoinworld.co.in/exclusive-zebpay-considering-mastercard-launch-for-crypto-payments/ ;
Bitbns to list seven new DeFi tokens: https://medium.com/bitbns/announcement-45-your-favorite-defi-tokens-are-coming-on-bitbns-726ba2ed68e3
WazirX exchange has listed Injective Labs’ INJ and Atom tokens
Other References:
Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan publishes paper on the regulation of cryptocurrency: https://news.bitcoin.com/pakistan-cryptocurrency-regulation/

ZebPay to launch NFT marketplace+WazirX adds WRX trading market+UAE-based Bitex enters India+more crypto news Nov 15, 2020

Here are the top crypto news headlines from India this week:
ZebPay to launch non-fungible crypto token and marketplace: https://cryptodost.io/news/zebpay-to-launch-indias-first-non-fungible-crypto-token-and-marketplace.html ;
WazirX adds WRX trading market: https://blog.wazirx.com/wazirx-adds-wrx-trading-market/ ; UAE-based Bitex exchange enters India: https://cryptodost.io/press-release/uae-digital-currency-exchange-major-bitex-enters-india.html ;
CoinDCX to Introduce User-Friendly Staking on ETH 2.0: https://cryptodost.io/press-release/coinbase-backed-coindcx-set-to-introduce-user-friendly-staking-on-eth-2-0.html ;
Reading Suggestion:
Does it make sense for Indians to buy bitcoin instead of gold this Diwali?: https://qz.com/india/1931811/dhanteras-2020-can-bitcoin-other-cryptocurrencies-replace-gold/

TCS to launch blockchain-powered insurance platform+Bitbns launches governance token BNSG+more crypto news Nov 08, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from this week:
TCS to launch blockchain-powered insurance platform: https://inc42.com/infocus/blockchain-this-week/tcs-b3i-to-launch-blockchain-powered-insurance-platform-more/ ;
Bitbns launches governance token BNSG: https://medium.com/bitbns/announcement-number-42-governance-is-here-bnsg-79bc699615e3 ;
Zebpay lists BNB token: https://zebpay.com/crypto/zebpay-launches-bnb-wait-what/?utm_source=SM&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=blog ;
WazirX enables Binance transfer option on Android: https://blog.wazirx.com/wazirx-binance-transfer-option-arrives-for-android/ ;
CoinDCX launches Mood of the Nation survey - Take the survey here: https://feedback-coindcx.typeform.com/to/aWh3LsrJ?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=SM&utm_campaign=E-MoodoftheNation

Coinbase eyes India expansion+Cashaa partners with co-operative credit society to expand India operations+more crypto news Nov 01, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Coinbase eyes India expansion: https://inc42.com/buzz/us-based-crypto-giant-coinbase-planning-india-expansion/ ;
Cashaa partners with co-operative credit society to expand India operations: https://www.livemint.com/money/crypto-platform-makes-banking-entry-in-india-with-co-op-credit-society-tie-up-11603715131262.html ;
Cashaa Expands to India as the Region’s First Crypto-Friendly Institution: https://coincrunch.in/2020/10/27/cashaa-expands-to-india-as-the-regions-first-crypto-friendly-institution/ ;
OroPocket to Launch India’s First Gold-backed Token: https://coincrunch.in/2020/10/26/oropocket-to-launch-indias-first-gold-backed-token/ ;
WRX Token now on Ethereum blockchain: https://blog.wazirx.com/wrx-token-now-on-ethereum-blockchain/ ;
Now Short 33 New Cryptos On CoinDCX’s Margin: https://blog.coindcx.com/now-short-33-new-cryptos-on-coindcx-margin/ ;
Reading Suggestion:
How crypto is now making a comeback: https://www.livemint.com/news/business-of-life/how-crypto-is-now-making-a-comeback-11603812823651.html

PayPal enters the crypto market+Indian DeFi protocol token EASY starts trading on Binance+More Crypto News Oct 25, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
PayPal enters the crypto market: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-paypal-cryptocurrency-idINKBN2761L6 ;
Indian DeFi protocol token EASY starts trading on Binance: https://coincrunch.in/2020/10/23/indian-defi-protocol-token-easy-starts-trading-on-binance/ ;
TCS launches blockchain quality engineering services suite: https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-cm/tcs-launches-blockchain-quality-engineering-services-suite-120102300232_1.html#:~:text=TCS%20has%20introduced%20a%20composite,settle%20at%20Rs%202%2C670.80%20yesterday. ;
Streamr enters India with a Data Challenge: https://coincrunch.in/2020/10/21/streamr-marks-its-entry-into-india-with-a-data-challenge/ ;
CoinDCX launches Instant INR Deposits: https://blog.coindcx.com/deposit-inr-and-buy-cryptos-instantly/
WazirX lists four new tokens;
Reading suggestion:
Bitcoin's Logo: The Story of the Big Orange “B”: https://decrypt.co/43923/bitcoins-logo-the-story-of-the-big-orange-b

India’s blockchain market estimated to reach $62.2 Bn by 2030+Unocoin to launch lending and interest-earning features+more crypto news Oct 18, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India’s blockchain market estimated to reach $62.2 Bn by 2030: https://inc42.com/infocus/blockchain-this-week/blockchain-this-week-pwcs-time-for-trust-report-2020-on-india-driving-blockchain-adoption-more/ ;
Unocoin looks to launch lending and interest-earning features: https://inc42.com/buzz/cryptocurrency-this-week-after-raising-fresh-fund-from-tim-draper-unocoin-looks-to-launch-lending-features-more/ ;
Bitbns launches decentralized token Launchpad platform Ascent: https://medium.com/bitbns/ascent-change-the-world-one-project-at-a-time-fd4988e6642b ;
Reading suggestion for the week:
The Case For Regulation Of Cryptocurrency In India: http://www.businessworld.in/article/The-Case-For-Regulation-Of-Cryptocurrency-In-India/14-10-2020-331443/ ;

Unocoin Raises Funding in Round Led by Tim Draper+Gujarat Police releases CyberCrime Book with a Chapter on Crypto+more crypto news Oct 11, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Unocoin Raises Undisclosed Funding in Round Led by Tim Draper: https://www.coindesk.com/tim-draper-leads-targeted-5m-series-a-for-india-crypto-exchange-unocoin ;
Gujarat Police release CyberCrime Book with a Chapter on Crypto: https://coincrunch.in/2020/10/05/gujarat-police-wrote-a-book-with-a-chapter-on-crypto/ ;
UPSC Paper features Question on Blockchain: https://coincrunch.in/2020/10/05/upsc-2020-prelims-general-studies-paper-had-a-question-on-blockchain/ ;
Cryptocurrency Wallet BRD sees growth in India: https://techcrunch.com/2020/10/06/cryptocurrency-wallet-brd-reaches-6-million-users-driven-by-growth-in-latin-america-and-india/ ;
WazirX begins second WRX burn event;
CoinDCX successfully supports ARN to ARNX token swap;
and Zebpay lists DAI in its INR market

Binance CFO Wei Zhou says crypto without regulation feels like the Wild Wild West in India+Crypto gaining popularity in Chennai+more news Oct 04, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Binance CFO Wei Zhou says crypto without regulation feels like the Wild Wild West: https://inc42.com/buzz/binance-cfo-says-crypto-without-regulation-like-wild-wild-west-more/ ;
Crypto gaining popularity in Chennai: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/chennaiites-turn-to-cryptocurrency-for-passive-income/articleshow/78375588.cms ;
DeFi platform Persistence raises $3.7M: https://coincrunch.in/2020/10/03/persistence-raises-3-7m-from-industry-heavyweights-to-bridge-traditional-finance-and-defi/ ;
Three Bengaluru-based firms under police scanner in Kerala for alleged crypto scam: https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2020/oct/02/three-bengaluru-based-firms-under-police-scanner-in-kerala-2204649.html ;
WazirX Discontinues Staking Feature: https://support.wazirx.com/hc/en-us/articles/900003029346 ;
Introducing VIP Fee Tiers on Zebpay: https://zebpay.com/new-features/introducing-our-vip-fee-tiers/ ;
Bitbns launches in Saudi Arabia;
Unocoin lists DeFi token UNI and derivatives token SNX;
Reading Suggestion:
Despite looming ban, industry remains optimistic on cryptocurrencies: https://www.forbesindia.com/article/real-issue/despite-looming-ban-industry-remains-optimistic-on-cryptocurrencies/62977/1 ;

BuyUCoin proposes regulatory framework for crypto+Ripple confirms that HDFC Bank has joined RippleNet+more crypto news Sep 27, 2020

BuyUCoin proposes a regulatory framework for crypto: https://cointelegraph.com/news/major-indian-exchange-proposes-new-regulatory-framework-to-avoid-crypto-ban ;
Law firm Writes to Government Against Crypto Ban: https://coincrunch.in/2020/09/20/law-firm-writes-to-government-against-crypto-ban/ ;
Ripple confirms that HDFC Bank has joined RippleNet: https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/ripple-officially-confirms-indias-largest-bank-joins-ripplenet/ ;
DeFi tokens gain popularity in India: https://qz.com/india/1904674/indian-crypto-investors-eye-defi-tokens-in-search-of-next-bitcoin/ ;
Tamil Nadu announces blockchain infrastructure policy: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indian-state-of-tamil-nadu-announces-blockchain-infrastructure-plan ;
Police probe crypto exchange PoloBit for allegedly perpetrating a scam: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indian-police-begin-probe-into-alleged-270k-cryptocurrency-exchange-scam ;
Zebpay launches bitcoin campaign on Disney Plus Hotstar: https://coinlist.me/news/zebpay-launches-bitcoin-campaign-on-disney-plus-hotstar/ ;
WazirX lists Sandbox in its USDT market;
EOS, TEZOS, and NEO now on Stake by CoinDCX: https://coincrunch.in/2020/09/22/eos-tezos-and-neo-now-on-stake-by-coindcx/ ;
BNS listing on Cointiger: https://medium.com/bitbns/announcement-34-bns-listing-on-cointiger-cb13c7a6e7cf
Reading suggestion for the week:
How is DeFi Re-defining Finance: https://community.nasscom.in/communities/emerging-tech/blockchain/how-is-defi-re-defining-finance.html ;

Bloomberg says India plans to introduce Law to Ban Cryptocurrency Trading+RBI Admits Supreme Court has Set Aside Banking Ban Circular Sep 20, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Bloomberg says India plans to Introduce Law to Ban Cryptocurrency Trading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxmSKIE-WJY ;
RBI Admits Supreme Court has Set Aside “Banking Ban” Circular: https://coincrunch.in/2020/09/16/rbi-annual-report-central-bank-admits-supreme-court-has-set-aside-banking-ban-circular/ ;
Uniswap’s UNI token listed on WazirX, Zebpay and CoinDCX;
Bitbns’ BNS and BNSD tokens listed on more global exchanges;
WazirX lists PolkaDot and IOTX;
Reading suggestion:
CoinDCX CEO Sumit Gupta's Open Letter to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman: https://blog.coindcx.com/support-cryptocurrency-growth-coindcxs-open-letter-to-fm-nirmala-sitharaman/

Tech Mahindra to build multiple blockchain solutions on Amazon’s blockchain+Binance extends Build for Bharat application deadline+more news Sep 13, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Tech Mahindra to build multiple blockchain solutions on Amazon’s blockchain: https://cointelegraph.com/news/tech-mahindra-to-build-multiple-blockchain-solutions-on-amazons-blockchain ;
Binance extends deadline for Build for Bharat program: https://coincrunch.in/2020/09/12/deadline-extended-on-build-for-bharat-binances-defi-hackathon-for-indian-blockchain-ecosystem/ ;
WazirX launches campus outreach program for leading Indian universities: https://blog.wazirx.com/wazirx-campus-outreach-iim-indore/ ;
BNS and BNSD tokens listed on Hotbit: https://medium.com/bitbns/announcement-no-30-bns-and-bnsd-listing-on-hotbit-1c307166917a
Reading suggestion for the week:
Common Mistakes to avoid while Farming/investing in DeFi tokens: https://coincrunch.in/2020/09/07/common-mistakes-to-avoid-while-farming-investing-in-defi-tokens/

PM Modi’s Twitter Account hacked to solicit funds in crypto+BearTax launches India’s first crypto tax tool+more crypto news Sep 06, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
PM Narendra Modi’s Twitter Account hacked to solicit relief funds in crypto: https://www.coindesk.com/hacker-hijacks-twitter-account-of-indian-prime-ministers-relief-fund-asks-followers-for-crypto ;
BearTax launches India’s first crypto accounting and tax tool: https://bear.tax/india/ ;
Cashaa eyes expansion after raising $5 million: https://coincrunch.in/2020/09/02/cashaa-raises-5-million-for-global-expansion-from-o1ex-eyes-crypto-friendly-neo-bank-in-india/ ;
Zebpay ranked among top 20 most trusted cryptocurrency exchanges for cybersecurity: https://cer.live/ ;
WazirX launches crypto staking: https://cointelegraph.com/news/binance-backed-wazirx-is-the-latest-indian-exchange-to-launch-staking ;
Bitbns enters DeFi with BNS Finance: https://medium.com/bitbns/huge-annnnnnnoucemeennnt-bns-going-defi-1c6f5bb0673 ;
Unocoin joins hands with Shyft Network for Anti Money Laundering initiative: https://www.coindesk.com/shyft-network-fatf-veriscope-huobi-bitfinex-tether ;
CoinDCX partners with Blockchain Council: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indian-exchange-coindcx-cements-crypto-educational-agenda

IMF publishes Cryptocurrency Explainer video+Crypto-INR volumes surge in India as trading shifts to exchanges+more crypto news Aug 30, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
IMF publishes Cryptocurrency Explainer video;
Crypto-rupee volumes surge in India as trading shifts to exchanges: https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/crypto-rupee-volumes-surge-in-india-as-trading-shifts-to-exchanges-11598521706951.html ;
Binance launches Build for Bharat Hackathon and Accelerator program: https://www.binance.com/en/blog/421499824684900897/Build-for-Bharat-DeFifocused-hackathon-and-accelerator-program-for-India ;
Bitbns launches Ethereum SIP on Bitdroplet
Podcast recommendation:
Paisa Vaisa podcast - Ep. 254: Crypto Special Part 1 with CoinDCX: https://ivmpodcasts.com/paisavaisa-episode-list/2020/8/24/ep-254-crypto-special-part-1-with-coindcx ;

Raghuram Rajan sees a role for Bitcoin in the future+Bitbns introduces nomination feature and a hardware wallet+more crypto news Aug 23, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Raghuram Rajan sees a role for Bitcoin in the future: https://decrypt.co/39292/former-rbi-governor-says-bitcoin-has-a-place-with-cbdcs?amp=1&s=09 ;
Bitbns introduces nomination feature: https://medium.com/bitbns/announcement-16-nomination-b4ad8ad883f7 ;
Bitbns launches hardware wallet: https://medium.com/bitbns/announcement-15-hardware-cold-wallet-from-bitbns-6d9399fefd9d ;
Unocoin lists six new tokens on Unodax;
Zebpay to not delist Kyber and OMG;
CoinDCX introduces four new DAI pairs;
CoinSwitch Kuber lists 10 DeFi tokens: https://coincrunch.in/2020/08/19/exclusive-after-yfi-coinswitch-kuber-to-list-nine-more-defi-tokens/
Reading suggestion for the week:
Are you lying to your bank about crypto trading?: https://coincrunch.in/2020/08/21/are-you-lying-to-your-bank-about-crypto-trading/

India may be starting its biggest Bitcoin bull run+ Ripple confirms On Demand Liquidity plans for India+more crypto news Aug 16, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India may be starting its biggest Bitcoin bull run: https://www.coindesk.com/india-may-be-starting-its-biggest-bitcoin-bull-run-yet ;
Ripple confirms On-Demand liquidity plans for India: https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/ripple-confirms-odl-plans-for-india-demands-regulatory-clarity/ ;
Paytm Payments Bank allegedly freezing accounts of crypto traders: https://news.bitcoin.com/paytm-freezes-indian-bank-accounts-cryptocurrency-trading/ ;
Mobile Crypto Scam Targets Wealthy Indian Investors: https://cointelegraph.com/news/mobile-crypto-scam-targets-wealthy-indian-investors ;
WazirX enters DeFi: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indian-crypto-exchange-wazirx-to-enter-defi-amid-uncertain-regulations ;
Announcing WazirX Automated Market Maker Protocol: https://blog.wazirx.com/announcing-wazirx-automated-market-maker-protocol/ ;
Bitbns new announcements: https://medium.com/bitbns ;
PAXG: Bringing gold to ZebPay: https://blog.zebpay.com/paxg-bringing-gold-to-zebpay-b6fa4051ec54 ;
Unocoin lists Chainlink;
CoinDCX lists Serum

Moneycontrol article says India looking to ban cryptocurrencies+CoinDCX launches crypto staking+more crypto news Aug 09, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Moneycontrol article says India looking to ban cryptocurrencies: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/economy/india-to-ban-trade-in-cryptocurrency-government-working-on-a-law-5642461.html ;
CoinDCX exchange launches crypto staking: https://www.coindesk.com/coindcx-becomes-first-india-exchange-to-offer-users-crypto-staking ;
Zebpay launches OTC Desk: https://otc.zebpay.com/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=otclaunch ;
WazirX launches Education Partners Program: https://blog.wazirx.com/wazirx-education-partners/
Unocoin launches Systematic Buying Program with as little as Rs 10;
Reading suggestion for the week:
Ethereum 2.0: How it works and why it matters: https://www.coindesk.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/ETH-2.0-072120.pdf

Indian government is yet to approve crypto ban bill+Investor interest rises in India after Bitcoin crosses $11,000+more crypto news Aug 02, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indian government is yet to approve crypto ban bill: https://coincrunch.in/2020/07/28/govt-of-india-yet-to-approve-2019-crypto-ban-bill-inter-ministerial-consultation-started/ ;
Investor interest rises in India after Bitcoin crosses $11,000: https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/as-bitcoin-tops-11-000-level-investor-interest-in-india-on-the-rise-11596004432049.html ;
Indian Users 5 Times More Likely to Encounter Crypto Hacking: https://www.coindesk.com/indian-users-almost-five-times-more-likely-to-encounter-crypto-hacking-report ;
KuCoin conducts BNS IEO through Lottery Tickets and Flash Sale: https://www.kucoin.com/news/en-bitbns-gets-listed-on-kucoin ;
BNS token release schedule + IEO with KuCoin: https://medium.com/bitbns/bns-token-release-schedule-ieo-with-kucoin-d03608b88a01 ;
CoinDCX lists Electroneum

Narendra Modi endorses blockchain technology+Blockchain.com’s Garrick Hileman says India falling behind crypto innovation+more crypto news Jul 25, 2020

My interview in Crypto Spotlight series by CoinDCX: https://blog.coindcx.com/crypto-spotlight-feature-2-with-shashank-venkat/
Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
PM Narendra Modi endorses blockchain as a frontier technology: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indian-pm-backs-blockchain-as-frontier-technology ;
Blockchain.com’s Garrick Hileman says India falling behind crypto innovation: https://www.dqindia.com/india-risks-falling-behind-to-other-tech-hubs-in-cryptocurrency-innovation-garrick-hileman-blockchain-com/ ;
Bitfury’s Crypto Forensic Tool now available in India: https://coincrunch.in/2020/07/20/humanstar-brings-bitfurys-crypto-forensic-tool-to-india/ ;
Zebpay announces launch of Zebpay OTC: https://otc.zebpay.com/
Bitbns’ BNS token sale to be held on KuCoin Spotlight: https://www.kucoin.com/news/en-introduce-bitbns-token-sale ;
Read the Bitcoin white paper in Hindi: https://blog.wazirx.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Bitcoin-Whitepaper-Hindi.pdf

Subhash Chandra Garg says crypto can be regulated as a commodity+ NSE working on keeping crypto tech ready+more crypto news Jul 19, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Former Finance Secretary Subhash Chandra Garg says crypto can be regulated as a commodity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=Ydt5Ivgx5PQ&feature=emb_logo
NSE Chief Technology and Operations Officer Shiv Kumar says regulators have asked us to keep crypto tech-ready;
OkEx launches P2P platform for crypto INR trading: https://coincrunch.in/2020/07/16/okex-peer-to-peer-exchange-inr-india/ ;
WRX listed on Bitmart: https://blog.wazirx.com/wrx-is-listing-on-bitmart/ ;
Join the WazirX Warriors program: https://blog.wazirx.com/warriors/ ;
Digital wallet provider Sylo teams up with Bitbns: https://www.coindesk.com/crypto-wallet-provider-sylo-targets-growing-india-market-through-exchange-partnership
Zebpay lists ChainLink token;
Reading suggestion for the week:
Is It Time To Include Cryptocurrencies In Your Portfolio?: http://www.businessworld.in/article/Is-It-Time-To-Include-Cryptocurrencies-In-Your-Portfolio-/13-07-2020-296917/

TCS launches crypto trading solution+Tech Mahindra's blockchain platform for media industry+more crypto news Jul 12, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
TCS launches crypto trading solution: https://www.equitybulls.com/admin/news2006/news_det.asp?id=269702 ;
Detailed analysis - CS Launches Cryptocurrency Trading Solution: Will this force the Indian government to take notice? : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHpWRUJzrHA&t=15s
Tech Mahindra to launch blockchain platform for the media industry: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/ites/tech-mahindra-to-launch-blockchain-based-platform-for-media-entertainment/articleshow/76852147.cms ;
Crypto exchange Cashaa hacked and 336 BTC stolen: https://coincrunch.in/2020/07/11/cryptocurrency-exchange-cashaa-reports-hack-says-336-btc-stolen/ ;
WazirX to list five DEFI tokens;
Bitbns to launch five new FIPs;
CoinDCX lists Synthetix Network token

Crypto Investment App B21 Expands to India+Ripple says India's regulatory uncertainty stifling crypto investment+more crypto news Jul 05, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Crypto Investment App B21 Expands to India: https://inc42.com/buzz/b21-launches-cryptocurrency-investment-and-portfolio-management-app-in-india/ ;
India's regulatory uncertainty stifling crypto investment, says Ripple: https://decrypt.co/34490/indias-regulatory-uncertainty-stifling-crypto-investment-says-ripple ;
Arbitrager by Bitbns: https://medium.com/bitbns/arbitrager-by-bitbns-2813f55f2852 ;
Move BTC, BNB and WRX between WazirX and Binance wallets for ZERO FEE: https://blog.wazirx.com/move-btc-bnb-and-wrx-between-wazirx-and-binance-wallets-for-zero-fee/ ;
Reading Suggestion for the week
India will Lose Trillions Due to Crypto Ban, says Adv P M Mishra: hindustantimes.com/brand-post/india-will-lose-trillions-due-to-crypto-ban-says-adv-p-m-mishra/story-SD9aoXdzkCDfTxiRXG6Z7O.html

WRX listed on Poloniex+CoinDCX launches 24x7 support+Bitbns lists new Fixed Income Plan for USDT Jun 28, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
WRX listed on Poloniex: https://blog.wazirx.com/wrx-is-listed-on-poloniex/ ;
1st Quarter WRX Burn Event: https://blog.wazirx.com/1st-quarter-wrx-burn-event/ ;
CoinDCX launches 24x7 customer support: https://blog.coindcx.com/24x7-support-available-now/ ;
Orchid(OXT) is now listed on CoinDCX: https://blog.coindcx.com/orchid-oxt-is-now-listed-on-coindcx/ ;
Bitbns lists new Fixed Income Plan for USDT.
Reading suggestion for the week:
DeFi is ready for India, but are Indian authorities ready for crypto?: https://decrypt.co/33325/defi-is-ready-for-india-but-are-indian-authorities-ready-for-crypto

Binance Joins IAMAI+Ripple suggests policy framework for cryptocurrencies in India+more crypto news Jun 21, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Binance Joins the Internet and Mobile Association of India: https://www.binance.com/en/blog/421499824684900678/Binance-Joins-the-Internet-and-Mobile-Association-of-India ;
Ripple suggests policy framework for cryptocurrencies in India: https://ripple.com/insights/policy-framework-for-digital-assets-in-india ;
CoinDCX launches crypto learning academy DCXLearn: https://blog.coindcx.com/coindcx-launches-dcx-learn/ ;
Bitbns joins the Open Payments Coalition: https://medium.com/bitbns/paving-new-ways-with-payid-aa678d2fecfd ;
WazirX launches new blog: https://blog.wazirx.com/
Zebpay lists Matic Network ;
Reading suggestion for the week:
From virtual pets to India’s first bitcoin startup: How Unocoin changed the crypto game in India: https://yourstory.com/2020/06/india-first-bitcoin-startup-unocoin-sathvik-vishwanath

Indian government moves ahead with plan to ban crypto+Koinfox Raises Seed Funding from Amesten Assets+more cryptocurrency news Jun 14, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indian government moves ahead with plans to ban cryptocurrencies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GY4g2zaNYI ;
Koinfox Raises Seed Funding from Amesten Assets: https://coincrunch.in/2020/06/13/koinfox-seed-round-amesten-asset-sachin-jain/ ;
Anand Mahindra Invests $1 Mn in Indian Startup that uses Steem Blockchain: https://coincrunch.in/2020/06/10/anand-mahindra-invests-1-mn-in-startup-that-uses-steem-blockchain/ ;
Five people booked for crypto scam in Maharashtra: https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2020/jun/13/five-booked-in-cryptocurrency-scam-in-maharashtras-palghar-2156191.html ;
CoinDCX to reimburse funds to user who lost 3 Bitcoins from their wallet: https://blog.coindcx.com/coindcx-security-review-an-incident-report/

India’s Crypto P2P trading volume soars despite economic crisis+Tech Mahindra launches blockchain courses+more crypto news Jun 07, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India’s Crypto P2P trading volume soars despite economic crisis: https://news.bitcoin.com/indias-crypto-trading-volume-soars-economic-crisis/ ;
Tech Mahindra launches blockchain certification: https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/indian-software-giant-tech-mahindra-to-offer-certificate-course-on-blockchain-technology ;
CoinDCX partners with Onfido to reduce KYC verification time: https://blog.coindcx.com/coindcx-partners-with-onfido/ ;
Zebpay offers nominee option to users: https://www.zebpay.com/in/nominee
WazirX lists Tomochain and Chromia.
Weekend Reading Suggestion:
Regulating cryptocurrency exchanges: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/regulating-cryptocurrency-exchanges-6437742/

Matic Network joins hands with Infosys+RBI clarifies that banks can open accounts for crypto firms+more crypto news May 31, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Matic Network joins hands with Infosys: https://blog.matic.network/nyse-listed-40bn-indian-tech-icon-infosys-joins-matic-network-as-early-validator/ ;
RBI clarifies that banks can open accounts for crypto firms: https://coincrunch.in/2020/05/25/rbi-clarifies-no-prohibition-on-banks-to-open-accounts-for-crypto-firms/ ;
CoinDCX raises $2.5 million dollars in investment led by Polychain Capital and Coinbase Ventures: https://blog.coindcx.com/coindcx-secures-us-2-5-million-funding/
WazirX’s WRX unlock schedule begins from 31st May 2020: https://medium.com/wazirx/wrx-unlock-31st-may-2020-fce8aa95ac48 ;
Bitbns lists Super Zero Protocol and Attila.

Bitbns launches Fixed Income Plans for cryptocurrencies+Unocoin re-introduces auto sell option for Bitcoin+more crypto news May 24, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Bitbns launches Fixed Income Plans for cryptocurrencies: https://medium.com/bitbns/introducing-fixed-income-plan-3bc59a18aed2 ;
Unocoin re-introduces auto sell option for Bitcoin: https://news.unocoin.com/?p=994 ;
WazirX faces downtime issue: https://support.wazirx.com/hc/en-us/articles/900000944426 ;
Indian exchanges support Tron’s JUST airdrop program.
Weekend Reading Suggestion:
Why Covid-19 Can Accelerate Adoption of Cryptocurrencies And Blockchain?: https://inc42.com/resources/covid-19-will-likely-accelerate-adoption-of-cryptocurrencies-and-blockchain-technology/

CoinDCX partners with Bitgo+Blockchain firm Agri10x works with Indian government to boost farmer incomes+more crypto news May 17, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
CoinDCX partners with Bitgo for custody services: https://cryptodost.io/press-release/bitgo-named-custodian-for-coindcx-indias-largest-and-safest-cryptocurrency-exchange.html ;
Blockchain firm Agri10x works with Indian government to boost farmer incomes: https://www.coindesk.com/blockchain-firm-partners-indian-government-to-boost-earnings-for-farmers ;
Unocoin integrates with Intotheblock.com;
WazirX lists Matic Network and Band Protocol
Reading suggestion for the week:
Next Generation of Currencies- the Digital Currencies: https://subhashchandragarg.blogspot.com/2020/05/next-generation-of-currencies-digital.html?spref=tw

Indian crypto exchanges approach RBI seeking clarity on status & taxation+New exchanges CoinSwitch Kuber & Bitpolo launch in India+more news May 10, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Cryptocurrency exchanges approach RBI seeking clarity on status and taxation: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/banking/finance/banking/cryptocurrency-exchanges-approach-rbi-seeking-clarity-on-status-taxability/articleshow/75523505.cms ;
New Crypto exchanges CoinSwitch Kuber and Bitpolo launch in India: https://news.bitcoin.com/new-cryptocurrency-exchanges-india/ ;
Indian exchanges continue to see good growth during Lockdown: https://news.bitcoin.com/indian-crypto-boom/ ;
Binance launches Polaris to support crypto entrepreneurs: https://www.binance.com/en/blog/421499824684900565/Introducing-Polaris-Become-a-Cryptopreneur ;
Unocoin introduces instant loans and bill payments: https://news.unocoin.com/?p=920 ;
WazirX launches Trading View Charts: https://medium.com/wazirx/tradingview-chart-on-wazirx-b13e60d1d776 ;
WRX listed on FTX: https://medium.com/wazirx/wrx-is-listed-on-ftx-%EF%B8%8F-9fd1efbfbcf8 ;
Bitbns launches instant INR withdrawals: https://coincrunch.in/2020/05/08/bitbns-instant-withdrawal/ ;
CoinDCX lists STP Network, Chromia and SwftCoin;
Reading suggestion for the week:
Crypto Regulatory Clarity in India: The Missing Piece to Mass Adoption: https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-regulatory-clarity-in-india-the-missing-piece-to-mass-adoption ;

Banks not supporting crypto exchanges despite SC verdict+Unocoin launches instant INR deposits and withdrawals+more crypto news May 03, 2020

Set up a Bitcoin SIP on Bitdroplet and earn 1 USDT free Bitcoin: https://ref.bitdroplet.com/96092
Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Banks not supporting crypto exchanges despite Supreme Court verdict: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjP_F_VgbiI ;
Unocoin launches instant INR deposits and withdrawals: https://news.unocoin.com/?p=968 ;
Bitbns starts BTC withdrawals on Bitdroplet;
CoinDCX lists Crypto.com’s CRO token: https://coincrunch.in/2020/04/28/coindcx-lists-crypto-coms-cro-token-paired-with-inr-and-btc/ ;
Zebpay lists TRON, USDT and Bitcoin Cash in its INR market;
WazirX lists TRON in its INR market.
Reading Suggestion for the week:
Why Indians Need Cryptocurrencies Like Bitcoin?: https://coincrunch.in/2020/03/17/why-indians-need-cryptocurrencies-like-bitcoin/ ;

Facebook Reliance deal likely to boost crypto adoption in India+Unocoin introduces SIP for Ethereum+more crypto news Apr 26, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Facebook-Reliance Jio deal likely to boost crypto adoption in India: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtPDhDjQpQs&t=2s ;
Unocoin introduces SIP for Ethereum: https://news.unocoin.com/?p=949 ;
Bitbns allows crypto purchases through credit cards;
WazirX lists Harmony Protocol token and introduces new features;
Giottus allows users to add up to five accounts: https://coincrunch.in/2020/04/22/giottus-exchange-launches-support-for-multiple-bank-accounts-for-inr-deposits-and-withdrawals/
Weekend Reading Suggestion:
Crypto Long & Short: DeFi and Traditional Finance Are Forming an Unlikely Friendship: https://www.coindesk.com/defi-traditional-finance-friendship

Binance P2P adds support for INR+WRX listed on Binance DEX+WazirX lists BUSD+more crypto news from India Apr 19, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Binance P2P adds support for INR: https://binance.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360041836912 ;
WRX listed on Binance DEX;
WazirX lists BUSD: https://medium.com/wazirx/binance-usd-busd-on-wazirx-d1bb3178f5a9
Bitbns announces details about BNS token sale Phase 3: https://medium.com/bitbns/going-big-with-bns-token-sale-phase-3-d4c91c465bd0 ;
CoinDCX launches instant INR withdrawals;

Crypto Trading Volumes Rise in India amidst the COVID-19 crisis+CoinDCX to list MCO token+more cryptocurrency news Apr 12, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Crypto Trading Volumes Rise in India amidst the COVID-19 lockdown: https://www.coindesk.com/crypto-trading-volumes-rise-in-india-after-banking-crisis-covid-19-lockdown ;
Indian Bitcoin Trading Volumes Accelerate post SC Judgment on Local and International Exchanges: https://coincrunch.in/2020/04/08/indian-bitcoin-trading-volumes-accelerate-post-sc-judgment-on-local-and-international-exchanges/
CoinDCX to list MCO token: https://support.coindcx.com/support/discussions/topics/36000015529
Bitbns supports direct bank transactions on Bitdroplet;
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Paxful survey reveals strong appetite for cryptocurrencies in India+Indian exchanges reduce USDT withdrawal fees+more cryptocurrency news Apr 05, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Paxful survey reveals strong appetite for cryptocurrencies in India: https://cointelegraph.com/news/survey-reflects-indias-strong-sentiment-towards-crypto-before-and-after-ban ;
Indian crypto exchanges reduce USDT withdrawal fees after community call;
Indian State Ministry official Discusses Cryptocurrency Plans With Founders of India Crypto Bulls Roadshow: https://news.bitcoin.com/india-ministry-cryptocurrency/ ;
WazirX introduces instant INR deposits and INR/WRX trading pair;
Bitbns announces new trading fee structure: https://medium.com/bitbns/the-best-trading-fee-structure-is-here-82c0c3e2058d ;
Mobikwik integrates with Zebpay and BuyUCoin exchange

Tech Mahindra uses R3’s Corda blockchain+RBI in no compulsion to file review against the SC Judgement before April 3+more news Mar 29, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Tech Mahindra speeds up transactions with R3’s Corda blockchain: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indian-tech-giant-mahindra-speeds-up-cross-border-transactions-with-blockchain
RBI under no compulsion to file review against the crypto Judgement before April 3rd;
CoinDCX raises $3 million dollars in Series A funding round: https://www.theblockcrypto.com/post/59657/bitmex-operator-polychain-lead-3m-series-a-for-indian-crypto-exchange-coindcx ;
Bitbns announces partnership with Mobikwik for INR deposits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWvK6FpHRyM ;
WazirX temporarily halts WRX as a fee option;
Reading suggestion for the week:
India Crypto Renaissance: Industry Sees Rebirth as RBI Crypto Ban Lifts: https://cointelegraph.com/news/india-crypto-renaissance-industry-sees-rebirth-as-rbi-crypto-ban-lifts

Indian government considering regulation of cryptocurrencies+Indian lawmakers investigate two cryptocurrency exchanges+more crypto news Mar 22, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India considering regulation of cryptocurrencies: https://www.bloombergquint.com/law-and-policy/india-crypto-news-india-may-consider-regulation-of-cryptocurrencies ;
Indian lawmakers investigate fraud by crypto exchanges: https://news.bitcoin.com/indian-government-bitcoin-businesses/ ;
American VC investor Tim Draper keen to invest in Indian crypto startups: https://inc42.com/features/keen-to-invest-in-crypto-startups-in-india-tim-draper/ ;
Binance and WazirX launches $50 million dollar ‘Blockchain for India’ Fund: https://medium.com/wazirx/introducing-blockchain-for-india-50-million-fund-backed-by-wazirx-binance-d4009f432a5d ;
Zebpay launches new INR trading pairs;
Bitbns’ BNS Pre-Public Token Sale second phase begins on March 23rd;
Reading suggestion for the week:
India can use YES Bank debacle to push cryptocurrency: https://www.deccanherald.com/opinion/india-can-use-yes-bank-debacle-to-push-cryptocurrency-814072.html
Watch our YouTube videos:
Indian government may regulate cryptocurrencies, SEBI likely to regulate crypto exchanges: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiOgk--RCaY&t=6s
Bitbns' Pre Public BNS Token Sale Goes Live: Phase 1 Over in 18 Seconds, Phase 2 to begin soon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmnD2sUQ834

Coronavirus hits the crypto markets+Fintech Lawyers asks RBI to direct banks to allow crypto transactions+Kraken plans India expansion Mar 15, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Coronavirus hits the crypto markets hard as Bitcoin prices come tumbling down: https://www.news18.com/news/tech/coronavirus-hits-cryptocurrencies-hard-as-bitcoin-gets-riddled-with-inconsistency-2536001.html ;
Law firm Fintech Lawyers asks the government and RBI to direct banks to allow crypto transactions: https://inc42.com/buzz/banks-await-directions-from-rbi-on-cryptocurrency-transactions/ ;
Kraken Exchange plans India expansion: https://blog.kraken.com/post/4145/kraken-announces-recommitment-to-indian-market-following-supreme-court-ruling/ ;
CoinDCX to invest $1.3 million dollars to boost cryptocurrency adoption in India: https://yourstory.com/2020/03/funding-alert-cryptocurrency-exchange-coindcx-trycrypto
India Crypto Bulls Roadshow coming to 15 Indian cities: https://news.bitcoin.com/crypto-bulls-roadshow-india/ ;
Bitbns completes phase 1 of its pre-public BNS token sale: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmnD2sUQ834 ;
Zebpay starts instant INR deposits;
Reading suggestion for the week:
Cryptocurrencies have got a new life in India. Policymakers can grab it and flourish, or regret: https://qz.com/india/1813111/india-must-not-mess-up-with-bitcoin-other-cryptocurrencies-now/

Supreme Court lifts RBI’s banking ban+Indian cryptocurrency exchanges open banking channels+Road ahead for the Indian crypto industry Mar 08, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Supreme Court lifts RBI’s banking ban: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGiXtL7A5jE ;
Indian exchanges open banking channels;
The road ahead for the Indian crypto industry;
WazirX announces collaboration with global prime broker Troy Trade: https://medium.com/troy-trade/troy-collaborates-with-india-exchange-wazirx-in-brokerage-system-integration-78920a43b7b2 ;
Bitbns exchange to launch the pre-public BNS token sale;
CoinDCX exchange announces a scheme to earn Free BTC worth INR 500 for new depositors: https://support.coindcx.com/support/discussions/topics/36000014972 ;
Koinfox has become an official Binance Broker Partner: https://coincrunch.in/2020/03/05/india-based-crypto-trading-terminal-koinfox-becomes-binance-broker-partner/ ;
Checkout blockchain policy specialist Tanvi Ratna's analysis of the Supreme Court Judgement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGt6Ez1LrC8
Read the entire Supreme Court judgment here: https://main.sci.gov.in/supremecourt/2018/19230/19230_2018_4_1501_21151_Judgement_04-Mar-2020.pdf
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Blockchain-based Transaction Framework XPay.Life Launched in India+SC to Hear Amit Bhardwaj Case on March 17th+More Crypto News Mar 01, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Blockchain-based Transaction Framework XPay.Life Launched In India: https://inc42.com/buzz/blockchain-deployed-to-track-drugs-and-hemp-xpay-life-comes-to-india-more/ ;
Supreme Court to Hear Amit Bhardwaj Case On March 17th;
Transak partners with WazirX to power its fiat on-ramps: https://medium.com/@transak/transak-partners-with-wazirx-to-power-its-inr-fiat-onramp-72756c02859b ;
WazirX Trading Fees Update: https://medium.com/wazirx/wazirx-trading-fees-update-a18ee8752b35
CoinDCX receives “Excellence in Finance – Companies” award at FiNext Awards 2020: https://thebitcoinnews.com/coindcx-recognised-for-excellence-in-finance-at-finext-awards-2020/ ;
Weekend Reading Suggestion:
Should govt come up with a treaty on crypto-assets?: https://www.businesstoday.in/opinion/columns/crypto-assets-should-govt-come-up-with-a-treaty-cryptocurrencies-virtual-currencies-bitcoin/story/396785.html

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse calls for regulatory clarity on cryptocurrencies+BSNL implements blockchain technology+more crypto news Feb 23, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse calls for regulatory clarity on cryptocurrencies in India: https://coinpedia.org/news/ripple-news/ripple-ceo-india-needs-more-regulatory-clarity-to-adopt-cryptos/ ;
BSNL implements blockchain technology to reduce spam calls: https://www.ledgerinsights.com/bsnl-blockchain-telecom-spam-calls/ ;
India’s Maharashtra state to come out with 'Blockchain Policy' soon: https://government.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/technology/maharashtra-to-come-out-with-state-blockchain-policy-soon/74074086 ;
Bitbns launches one-month fee-free trading on its USDT markets and introduces intra-exchange arbitrage: https://medium.com/bitbns/the-fee-free-month-offer-51693f4361f1 ;
WazirX launches first-ever airdrop for WRX holders: https://twitter.com/WazirXIndia/status/1229420717369962497 ;
CoinDCX announces two new trading pairs on DCXtrade and DCXmargin: https://support.coindcx.com/support/discussions/topics/36000014768
Weekend reading suggestion:
Top Blockchain Companies in India Making a Mark: https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/cryptocurrency-news/blockchain-technology/top-blockchain-companies-in-india-making-a-mark/

Election Commission to use blockchain to increase voter turnout+OKEx partners with CoinDCX to expand in India+More Crypto News Feb 16, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Election Commission to use blockchain to increase voter turnout: https://inc42.com/buzz/election-commission-to-use-blockchain-to-increase-voter-turnout/ ;
OKEx partners with CoinDCX to expand in India: https://cryptodost.io/news/coindcx-announces-strategic-partnership-with-okex.html ;
Bitbns offers early bird offer for its BNS token sale;
Check out our video about BNS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSIvRSR7W-Q ;
WazirX completes integration with Binance;
Tamil Nadu police issue warning against cryptocurrency use: https://btcmanager.com/india-tamil-nadu-state-police-cryptocurrency/?q=/india-tamil-nadu-state-police-cryptocurrency/ ;
Weekend reading:
Exclusive Interview: Dilip Krishnaswamy of Jio talks about Blockchain adoption in India: https://blockmanity.com/interview/exclusive-interview-dilip-krishnaswamy-of-jio-talks-about-blockchain-adoption-in-india/

Telangana Government Launches Blockchain Accelerator Programme+ WazirX’s WRX IEO on Binance Launchpad+More Crypto News from India Feb 09, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Telangana state government launches blockchain accelerator programme: https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2020/feb/04/telangana-government-launches-blockchain-accelerator-programme-for-startups-2098762.html ;
WazirX’s WRX IEO on Binance Launchpad a resounding success: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indias-first-ieo-gives-local-community-a-much-needed-breath-of-fresh-air ;
Binance to Integrate WazirX’s P2P Trading Platform: https://www.binance.com/en/support/articles/360039624751 ;
Read the Blockmanity interview with co-founder of Binance, Yi He: https://blockmanity.com/news/interview-news/exclusive-interview-with-co-founder-of-binance-yi-he-india-is-the-next-big-market-for-binance/
CoinDCX CEO Sumit Gupta shares his predictions for the crypto industry in 2020: https://blocktribune.com/crypto-outlook-trends-and-driving-forces-of-2020/

RBI vs Cryptocurrency Case Hearings Come to an End+ Budget 2020 does not Mention Blockchain or Cryptocurrency+More Crypto News from India Feb 01, 2020

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RBI vs Cryptocurrency Case hearings come to an end: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4E8oHlJe_x4 ;
Budget 2020 does not mention blockchain or cryptocurrency;
Niti Aayog releases draft paper on Blockchain: https://niti.gov.in/sites/default/files/2020-01/Blockchain_The_India_Strategy_Part_I.pdf ;
Zebpay returns to India: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CGEr7L3c2U&feature=youtu.be ;

RBI Cryptocurrency Case Hearings Continue in Supreme Court+IT Ministry Inaugurates Blockchain CoE in Bengaluru+More Crypto News from India Jan 26, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
RBI vs Cryptocurrency Case Hearings Continue in the Supreme Court;
Check out our videos here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ESGfSJDU4w&t=294s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jsoci-xP-tA&t=626s
Indian Government opens Blockchain Center of Excellence in Bengaluru: https://news.bitcoin.com/indian-minister-blockchain-center-of-excellence/
Crypto App developer conferred with Bal Bharati Puraskar 2020;
WazirX’s WRX Token Sale on Binance Launchpad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-h2CWZuABQ&t=1s
WRX Release Schedule + Sign Up Bonus Update: https://medium.com/wazirx/wrx-release-schedule-sign-up-bonus-update-86cb48a3a2ec
Sign up on WRX through our link to earn 25 WRX: https://wazirx.com/#/invite/fbdsb
CoinDCX featured among the top emerging global blockchain startups: https://tracxn.com/d/emerging-startups/top-blockchain-startups-2020 ;
Sign the Bitbns Petition to regulate cryptocurrencies: https://www.change.org/p/cryptocurrency-traders-cryptocurrency-regulation-from-finance-ministry-of-india-514363dd-f5b2-4943-a740-fbfcb6d2bf9c?utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=custom_url&recruited_by_id=37be2970-3ce8-11ea-ac32-11583bb32bba
Email template to send letters to the Finance Ministry: https://medium.com/bitbns/freedom-for-crypto-b0f517be6915

Three Days of RBI Cryptocurrency Case Hearings in the Supreme Court+ More Crypto News from India Jan 19, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Three Days of RBI Cryptocurrency Case Hearings in the Supreme Court;
WazirX CEO Nischal Shetty calls for clarity on crypto regulations in Budget 2020: https://www.financialexpress.com/budget/budget-2020-banned-since-2018-cryptocurrency-market-seeks-clarity-on-regulations-from-fm-sitharaman/ ;
Bitbns to return transaction fee for deposits over 500 USDT: https://medium.com/bitbns/hey-traders-eb0f97cbb356 ;
Check out our videos covering the developments in the RBI Cryptocurrency Case in the Supreme Court:
Jan 14th: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Yw0sjwdSGE&t=5s
Jan 15th: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RboU7yINPQs&t=49s
Jan 16th: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlW78zxmvC0&t=20s

RBI Cryptocurrency Case to be heard in the Supreme Court on January 14th+ Kerala plans to leverage blockchain technology+more crypto news Jan 12, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
RBI Cryptocurrency Matter to be heard in the Supreme Court on January 14, 2020;
Kerala government plans to leverage blockchain technology: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/kerala-may-take-the-lead-in-leveraging-blockchain/articleshow/73133050.cms?from=mdr ;
Coin Crunch India releases Blockchain Catalysts of India 2019 report: https://coincrunch.in/2020/01/09/blockchain-catalysts-2019/ ;
Indian users can soon deposit and withdraw INR directly from Binance;
CoinDCX lists Origin Token: https://support.coindcx.com/support/discussions/topics/36000014034 ;
CoinDCX exchange extends their customer support hours: https://support.coindcx.com/support/discussions/topics/36000014059

Subhash Chandra Garg says cryptocurrencies will not survive+Telangana and Andhra Pradesh leading blockchain adoption+more crypto news Jan 04, 2020

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Subhash Chandra Garg says cryptocurrencies will not survive: https://inc42.com/buzz/private-cryptocurrency-entrepreneurs-motivated-by-personal-fortune-subhash-chandra-garg/
David Nage on CoinDesk about crypto critics: https://www.coindesk.com/blockchain-projects-are-just-entering-the-netscape-phase
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh leading Blockchain adoption in India: https://m.dailyhunt.in/news/india/english/inc42-epaper-inc/blockchain+this+week+telangana+andra+pradesh+leading+blockchain+wave+blockchain+solving+food+wastage+and+more-newsid-156588670
WazirX and Bitbns support Ethereum’s Muir Glacier network upgrade.

NPCI announces its permissioned blockchain platform Vajra+YouTube faces backlash after deleting crypto content+more crypto news from India Dec 28, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
NPCI announces its permissioned blockchain platform Vajra: https://cryptodost.io/news/npci-introduces-permissioned-blockchain-for-payments.html ;
YouTube faces backlash for removing crypto videos: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/business/google-faces-backlash-for-removing-cryptocurrency-videos-from-youtube/articleshow/73000620.cms ;
Kids from farming background win India's Largest Blockchain and AI Hackathon: https://gadgets.ndtv.com/internet/news/farmers-kids-win-india-s-largest-artificial-intelligence-blockchain-hackathon-2153762 ;
CoinDCX lists FTX token: https://support.coindcx.com/support/discussions/topics/36000013891
Reading Recommendation:
India's Cryptocurrency Dilemma: https://www.moneylife.in/article/indias-cryptocurrency-dilemma/58926.html

Subramanian Swamy reportedly says crypto is inevitable+Income tax officials want to investigate crypto transactions+more crypto news Dec 21, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Rajya Sabha MP Subramanian Swamy reportedly says cryptocurrencies are inevitable: https://news.bitcoin.com/indian-lawmaker-says-cryptocurrency-is-inevitable/ ;
Indian Income-tax officials undergoing training to investigate crypto transactions: https://cointelegraph.com/news/indias-income-tax-department-is-secretly-training-its-officials-to-investigate-cryptocurrencies ;
Thane Municipal Corporation completes pilot blockchain project: https://inc42.com/buzz/blockchain-this-week-kerala-to-create-blockchain-experts-diamond-industrys-blockchain-tech-and-more/ ;
WazirX reduces P2P confirmation time: https://medium.com/wazirx/how-we-reduced-p2p-confirmation-time-by-75-e96860f3f8b ;
CoinDCX introduces sub-accounts: https://blog.coindcx.com/what-are-sub-accounts-on-coindcx/ ;
Bitbns celebrates two-year anniversary.

Blockchain jobs rising fastest in India+WazirX ends phase 1 of WRX mining+CoinDCX brings Unwind to Delhi Dec 14, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Blockchain jobs rising fastest in India: https://business.linkedin.com/content/dam/me/business/en-us/talent-solutions/emerging-jobs-report/India_EJR_2020_Final.pdf ;
WazirX ends phase 1 of WRX mining: https://medium.com/wazirx/wrx-giveaway-mining-update-december-2019-2958f2494b73 ;
CoinDCX brings Unwind to Delhi;

RBI Continues Hardline Stance Against Cryptocurrencies+Self-Proclaimed Godman wants to use Crypto+More Crypto News from India Dec 08, 2019

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Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India:
RBI continues hardline stance against cryptocurrencies: https://inc42.com/buzz/rbi-plans-to-launch-indias-own-cryptocurrency/
Self-Proclaimed godman Nithyanand plans to use crypto in his island nation: https://thenextweb.com/hardfork/2019/12/05/cryptocurrency-godman-india-nithyananda-kailaasa-island-sovereign-bitcoin/
Bitbns announces support for Ethereum’s Istanbul upgrade;
CoinDCX exchange announces a new referral program;
Don't forget to check out Pomp's Off the Chain podcast featuring WazirX CEO Nischal Shetty: https://player.fm/series/off-the-chain-2428336/nischal-shetty-founder-ceo-of-wazirx-the-real-view-of-crypto-in-india

India working on a national blockchain policy+SettleMint starts India operations+Binance opens INR gateway+Bitbns launches Bitdroplet Dec 01, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India working on a national blockchain policy: https://www.theblockcrypto.com/post/48590/india-is-developing-a-national-blockchain-strategy ;
Blockchain giant SettleMint starts India operations: https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ani/belgium-based-blockchain-tech-leader-settlemint-launches-operations-in-india-119112800929_1.html ;
Binance opens INR gateway on its platform: https://www.binance.com/en/support/articles/360036435852 ;
Bitbns launches Bitdroplet for Bitcoin SIPs: https://medium.com/@bitdroplet/introducing-bitdroplet-towards-finance-freedom-one-droplet-at-a-time-b1da48f5c074

RBI Cryptocurrency Matter Adjourned to January 14, 2020+Binance Acquires WazirX+More Crypto News from India Nov 23, 2019

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Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
RBI Cryptocurrency Matter Adjourned to January 14th, 2020;
Binance Acquires Indian Crypto Exchange WazirX: https://cryptodost.io/india/wazirx-acquired-by-binance-will-continue-to-function-independently.html ;
Government of Telangana takes Zebi’s help to counter fake academic certificates: https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2019/nov/19/blockchain-tech-to-be-used-for-jawaharlal-nehru-technological-university-hyderabad-certificates-2063681.html ;
WazirX launches STF Commissions and Payouts: https://medium.com/wazirx/stf-commission-payouts-on-wazirx-98bad80a7c47 ;
Bitbns lists FUN token;
CoinDCX opens instant INR withdrawals & deposits on all days between 7 am & 9 pm;

Banning of Cryptocurrencies Bill will not be introduced in Parliament’s winter session+BRICS mulling common cryptocurrency+more crypto news Nov 16, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Banning of Cryptocurrencies Bill will not be introduced in Parliament’s winter session: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2AEVdi-RHwM ;
BRICS considering common cryptocurrency for payment settlements: https://www.theblockcrypto.com/post/47230/brics-member-nations-propose-creating-a-cryptocurrency-for-payment-settlements ;
Bitbns and WazirX to support BCHABC protocol upgrade;
WazirX to launch a new STF feature next week.

India losing the crypto race to China+Bithumb wants Indian partners for its new blockchain platform+more crypto news Nov 10, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India losing the crypto race to China: https://www.cnbctv18.com/views/india-is-losing-to-china-in-the-blockchain-and-digital-assets-market-4665121.htm ;
Bithumb wants Indian partners for its new blockchain platform: https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/bithumb-wants-indian-partners-for-its-new-blockchain-platform-11573114208117.html ;
WazirX delists 21 INR Market pairs: https://medium.com/wazirx/delisting-inr-market-pairs-from-wazirx-16e8d5659860

World Economic Forum explores Blockchain use cases for India+Indian Blockchain Startups get support from AE Ventures+more crypto news Nov 03, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
World Economic Forum explores Blockchain use cases for India: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2019/10/how-indias-governments-can-build-better-contracts-with-blockchain/
India’s Emerging Blockchain Startups get AE Ventures Accelerator Boost: https://inc42.com/buzz/indias-emerging-blockchain-startups-to-get-ae-ventures-accelerator-boost/ ;
First Crypto Grievance Reported on crypto Complaints Forum: https://cryptocomplaints.org/exchange-is-not-allowing-the-funds-withdrawal/ ;
Tamil Nadu to create state-level policy for blockchain technology: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/tn-to-release-state-level-polices-for-blockchain-ai/articleshow/71827935.cms ;
Tea Board of India Mulls use of blockchain to free Indian tea from adulteration: https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/tea-board-mulls-using-blockchain-to-free-indian-tea-from-adulteration-119102900867_1.html ;
Nischal Shetty's India Wants Crypto campaign completes one year;
CoinDCX hosts Unwind with Crypto.

FM Nirmala Sitharaman speaks about cryptocurrencies+SBI Chairman Rajnish Kumar bats for regulated cryptocurrencies+more crypto news Oct 27, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman speaks about cryptocurrencies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZwMrZQqHRM ;
SBI Chairman Rajnish Kumar bats for regulated cryptocurrencies: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/indicators/indian-economy-in-transition-phase-growth-to-come-back-sbi-chairman/articleshow/71735967.cms ;
43 crore cryptocurrency scam unearthed in Gujarat: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/6-arrested-in-rs-43cr-crypto-scam/articleshow/71748030.cms
CoinDCX starts Muhurat Trading for Cryptocurrencies: https://cryptodost.io/exchange/muhurat-trading-in-the-cryptocurrency-market-now-available-on-coindcx.html

Cryptocurrency Case Hearing on November 19th+Bitfury to set up Blockchain Innovation Centre In Hyderabad+Oxford Dictionary Adds Satoshi Oct 19, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Cryptocurrency Case Now Scheduled for Hearing on November 19th;
Bitfury to set up Blockchain Innovation Centre In Hyderabad: https://www.outlookindia.com/newsscroll/bitfury-to-set-up-blockchain-innovation-centre-in-hyd/1639233 ;
Oxford English Dictionary Adds the word Satoshi.

UNICEF Launches Cryptocurrency Fund+DBS Bank Warns Against Crypto Use+Other Crypto News from India Oct 13, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
UNICEF Launches Cryptocurrency Fund: https://cryptodost.io/press-release/unicef-launches-cryptocurrency-fund.html ;
DBS bank warns against cryptocurrency use;
WazirX introduces trading reports: https://cryptodost.io/exchange/wazirx-users-can-now-access-trading-reports.html ;
CoinDCX represents the cryptocurrency community at TechSparks 2019: https://cryptodost.io/event/coindcx-at-techsparks-2019-promoting-the-future-of-fintech.html

RBI Cryptocurrency Case Scheduled for Hearing on October 15th+Bithumb exchange plans to enter Indian market+more crypto news from India Oct 06, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
RBI Cryptocurrency Case Scheduled for Hearing on October 15th;
Bithumb exchange plans to enter Indian market: https://inc42.com/buzz/koreas-bithumb-urges-india-govt-to-regulate-cryptocurrency-bitcoin/;
Indian Police Can’t Sell Seized Crypto Due to RBI’s Banking Ban: https://cryptodost.io/india/indian-police-cant-sell-seized-crypto-due-to-rbis-banking-ban.html ;
Hyderabad-based startup InstaDapp raises $2.4 million dollars: https://cryptodost.io/india/hyderabad-based-instadapp-raises-2-4-million.html

RBI Crypto Case Does not Reach for Hearing in the Supreme Court, Balaji Srinivasan speaks out against the India's stand on crypto+more news Sep 28, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
RBI Cryptocurrency Case Does not Reach for Hearing this week;
Influencer Balaji Srinivasan speaks out against the Indian government’s stand on crypto;
JP Morgan Chase Onboards Seven Indian Banks to its Blockchain Platform: https://cryptodost.io/news/jp-morgan-chase-onboards-seven-indian-banks-to-its-blockchain-platform.html ;
WazirX introduces new features on P2P;
CoinDCX announces new partnership with KoinFox: https://www.koinfox.com/coindcx.html

RBI responds to IAMAI representation+WazirX CEO Nischal Shetty meets BJP MP Rajeev Chandrasekhar+more crypto news from India Sep 21, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
RBI responds to IAMAI as per Supreme Court orders: https://cryptodost.io/news/rbi-responds-to-iamai-as-per-supreme-court-orders.html ;
Nischal Shetty Meets BJP MP to Discuss Crypto Regulations: https://cryptodost.io/india/nischal-shetty-meets-bjp-mp-to-discuss-crypto-regulations.html ;
WazirX releases new STFs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U4ZcI9h28w ;
Bitbns unveils more features of BNS token: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSIvRSR7W-Q

Rajya Sabha MP Rajeev Chandrasekhar gives hope to the Indian crypto community+KBC brings cryptocurrency mainstream+more crypto news Sep 15, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Rajya Sabha MP Rajeev Chandrasekhar gives hope to the Indian crypto community: https://cryptodost.io/india/bjp-mp-rajeev-chandrasekhar-raises-hopes-of-cryptocurrency-regulations-in-india.html ;
Listen to Charlie Shrem's Untold Stories podcast featuring Rajeev Chandrasekhar: https://blockworksgroup.io/podcasts/untold-stories-rajeev-chandrasekhar-indias-views-on-crypto ;
Kaun Banega Crorepati brings crypto mainstream: https://cryptodost.io/bitcoin/kaun-banega-crorepati-features-question-on-cryptocurrency.html ;
RBI looking for a tech-savvy CEO ;
WazirX launches Smart Token Fund: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U4ZcI9h28w

Government committee acknowledges potential of cryptocurrencies+Bitbns announces BNS token+More Crypto News from India Sep 08, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Government committee acknowledges potential of cryptocurrencies and ICOs: https://coincrunch.in/2019/09/03/steering-committee-dea-blockchain-ico-revolutionising-fintech/ ;
Report of the Steering Committee on Fintech: https://dea.gov.in/sites/default/files/Report%20of%20the%20Steering%20Committee%20on%20Fintech.pdf ;
Bitbns launches BNS token: https://bitbns.com/bns/#why
BNS White Paper: https://bitbns.com/bns/whitepaper%201.2.pdf
Kerala Blockchain Academy Partners with R3 for Dev Education: https://cointelegraph.com/news/the-indian-kerala-blockchain-academy-partnered-with-r3 ;
CoinDCX exchange partners with Bracket Trading Platform Koinfox: https://coincrunch.in/2019/09/04/bracket-trading-platform-koinfox-coindcx-partnership/ ;

Crypto Influencer Charlie Shrem meets BJP MP Rajeev Chandrasekhar+Indian investors looking to increase allocation to crypto+more crypto news Sep 01, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
BJP MP Rajeev Chandrasekhar meets crypto influencer Charlie Shrem;
Indian investors looking to increase allocation to cryptocurrencies: https://www.theblockcrypto.com/tiny/nearly-10-of-indias-richest-investors-are-looking-to-increase-allocation-to-cryptocurrency/ ;
Bitbns enters into a strategic partnership with OkEx: https://coincrunch.in/2019/08/28/okex-bitbns-parternship-india/ ;
WazirX Announces Smart Token Fund: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U4ZcI9h28w&t=5s ;
CoinRecoil withdraws petition challenging RBI’s banking ban: https://coincrunch.in/2019/08/27/first-crypto-exchange-challenging-rbi-court-withdrawn-petition/

Supreme Court gives RBI two weeks to respond to representation given by exchanges+more crypto news from India Aug 25, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week;
Supreme Court Gives RBI Two Weeks to Respond to Representation Given by Exchanges: https://cryptodost.io/india/supreme-court-gives-rbi-two-weeks-to-respond-to-representation-given-by-exchanges.html ;
Detailed analysis on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yCsJZezRXQ ;
Maharashtra announces regulatory sandbox for blockchain technology: https://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report-maharashtra-to-use-blockchain-technology-in-agriculture-marketing-vehicle-registration-2782991 ;
Bitbns supports the Zebi Mainnet swap.

Supreme Court continues hearing on the RBI banking ban+Reliance announces its blockchain plans+More Crypto News from India Aug 18, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Supreme Court continues hearing on the RBI banking ban: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwjpPGzXrH8 ;
Reliance announces its blockchain plans: https://cryptodost.io/blockchain/reliance-blockchain.html ;
Crypto firm Bitcoin India faces allegations of fraud: https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/crypto-firm-bitcoin-india-accused-cheating-investors-it-puts-onus-rbi-107284 ;
DCXInsta Turns One: https://blog.coindcx.com/dcxinsta-turns-1/

Supreme Court hears Cryptocurrency Case+India to lose $13 billion if cryptocurrency is banned+More Crypto News Aug 11, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Supreme Court hears cryptocurrency case: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBFK0WNE5EQ
India estimated to lose $13 billion if crypto is banned: https://cryptodost.io/india/india-estimated-to-lose-nearly-13-billion-market-if-it-bans-cryptocurrencies.html ;
NASSCOM comes out in support of cryptocurrency regulations again;
CoinDCX to help with Income tax filing for cryptocurrency investors.
References:
Supreme Court Adjourns Cryptocurrency Case as Government Seeks to Introduce Banning of Cryptocurrency Bill in Parliament: https://cryptodost.io/india/supreme-court-adjourns-cryptocurrency-case-as-government-seeks-to-introduce-banning-of-cryptocurrency-bill-in-parliament.html
Supreme Court Hears Arguments on the RBI Banking Ban: https://cryptodost.io/news/supreme-court-hears-arguments-on-the-rbi-banking-ban.html

FM Nirmala Sitharaman lauds the official cryptocurrency committee's work+Anurag Thakur speaks about crypto in Rajya Sabha+more updates Aug 04, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
FM Nirmala Sitharaman says that the official cryptocurrency committee has done a good job: https://cryptodost.io/news/fm-nirmala-sitharaman-says-that-the-official-cryptocurrency-committee-has-done-a-good-job.html ;
Minister Anurag Thakur confirms that there is no data validate that cryptocurrency is used for illegal activities: https://twitter.com/indiabits21/status/1156514907614924805/photo/1 ;
Income Tax Department sends tax notices to crypto traders: https://cryptodost.io/news/indian-income-tax-department-sends-notices-to-cryptocurrency-traders.html ;
RBI Cryptocurrency case now listed for hearing on August 6th;
NASSCOM calls for cryptocurrency regulations: https://cryptodost.io/india/nasscom-calls-for-cryptocurrency-regulations-in-india.html ;
PocketBits CEO Sohail Merchant writes an open letter to the Indian government: https://twitter.com/inkparadox/status/1157638055706030080/photo/1 ;
WazirX launches P2P in four more countries;
Bitbns launches in the UAE;
CoinDCX launches partial exit feature: https://blog.coindcx.com/make-the-best-of-your-margin-trades-with-coindcxs-partial-exit-feature/

Official Cryptocurrency Committee Recommends a Blanket Ban+RBI Cryptocurrency Case Adjourned to July 30th+More Crypto News Jul 28, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India government confirms that the Inter-Ministerial Committee has recommended a cryptocurrency ban: https://cryptodost.io/india/its-official-inter-ministerial-committee-imc-recommends-cryptocurrency-ban-in-india.html ;
Autopsy of India’s New Cryptocurrency Framework: Point by Point Analysis and Rebuttal: https://medium.com/@ugamkamat/autopsy-of-indias-new-cryptocurrency-framework-point-by-point-analysis-and-rebuttal-3ef8890d83be ;
Cryptocurrency case adjourned to July 30th ;
Subhash Chandra Garg announces retirement after being shifted to the power ministry: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/finance-secretary-subhash-chandra-garg-resigns-after-being-shifted-to-power-ministry-2075158 ;
BJP MP Shivkumar Udasi on cryptocurrencies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cxTXN1K6s3g&feature=youtu.be

Ministry of Finance Confirms Cryptocurrency is Not Prohibited in India+Alleged Draft Banning of Cryptocurrencies Bill Leaked+More News Jul 21, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Minister Anurag Thakur confirms that the government has not prohibited cryptocurrency in India: https://cryptodost.io/news/government-has-not-prohibited-cryptocurrency-in-india-ministry-of-finance.html ;
Alleged Draft Document of the Banning of Cryptocurrencies Bill revealed: https://cryptodost.io/news/alleged-draft-banning-of-cryptocurrency-and-regulation-of-official-digital-currency-bill-2019-revealed-confirms-worst-fears.html ;
Has India missed the blockchain tech express: https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/opinion-has-india-missed-the-blockchain-tech-express-1563130346816.html ;
Former cryptocurrency exchange Coinome repositions itself as a Blockchain & Crypto Enterprise Service Provider: https://coincrunch.in/2019/07/17/coinome-revamp-blockchain-crypto-enterprise-service-provider/ ;
WazirX lists six new coins;
Bitbns set for a UAE launch.

Facebook Libra Won't Launch in India+Indian Police to Undergo Training to Investigate Crypto Cases+more news Jul 14, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Facebook Confirms that Libra will not launch in India: https://cryptodost.io/news/its-official-facebook-libra-will-not-launch-in-india.html
Indian Police to Undertake Training to Investigate Crypto Cases: https://cryptodost.io/news/indian-police-to-undertake-training-to-investigate-crypto-cases.html ;
Koinex extends crypto withdrawal deadline to July 22nd;
WazirX lists five more coins under its rapid listing initiative.

PM Narendra Modi Participates in Cryptocurrency Discussions at G20+Union Budget 2019 does not mention cryptocurrencies+More Crypto Updates Jul 07, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
PM Narendra Modi Participates in Cryptocurrency Discussions at G20: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-BlwdiCYK0 ;
Union Budget 2019 does not mention blockchain or cryptocurrencies: https://cryptodost.io/india/union-budget-2019-india-cryptocurrencies-and-blockchain-dont-even-get-a-mention.html ;
RBI developing a blockchain platform for banks: https://cryptodost.io/news/rbi-working-on-blockchain-platform-for-banks.html
WazirX lists six more coins under its rapid listing initiative.

Koinex Exchange Shuts Down+FATF releases crypto guidelines+Crypto racket Busted in India and more crypto updates Jun 30, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Koinex Shuts down due to the RBI banking ban: https://cryptodost.io/news/koinex-to-shut-down-its-exchange-services.html ;
Financial Action Task Force releases crypto guidelines: https://news.bitcoin.com/fatf-global-standards-crypto-assets/ ;
Another Crypto Racket worth 50 crores Busted in Madhya Pradesh: https://www.news18.com/news/india/madhya-pradesh-stf-busts-intl-cryptocurrency-racket-worth-rs-50-cr-over-1000-investors-duped-2203533.html ;
WazirX launches six new coins under its rapid listing initiative ;
Bitbns lists Energi.

Facebook Libra launches but India launch in jeopardy+Government body confirms cryptocurrency ban+more crypto updates Jun 23, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Facebook launches its cryptocurrency project Libra but questions around India launch remain;
Related video - Will Facebook Libra be legal in India: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0e6Mp8R-S8k ;
Government Body Confirms banning of cryptocurrencies bill: https://cryptodost.io/india/government-body-confirms-cryptocurrency-ban-in-india.html ;
Crypto Kanoon launches crypto Grievance Reporting and Redressal Platform;
WazirX launches its P2P platform in Ukraine and Russia;
WazirX launches three new coins under its rapid listing initiative;
Bitbns lists Binance Coin on its exchange and margin trading platform.

Rajya Sabha TV discusses banning of cryptocurrencies bill+Signature campaign to introduce a regulatory framework for crypto assets+more Jun 16, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Rajya Sabha TV discusses banning of cryptocurrencies bill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGkz_kOposc
Blockchain Lawyer Varun Sethi launches signature campaign to introduce a regulatory framework for crypto assets: https://www.change.org/p/department-of-economic-affairs-implementing-regulatory-framework-for-cryptoassets-in-india
Blockchained India unveils Digital Asset Regulations Policy report at the India Dapp Fest;
Indian government-backed education portal launches free blockchain course: https://coincrunch.in/2019/06/16/review-of-indian-government-approved-free-blockchain-course-swayam/ ;
WazirX launches rapid listing initiative: https://cryptodost.io/news/wazirx-launches-rapid-listing-initiative.html

India proposes 10 year jail for cryptocurrency use+RBI has no idea about draft banning of cryptocurrency bill+more crypto updates Jun 08, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India Proposes 10-Year Jail For Cryptocurrency Use, May Introduce Its Own Digital Currency: https://www.bloombergquint.com/bq-blue-exclusive/exclusive-india-proposes-10-year-jail-for-cryptocurrency-use-may-introduce-its-own-digital-currency ;
India Proposes 10-Year Jail Term for Cryptocurrency Use: https://cryptodost.io/news/india-proposes-10-year-jail-term-for-cryptocurrency-use-bloomberg-quint.html ;
RTI Reveals that RBI has About the draft ‘Banning of Cryptocurrencies and Regulation of Official Digital Currencies Bill 2019’: https://cryptodost.io/news/rti-reveals-rbi-has-no-idea-about-banning-of-cryptocurrencies-and-regulation-of-official-digital-currencies-bill-2019.html ;
New P2P Fraud on Exchanges: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbvJ-m_4quM ;
Bitbns Introduces Super Peers for Fast USDT Transfers: https://medium.com/bitbns/introducing-super-peers-for-faster-usdt-inr-tranfers-f2b7086e1de2?postPublishedType=initial ;
Learn more about the India Dapp Fest: https://cryptodost.io/event/countdown-to-the-india-dapp-fest-advancing-blockchain-technology-in-india.html ;
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Nirmala Sitharaman takes over as new Finance Minister, Final Report on Cryptocurrency to be submitted to the new FM+More crypto updates Jun 02, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Nirmala Sitharaman takes over as new Finance Minister of India: https://cryptodost.io/news/nirmala-sitharaman-becomes-indias-new-finance-minister-hope-for-crypto-industry.html ;
Final Report on Cryptocurrency to be submitted to the new Finance Minister: https://cryptodost.io/news/cryptocurrency-report-to-be-submitted-to-indias-new-fm-nirmala-sitharaman-soon.html ;
Telangana State Announces Draft Policy for Blockchain District in Hyderabad: https://cryptodost.io/india/telangana-announces-draft-policy-for-blockchain-district-in-hyderabad.html ;
WazirX Launches Stop Limit Order Feature: https://cryptodost.io/news/wazirx-launches-stop-limit-order-feature.html ;
Bitbns has listed Zebi on its platform;
Koinex has announced a final withdrawal deadline for its recently delisted coins.

Impact of BJP 2.0 on the Cryptocurrency Industry+New Cryptocurrency Bill may be tabled in Parliament soon+more crypto updates May 26, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Impact of BJP 2.0 Era on the future of cryptocurrency in India: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fyV3P21_zEA&t=11s ;
Cryptocurrency bill may be introduced in Parliament soon: https://inc42.com/features/modi-2-0-crypto-regulations-bill-could-be-introduced-in-upcoming-budget-session/ ;
Department of Economic Affairs Rejects RTI regarding the bill: https://coincrunch.in/2019/05/23/bitcoin-ban-in-india-government-body-refuses-to-answer-queries-on-reported-bill/ ;
Binance to conduct a new meetup in Hyderabad.
Register for the Binance meetup here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOSWSr6lY6491MavT-7YzJXwYTIjnpM7Czdkl3FU76vsGU1g/viewform

NASSCOM urges RBI to include crypto in regulatory sandbox+Indian cryptocurrency exchange updates May 18, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
NASSCOM urges RBI to include cryptocurrencies in its regulatory sandbox: https://cryptodost.io/india/nasscom-wants-rbi-to-include-crypto-in-regulatory-sandbox.html ;
WazirX releases new version of its Android app;
Bitbns introduces 4x leverage for margin trading: https://medium.com/bitbns/now-avail-3x-leverage-on-margin-trading-90020da755 ;
New announcements from Koinex regarding crypto deposits and withdrawals.

Facebook may launch its cryptocurrency in Q3 2019+WazirX launches P2P platform in Indonesia+More crypto exchange updates May 12, 2019

PS: There was some issue with the background music on our podcast. So, you will not hear the familiar Cryptocurrency Weekly Podcast tune today. However, the content remains as solid as ever :)
Top cryptocurrency news from India this week:
Facebook may launch its cryptocurrency in Q3 2019: https://cryptodost.io/news/facebook-may-launch-stablecoin-in-the-next-quarter.html ;
WazirX Launches P2P Platform in Indonesia: https://cryptodost.io/news/wazirx-launches-p2p-platform-in-indonesia.html ;
Koinex resumes its services: https://medium.com/koinex-crunch/safety-security-is-paramount-4e9472f1e07c ;
Coinome exchange shutting down on May 15, 2019: https://cryptodost.io/news/coinome-exchange-shutting-down-on-may-15-2019.html ;
Zebpay Launches in Australia: https://cryptodost.io/india/zebpay-launches-in-australia.html ;
CoinDCX lists COSMOS.

Coinbase invests in Matic Network+Tech Mahindra uses blockchain tech+Crypto exchange updates May 05, 2019

Cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indian cryptocurrency project Matic Network now backed by Coinbase;
Tech Mahindra to combat spam phone calls with the help of Blockchain;
WazirX to launch P2P platform in a new country next week;
CoinDCX lists Groestlcoin on DCXInsta.

India considering cryptocurrency ban+BlockFi launches in India+cryptocurrency exchange updates Apr 28, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indian regulators considering a complete cryptocurrency ban: https://cryptodost.io/news/indian-regulators-seek-complete-ban-on-cryptocurrencies-economic-times.html ;
Crypto lending company BlockFi launches in India: https://cryptodost.io/bitcoin/blockfi-paying-interest-on-53-million-worth-of-crypto-deposits-also-launches-in-india.html ;
Koinex delists Bitcoin Cash SV: https://cryptodost.io/news/koinex-exchange-delists-bitcoin-sv-bsv-withdrawals-open-till-may-11th.html ;

RBI excludes cryptocurrency businesses from its regulatory sandbox+Coinbase launches crypto to crypto trading in India and more crypto news Apr 21, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
RBI leaves out the cryptocurrency industry from its regulatory sandbox framework: https://cryptodost.io/news/rbis-regulatory-sandbox-does-not-have-a-place-for-cryptocurrency-startups.html ;
Coinbase launches crypto to crypto trading in India: https://cryptodost.io/news/coinbase-launches-crypto-to-trading-in-india-and-10-more-countries.html ;
Indian banks consider use of blockchain technology to boost payments: https://cryptodost.io/news/indian-banks-considering-blockchain-technology-to-boost-payments.html ;
Unocoin exchange lays off half its staff: https://cryptodost.io/news/unocoin-has-laid-off-half-its-staff-signs-of-trouble-at-the-exchange.html

BJP Manifesto talks about blockchain, G20 members to discuss crypto regulations in June, and more crypto news Apr 14, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
BJP Manifesto talks about blockchain: https://cryptodost.io/india/bjp-manifesto-mentions-blockchain-twice-will-crypto-regulations-come.html ;
G20 members to meet in June to discuss crypto regulations: https://cryptodost.io/news/g20-to-announce-new-crypto-regulations-in-june.html ;
TCS completes its first securities settlement over blockchain: https://cryptodost.io/india/tcs-completes-securities-settlement-over-blockchain.html ;
Koinex delists six cryptocurrencies: https://cryptodost.io/altcoins/koinex-delists-six-cryptocurrencies-neo-gas-achain-nano-zcoin-and-cybermiles.html ;
CoinDCX completes one year.

RBI vs Cryptocurrency Case to be heard on July 23rd+GainBitcoin scam accused granted Interim Bail+Bitbns announces Bitbns Pay and more Apr 06, 2019

Top cryptocurrency news from India this week:
Cryptocurrency vs RBI case listed for hearing on July 23rd: https://cryptodost.io/news/cryptocurrency-vs-rbi-matter-listed-for-hearing-in-the-supreme-court-on-july-23-2019.html
GainBitcoin scam accused Amit Bhardwaj granted interim bail: https://cryptodost.io/news/gainbitcoin-scam-accused-amit-bhardwaj-granted-interim-bail.html
Bitbns announces Bitbns Pay debit card service: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tRkQTPNM1Y
WazirX to bring stop limit feature to its exchange in April: https://medium.com/wazirx/month-in-review-march-2019-20865d8f2120
Zebpay notification About Aeternity and Zilliqa: https://blog.zebpay.com/notification-about-aeternity-and-zilliqa-719e1b52cc2

Cryptocurrency vs RBI case will now be heard in July+Coindelta shuts down+WazirX becomes an international exchange and more Mar 31, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Cryptocurrency vs RBI case hearing will now be in July: https://cryptodost.io/news/supreme-court-adjourns-rbi-vs-cryptocurrency-case-matter-will-now-be-heard-in-july.html
Coindelta exchange shuts down due to RBI banking ban: https://cryptodost.io/news/coindelta-exchange-shuts-down-wazirx-and-bitbns-offer-withdrawal-fee-refund.html
WazirX becomes an international exchange: https://cryptodost.io/india/wazirx-is-now-an-international-cryptocurrency-exchange.html
India’s Federal Bank partners with Ripple to use its technology for cross border payments: https://cryptodost.io/news/federal-bank-partners-with-ripple.html
CoinDCX adds BNB market on its exchange: https://cryptodost.io/altcoins/coindcx-adds-bnb-market-on-its-exchange.html
Blockchained India conducts its fourth town hall in Bengaluru.

Chat with Akshay Aggarwal, co-founder of Blockchained India: Cryptocurrency Ecosystem in India Mar 27, 2019

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Cryptocurrency case may not be heard in March+Four more arrested in the CashCoin scam+CoinDCX Updates and more Mar 24, 2019

Top cryptocurrency news from India this week:
Cryptocurrency vs RBI case may not get a hearing this week;
Four More people arrested in connection with the Cashcoin scam in India: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/68515890.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst
CoinDCX raises seed funding and also launches new asset lending program called DCXLend: https://cryptodost.io/india/coindcx-exchange-raises-seed-funding-to-power-its-expansion.html
Should SEBI be the primary cryptocurrency regulator in the country: https://cryptodost.io/india/five-reasons-indian-government-should-hand-over-regulation-of-crypto-assets-to-sebi.html

India ranked sixth in blockchain patents+LiveMint article calls for progressive crypto regulation+Coinome exchange reportedly shutting down Mar 17, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India ranked no. 6th in blockchain patents;
LiveMint article calls for an innovative regulatory approach to cryptocurrencies: https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/opinion-cryptocurrency-the-scene-in-india-1552473571058.html ;
Coinome exchange reportedly shutting down operations;
Bitbns launches browser extension for fast arbitrage trading with Binance: https://cryptodost.io/india/bitbns-launches-new-browser-extension-for-arbitrage-trading-with-binance.html ;
CoinDCX updates its trading fees.

WazirX plans global launch+Bahrain courts Indian crypto businesses+Top five most popular cryptocurrencies in India Mar 10, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
WazirX plans global launch: https://cryptodost.io/news/wazirx-goes-international-registrations-for-global-users-open-next-week.html ;
Bahrain courts Indian crypto businesses: https://cryptodost.io/india/bahrain-tries-to-woo-indian-crypto-companies.html ;
New data reveals top 5 most popular cryptocurrencies in India in 2019: https://news.bitcoin.com/most-popular-cryptocurrencies-india/
and finally we look at some more Indian cryptocurrency exchange updates.

Supreme Court asks Indian government to come up with cryptocurrency regulations in four weeks+more cryptocurrency news from India Mar 03, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Supreme Court gives the Indian government four weeks to come up with cryptocurrency regulations: https://cryptodost.io/news/supreme-court-asks-government-of-india-to-finalise-cryptocurrency-regulations-in-4-weeks.html
SEBI plans regulatory sandbox for blockchain in securities markets: https://www.news18.com/news/business/sebi-mulls-regulatory-sandbox-for-adopting-ai-blockchain-in-securities-markets-2051841.html
Koinex launches three new products under its delta framework: https://cryptodost.io/india/first-look-at-koinex-pulse-and-the-first-block-new-products-from-koinex.html
IIM Calcutta rolls out a new blockchain program;
Another ICO scam BitsTrades Busted in India: https://cryptodost.io/news/another-fraudulent-ico-bitstrades-busted-in-india.html
Indian exchanges activate Ethereum's hard forks: https://cryptodost.io/news/ethereums-constantinople-and-st-petersburg-upgrades-activated.html
Koinex lists USDT: https://cryptodost.io/india/koinex-adds-tether-on-its-exchange-and-express.html
and more exchange updates.

India's new cyber forensic lab can handle crypto cases+NASSCOM calls for cryptocurrency regulation+more news Feb 24, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India’s new cyber forensic lab can handle cryptocurrency related cases: https://cryptodost.io/news/indias-new-cyber-forensic-lab-equipped-to-handle-cryptocurrency-related-cases.html
NASSCOM pushes for cryptocurrency regulations: https://news.bitcoin.com/indian-trade-association-nasscom-crypto-regulation/
Indian cryptocurrency community Blockchained India to submit a crypto report to the government: https://cryptodost.io/india/cryptocurrency-community-blockchained-india-to-collect-inputs-and-submit-a-crypto-report-to-the-government.html
Bitbns rated among the most transparent cryptocurrency exchanges in the world: https://www.blockchaintransparency.org/december-2018-rankings
Coindcx launches DCXLend;
PocketBits launches facility to contribute in cryptocurrencies to the family of CRPF martyrs.
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Koinex to launch 3 new products+100 crore cryptocurrency scam busted in Mumbai+A chance to win exclusive crypto merchandise Feb 17, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Koinex to launch 3 new products under its delta framework;
100 crore Bitcoin scam busted in Mumbai: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/rs-100cr-multi-state-cryptocurrency-racket-busted-4-accused-nabbed/articleshow/68028998.cms
Indian cryptocurrency exchanges complete the BitTorrent token airdrop for TRON holders; Unocoin allows the addition of nominees to their exchange account;
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Indian Government worried that cryptocurrencies may destabilise the Indian rupee+more cryptocurrency news updates from India this week Feb 09, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Indian Government worried that cryptocurrencies may destabilise the Indian rupee: https://cryptodost.io/india/indian-government-worried-that-cryptocurrencies-may-destabilise-inr.html
International legal firm submits recommendations to the government panel on cryptocurrency regulations: https://cryptodost.io/india/international-legal-firm-submits-recommendations-for-cryptocurrency-regulations-to-government-panel.html
Indian cryptocurrency exchanges announce support for the BitTorrent token airdrop for TRON holders: https://cryptodost.io/india/which-indian-cryptocurrency-exchanges-are-supporting-the-free-btt-airdrop-for-tron-holders.html
Canadian cryptocurrency exchange CEO dies in India taking with him private keys worth 250 million dollars: https://cryptodost.io/news/canadian-crypto-exchange-ceo-dies-in-india-exchange-in-a-soup-because-only-he-had-access-to-user-funds.html
And finally, we look at some more cryptocurrency exchange updates.

Government committee to finalise report on crypto regulations soon+Supreme Court to decide constitutional validity of RBI ban and more Jan 27, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Government committee to finalise report on cryptocurrency regulations soon: https://cryptodost.io/india/indian-government-panel-to-finalise-report-on-cryptocurrency-regulation-soon-confirms-rti.html
Supreme Court to decide constitutional validity of RBI banking ban: https://cryptodost.io/news/cryptocurrency-case-update-supreme-court-to-decide-on-constitutional-validity-of-rbi-banking-ban.html
Koinex launches TrueUSD market: https://cryptodost.io/india/koinex-revamps-its-exchange-and-p2p-platform-loop-with-trueusd-stablecoin.html
CoinDCX announces support for the Zilliqa mainnet migration: https://blog.coindcx.com/coindcx-is-supporting-zil-mainnet-migration/
WazirX crossed 100 crores worth of P2P trades.

Cryptocurrency vs RBI case next hearing on February 26th+Koinex introduces major changes through USDT+More cryptocurrency exchange updates Jan 20, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from the week:
RBI vs Cryptocurrency Case will now be heard on February 26: https://cryptodost.io/india/rbi-vs-cryptocurrency-case-now-scheduled-for-hearing-on-february-26-2019.html
Koinex launches TrueUSD market on its exchange: https://cryptodost.io/india/koinex-revamps-its-exchange-and-p2p-platform-loop-with-trueusd-stablecoin.html
Bitbns launches USDT-based crypto to crypto trading: https://cryptodost.io/india/bitbns-launches-usdt-based-crypto-to-crypto-trading.html
WazirX lists Stellar in its USDT market;
CoinDCX begins margin trading.

Kotak Mahindra Bank comes under fire for anti-crypto trading declaration+Indian cryptocurrency exchanges to support BTT airdrop and more Jan 13, 2019

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Kotak Mahindra Bank asks new users to sign an anti-crypto trading declaration: https://cryptodost.io/bitcoin/indian-bank-asking-customers-to-declare-they-will-not-trade-crypto-faces-flak-online.html
Major Indian cryptocurrency exchanges to support BitTorrent token airdrop for TRON users:
and more updates from Indian exchanges.

RBI drops plans for its own cryptocurrency+Leading Indian companies to use crypto tokens+Lok Sabha on digital currency and more Jan 06, 2019

Here are our top cryptocurrency news headlines for the week:
RBI drops the idea of launching its own cryptocurrency: https://cryptodost.io/india/indian-government-does-not-want-to-launch-its-own-digital-currency.html
Top Indian companies planning to use crypto tokens for internal use: https://cryptodost.io/news/top-indian-companies-want-to-use-cryptocurrencies-for-internal-use.html
RBI annual report on banking says cryptocurrencies not a threat: https://cryptodost.io/india/rbi-u-turn-on-crypto-latest-report-says-digital-currencies-not-a-threat.html
Lok Sabha questions on cryptocurrencies: https://cryptodost.io/india/lok-sabha-on-cryptocurrency-indian-government-still-negative-on-cryptocurrencies.html
Indian exchanges supporting Ethereum's Constantinople Fork;
Coindelta supports Proof of Keys movement;
Coindelta stops trading on Flux: https://medium.com/coindelta/important-announcement-related-to-flux-our-peer-to-peer-trading-platform-4e754c9ac1e1

India to regulate cryptocurrencies+Mahindra's blockchain initiative+Koinex new security features and more Dec 30, 2018

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from the week:
India will regulate cryptocurrencies and not ban them, says The New Indian Express: https://cryptodost.io/india/cryptocurrencies-will-be-regulated-in-india-the-new-indian-express.html
Mahindra wants to use blockchain technology for its grape export business: https://www.namecoinnews.com/mahindra-to-use-blockchain-technology-for-grapes-export-business/
Koinex introduces new security features: https://medium.com/koinex-crunch/security-update-your-koinex-account-is-safer-than-ever-7139e060588d
WazirX launches two-factor authentication for authenticator apps: https://cryptodost.io/india/wazirx-launches-two-factor-authentication-for-authenticator-apps.html
Bitbns plans to list Referem

Facebook to launch cryptocurrency for Whatsapp money transfers in India+GainBitcoin Scam Update+Koinex Phishing attack and more Dec 23, 2018

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from the week:
Facebook wants to launch a cryptocurrency for Whatsapp money transfers in India: https://cryptodost.io/news/facebook-developing-a-stablecoin-for-whatsapp-money-transfers-in-india.html
Pune police seizes 451 Bitcoins related to the infamous GainBitcoin scam: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/pune/police-seize-451-999-bitcoins-worth-rs-64l/articleshow/67169883.cms
Koinex users subject to a phishing attack: https://cryptodost.io/exchange/koinex-users-subject-to-a-phishing-attack.html
Bitbns introduces USDT based P2P transfers: https://medium.com/bitbns/introducing-p2p-with-another-twist-b6683c566d3c

Zebpay launches operations in Europe, new RBI governor spells bad news for the cryptocurrency market and more Dec 16, 2018

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from the week:
Zebpay launches its operations in Europe: https://cryptodost.io/india/zebpay-launches-in-europe-registered-in-malta-allows-euro-deposits.html
The New RBI Governor brings more bad news for the cryptocurrency market: https://cryptodost.io/india/shaktikanta-das-appointment-as-rbi-governor-the-death-knell-for-cryptocurrencies-in-india.html
Koinex temporarily suspends Achain deposits and withdrawals;
Bitbns participates in the Hong Kong Crypto Christmas event.

India to ban cryptocurrencies and launch state-backed cryptocurrencies+G20 countries want to regulate cryptos and exchange updates Dec 09, 2018

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from the last week:
India to ban cryptocurrencies and launch state-backed cryptocurrencies: https://cryptodost.io/india/indian-government-may-launch-two-digital-currencies-and-ban-other-cryptocurrencies-cnbc-awaaz.html
G20 countries want to regulate cryptocurrencies: https://cryptodost.io/news/g20-leaders-call-for-crypto-taxation.html
Andhra Pradesh Innovation Society promotes blockchain technology: https://www.ccn.com/south-indian-governments-innovation-society-to-promote-blockchain-development/
Koinex opens a Blockchain development centre in Bengaluru: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/software/koinex-venturing-into-blockchain-will-open-development-centre-in-bengaluru/articleshow/66936080.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst
Unocoin lists Dash and Zcash: https://twitter.com/Unocoin

Bitbns launches instant INR deposits+SEBI keeping close watch on global crypto regulations+Dentacoin partners with Indian clinic and more Dec 03, 2018

Here are the top headlines from the week:
Bitbns starts instant INR deposits: https://cryptodost.io/india/indian-exchange-bitbns-launched-instant-inr-deposits.html
SEBI keeping a watch on global crypto regulations: https://coincrunch.in/2018/12/01/sebis-november-bulletin-highlights-fca-and-secs-approach-to-cryptoassets/
Leading Indian b-school SP Jain issues certificates on blockchain: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/economy/sp-jain-school-of-global-management-issues-blockchain-enabled-certificates-3225101.html
Madhya Pradesh-based dental clinic partners with Dentacoin: https://blog.dentacoin.com/vaishali-dental-care-becomes-the-first-dentacoin-partner-in-central-india/
Bitbns brings big changes to margin trading: https://cryptodost.io/india/bitbns-introduces-new-changes-to-margin-trading-28-cryptocurrencies-now-available-for-margin-traders.html
WazirX introduces XID order book: https://medium.com/wazirx/find-high-volume-traders-on-xid-order-book-b808dd2936b9

Indian crypto regulatory framework likely to be ready by December+RBI vs Cryptocurrency case hearing on Jan 15+SWIFT India using blockchain Nov 25, 2018

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from the week:
Indian Cryptocurrency draft regulations likely to be ready by December: https://cryptodost.io/news/india-likely-to-be-ready-with-draft-cryptocurrency-regulations-by-december.html
RBI vs cryptocurrency case postponed to January 15, 2019: https://cryptodost.io/news/cryptocurrency-case-next-hearing-date-set-for-jaunary-15-2019.html
SWIFT India to pilot distributed ledger network: https://cryptodost.io/india/swift-india-to-pilot-distributed-ledger-network.html
Unocoin clarification: https://blog.unocoin.com/an-acknowledgement-9eb7a0af02b5

PM Narendra Modi speaks about blockchain+Why cryptocurrencies can't be banned in India+BCH ABC and BCH SV trading on Indian exchanges Nov 18, 2018

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from the week:
PM Narendra Modi speaks about blockchain technology at the Singapore Fintech festival;
Why it won’t be easy to ban Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in India: https://qz.com/india/1451706/modis-india-will-struggle-to-ban-bitcoin-other-cryptocurrencies/
Indian exchanges start trading Bitcoin Cash ABC and Bitcoin Cash SV

Reliance receives India's first blockchain payment, Income Tax Department's Cryptocurrency Guide, Exchanges Support BCH Hard Fork Nov 11, 2018

Here are the top news headlines for the week:
Reliance becomes the first Indian company to receive a letter of credit payment through blockchain: https://cryptodost.io/news/reliance-becomes-the-first-indian-company-to-receive-a-letter-of-credit-payment-through-blockchain.html
Indian Tax Dept’s Guide on Cryptocurrency Not Available for ‘Ordinary Citizens’: RTI: https://coincrunch.in/2018/11/10/indian-tax-depts-guide-on-cryptocurrency-not-available-for-ordinary-citizens-rti/
Indian exchanges support Bitcoin Cash Hard Fork

Is India banning cryptocurrencies+Koinex Diwali Gift Cards+Scammer targets Bitbns users Nov 04, 2018

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
India planning to ban cryptocurrencies soon?: https://cryptodost.io/news/india-planning-to-ban-cryptocurrencies-soon-finance-ministrys-fsdc-press-release-sounds-ominous.html
Koinex launches Diwali gift cards: https://cryptodost.io/india/koinex-introduces-cryptocurrency-diwali-gift-cards.html
Scam Alert: Scammer targets Bitbns user; Steals 63000 INR: https://coincrunch.in/2018/10/29/scam-alert-scammer-targets-bitbns-user-steals-63000-inr/

Supreme Court hears cryptocurrency case, Unocoin ATM seized and NASSCOM Fud Oct 28, 2018

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
Supreme Court hears cryptocurrency case: https://cryptodost.io/news/supreme-court-hears-rbi-cryptocurrency-case-orders-government-to-file-counter-affidavit-within-2-weeks.html
Unocoin ATM seized and co-founders arrested: https://cryptodost.io/news/unocoin-cryptocurrency-atm-seized-by-bangalore-police-co-founder-held.html
NASSCOM creates fud then clarifies: https://cryptodost.io/india/nasscom-president-calls-cryptocurrency-illegal-nasscom-issues-clarification-later.html

Unocoin cryptocurrency ATM, Moneycontrol FUD, IAMAI blockchain committee and more crypto updates Oct 20, 2018

Here are the top headlines of the week:
1. Unocoin launches India's first cryptocurrency ATM in Bengaluru : https://cryptodost.io/india/unocoin-cryptocurrency-atm-to-be-launched-in-bengaluru.html
2. Moneycontrol creates FUD: https://cryptodost.io/india/dealing-in-cryptocurrencies-is-not-illegal-moneycontrol-got-its-facts-wrong-in-its-latest-video.html
3. Cryptocurrency case likely be listed for hearing on October 22nd
4. IAMAI launches Indian blockchain committee: https://cryptodost.io/india/iamai-launches-indian-blockchain-committee.html
References:
Moneycontrol video: https://twitter.com/moneycontrolcom/status/1052203850793275393
Bitbns introduces bracket orders: https://medium.com/bitbns/introducing-3-in-1-orders-on-bitbns-da99ab76ea33

Hackers use routers for mining, cryptocurrency case and Nucleus Vision-Big Bazaar Connection Oct 07, 2018

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:
30,000 routers in India affected by cryptocurrency mining malware: https://www.cryptoglobe.com/latest/2018/10/hackers-infect-30000-routers-in-india-with-cryptocurrency-mining-malware/
Cryptocurrency case adjourned again;
Does Nucleus Vision actually have a sensor at Big Bazaar as claimed?: https://coincrunch.in/2018/10/01/did-nucleus-vision-lie-to-reporters-about-installing-sensors-at-big-bazaar/

Zebpay shuts down exchange, cryptocurrency case adjourned again and more crypto updates Oct 01, 2018

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from the week:
• Zebpay shuts down its cryptocurrency exchange: https://cryptodost.io/india/zebpay-exchange-shuts-down-citing-rbis-cryptocurrency-squeeze.html
• Supreme court adjourns cryptocurrency case again: https://cryptodost.io/india/supreme-court-adjourns-crypto-case-but-rules-that-aadhaar-is-not-mandatory-for-bank-accounts-and-mobile-numbers.html
RBI Denies Setting up Research Unit on Cryptocurrency, Blockchain or AI: https://coincrunch.in/2018/09/26/rbi-denies-setting-up-research-unit-on-cryptocurrency-blockchain-or-ai-rti/

Cryptocurrency case adjourned to September 25th, crypto brain drain, GainBitcoin scam update and cryptojacking Sep 23, 2018

Here are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from the week:
• The Supreme Court adjourns the cryptocurrency vs RBI case to September 25th: https://cryptodost.io/news/cryptocurrency-case-adjourned-matter-likely-to-be-listed-for-hearing-on-september-25th.html
• India's policy causes crypto brain drain: https://www.ccn.com/indias-blockchain-ecosystem-suffers-as-antagonistic-government-policy-brings-exodus/
• Enforcement Directorate attaches assets worth Rs 42.88 crore linked to Amit Bhardwaj: https://cryptodost.io/news/gainbitcoin-scam-enforcement-directorate-attaches-assets-worth-rs-42-88-crore-linked-to-amit-bhardwaj.html
Indian government websites used for cryptojacking: https://cryptodost.io/news/indian-government-websites-used-for-cryptojacking.html
WazirX introduces new referral program: https://cryptodost.io/india/indian-cryptocurrency-exchange-wazirx-launches-a-new-referral-program-with-50-commission-on-trading-fees.html

Supreme Court adjourns cryptocurrency case, RBI's counter-affidavit +exchange updates Sep 15, 2018

This was a week that promised a lot, but left the Indian cryptocurrency community with more questions than answers.
• The Supreme Court adjourns the cryptocurrency vs RBI case: https://cryptodost.io/news/supreme-court-to-likely-hear-the-cryptocurrency-case-on-september-18th-rbi-files-counter-affidavit.html
• RBI files a counter-affidavit: https://www.ccn.com/current-legal-system-cant-recognize-bitcoin-indias-central-bank-tells-supreme-court/
• India's Exim bank exploring blockchain technology with other BRICS countries: https://www.coindesk.com/indian-government-approves-banks-blockchain-research/amp/?__twitter_impression=true
• Koinex re-introduces INR deposits and withdrawals: https://cryptodost.io/india/koinex-introduces-new-inr-deposit-and-withdrawal-mechanism.html
• Coindelta adds more INR-crypto pairs

SEBI's Crypto Study Tours+Zebpay Issues Refunds+More Crypto News Sep 09, 2018

Looks like finally the Indian regulators are waking up to cryptocurrencies and attempting to know a sincere effort to know more about them.
Our top cryptocurrency news headlines this week:
• SEBI’s new revelation about study tours to Japan, UK and Switzerland to learn about cryptocurrencies: https://cryptodost.io/india/sebi-officials-undertake-study-tours-to-japan-uk-and-switzerland-to-study-cryptocurrencies.html
• Indian cryptocurrency exchange Zebpay starts returning its’ users money back to their banks: https://cryptodost.io/india/zebpay-to-return-inr-to-users-and-halt-inr-crypto-trading-crypto-to-crypto-trading-unaffected.html
• An Indian Kid and the Pastry Window of Cryptocurrency: https://news.bitcoin.com/an-indian-kid-and-the-pastry-window-of-cryptocurrency/
• Updates from Koinex, Bitbns and Coindelta
• Happy Birthday WazirX
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