US senators have unveiled long-awaited draft legislation to build a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. If enacted, it would clarify which financial regulators oversee the fast-growing sector—an issue that has fueled uncertainty. Supporters say clearer jurisdiction could reduce friction for businesses and investors, potentially accelerating mainstream digital asset adoption.
A CoinSwitch survey ahead of India’s Union Budget finds 61% of crypto investors want taxation aligned with stocks or mutual funds, while 17% favour a separate framework. Despite mixed preferences, 66% describe the current regime as unfair, pointing to the need for clearer, more rational rules that better match how investors view crypto assets.
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As the Trump administration and the SEC push to broaden access to markets, US investors could soon get more products tied to private credit and crypto. Some investment advisors say the move may increase complexity and shift the burden of risk management onto individuals, raising concerns about whether retail investors can adequately protect themselves as these assets go mainstream.
India is in discussions with cryptocurrency exchanges to understand how trading activity is evolving, a top tax official said. The move aims to build oversight over newer crypto products while ensuring tax compliance as regulations and market practices shift. The government wants clearer insight into transactions and activity patterns, rather than reacting after the fact.
WazirX, one of India’s largest crypto exchanges, says nearly half of its USD 503 million reserves were wiped out in a cyberattack, wiping away about USD 230 million. The breach raises urgent questions about withdrawals, custody of user assets, and timelines for recovery, leaving investors to navigate uncertainty even as investigations continue.
Geopolitical tensions are prompting Indian investors to reassess Dubai real estate and residency plans, with expectations split between possible price corrections and market stabilization. Dubai’s long-standing appeal as a tax-friendly base and a crypto-friendly hub is also under scrutiny. Upcoming events may determine whether confidence returns—or triggers more cautious buying and weaker sentiment.
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The UK’s financial watchdog, the FCA, says it has targeted illegal crypto trading sites in London through a joint effort with tax officials and police. Acting under money laundering and terrorist financing regulations, it issued cease and desist letters at each location. The move signals tighter enforcement against platforms suspected of operating outside legal and regulatory frameworks.
A new study finds India’s crypto futures trading is being reshaped by younger and more diverse participants. Gen Z traders aged 18–25 account for 61% of futures traders, while women’s participation has risen 20% year over year. Trading is also getting more intense, with bigger trades and higher frequency, and Eastern India showing standout growth beyond metro hubs.
BitDelta India has launched as an FIU registered VDASP, positioning its institutional grade VDA infrastructure for India’s expanding crypto market. The platform highlights strong security and compliance, with unified INR trading and advanced technology. Its stated goal is to expand trust driven participation beyond major metro cities, focusing on reliability and regulated access.
Satsuma Technology Plc, a UK-listed “Bitcoin accumulator” holding about $50 million in BTC, is facing mounting pressure from shareholders including Pantera Capital to sell its Bitcoin and wind down. The move underscores how the once-popular digital-asset treasury model is losing favor as valuation premiums evaporate and Satsuma’s stock price has sharply fallen.
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Global crypto exchange BitDelta has launched digital asset trading services in India after registering with the FIU-IND as a virtual digital asset service provider. Positioning itself as security-first, it touts Fireblocks-powered MPC custody, cold storage, 24/7 risk monitoring, and third-party security ratings. The move comes as India’s investor base stays huge despite tax friction and evolving FIU compliance requirements.
A Chainalysis report says groups connected to Russia and Iran are increasingly using cryptocurrency to finance the purchase of low-cost military drones and related components. The findings highlight how digital assets are being routed into military supply chains, making transactions harder to track through traditional banking channels. Authorities may face new enforcement challenges as crypto use grows.
World Liberty, branded as a decentralised platform co-founded by Donald Trump and his sons, is reported to be proposing a $1.5 billion crypto initiative. Reuters calculations cited in the report say the family has already earned about $500 million since the platform’s launch, raising fresh questions about scale and incentives behind the push.
India says it has not paid Iran, either in cash or cryptocurrency, for safe passage of Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. The denial comes after an April 18 incident in which Iranian forces fired on two Indian vessels, forcing them to turn back. India’s clarification counters reports suggesting payment links to the episode.
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