Cryptocurrency India Weekly

Cryptocurrency India Weekly

By: Crypto Dost

Language: en

Categories: Business

Cryptocurrency India Weekly covers the top weekly news from the cryptocurrency space relevant to the Indian audiences.

Episodes

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 ;
Bina...

Duration: 00:06:39
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...

Duration: 00:06:13
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/market...

Duration: 00:05:07
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/te...

Duration: 00:04:22
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...

Duration: 00:05:58
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 fo...

Duration: 00:08:16
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: ht...

Duration: 00:07:22
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': ht...

Duration: 00:06:08
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...

Duration: 00:09:15
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...

Duration: 00:06:53
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...

Duration: 00:05:36
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 metave...

Duration: 00:05:51
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 an...

Duration: 00:07:24
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/ ;
...

Duration: 00:06:12
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...

Duration: 00:06:11
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...

Duration: 00:08:15
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...

Duration: 00:05:35
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...

Duration: 00:06:41
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...

Duration: 00:06:15
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/ ;
Bi...

Duration: 00:05:19
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...

Duration: 00:05:35
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/in...

Duration: 00:05:09
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 doll...

Duration: 00:07:26
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/2...

Duration: 00:07:17
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.co...

Duration: 00:06:57
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...

Duration: 00:06:32
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...

Duration: 00:06:08
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...

Duration: 00:06:48
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.co...

Duration: 00:06:39
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/ ;
...

Duration: 00:06:03
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 st...

Duration: 00:06:14
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/ ;
NF...

Duration: 00:06:30
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...

Duration: 00:05:18
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...

Duration: 00:06:23
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...

Duration: 00:05:16
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...

Duration: 00:08:58
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 ;
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Duration: 00:06:59
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...

Duration: 00:06:08
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.ht...

Duration: 00:06:57
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 Ne...

Duration: 00:06:52
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...

Duration: 00:07:23
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 ;
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Duration: 00:09:18
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 Fi...

Duration: 00:06:39
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 bl...

Duration: 00:07:24
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=so...

Duration: 00:05:23
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...

Duration: 00:08:31
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 Qu...

Duration: 00:06:38
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...

Duration: 00:07:39
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: ht...

Duration: 00:05:11
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 pl...

Duration: 00:07:22
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...

Duration: 00:06:59
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 ;
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Duration: 00:08:05
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...

Duration: 00:06:12
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...

Duration: 00:06:41
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...

Duration: 00:05:10
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...

Duration: 00:08:11
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...

Duration: 00:05:04
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

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Duration: 00:05:27
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 conc...

Duration: 00:07:42
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...

Duration: 00:07:34
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...

Duration: 00:04:19
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; Duration: 00:06:03

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...

Duration: 00:09:05
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...

Duration: 00:09:06
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.

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Duration: 00:07:21
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 hold

Duration: 00:06:17
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 ;
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Duration: 00:09:23
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...

Duration: 00:04:49
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/ ;

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Duration: 00:05:03
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...

Duration: 00:05:13
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.

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Duration: 00:05:43
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...

Duration: 00:06:49
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.

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Duration: 00:05:23
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

Duration: 00:05:17
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

Duration: 00:05:10
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 ;
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Duration: 00:06:36
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-a6976e3ad7...

Duration: 00:04:37
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/

Duration: 00:05:44
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/

Duration: 00:05:31
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

Duration: 00:04:52
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:
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Duration: 00:05:10
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...

Duration: 00:05:21
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/ ;

Duration: 00:03:36
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

Duration: 00:05:16
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...

Duration: 00:05:47
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...

Duration: 00:05:31
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/

Duration: 00:04:41
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/

Duration: 00:03:50
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 hand...

Duration: 00:05:46
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 ;

Duration: 00:05:08
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...

Duration: 00:03:44
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...

Duration: 00:05:27
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...

Duration: 00:04:04
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

Duration: 00:04:16
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-int...

Duration: 00:05:17
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...

Duration: 00:05:19
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;
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Duration: 00:05:11
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

Duration: 00:04:05
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

Duration: 00:03:01
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 ;
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