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UAE Introduces Retroactive VAT Exemptions for Crypto Transactions

The United Arab Emirates has introduced VAT amendments that impact crypto transactions, redefining tax obligations for companies in the digital asset space. Under the new rules, businesses dealing with cryptocurrencies…

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US Treasury Sanctions Cambodian Tycoon Over Crypto Fraud and Trafficking Links

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has imposed sanctions on Cambodian tycoon Ly Yong Phat and his businesses, linking them to human trafficking and forced labor scams involving cryptocurrency fraud.…

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Corporate Bitcoin Adoption Surges in 2024, River Report Reveals

Corporate adoption of bitcoin has experienced a significant surge in 2024, according to a recent report from River, a U.S.-based bitcoin-focused financial services company. The report highlights the growing role…

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Fed, central banks enhance ‘swap lines’ to combat banking crisis

Currency swap lines have been used during times of crisis in the past, such as the 2008 global financial crisis and the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.

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Russian Companies Are Using Crypto in Trade Despite Lack of Regulation, Officials Admit

With limited access to global finances, Russian businesses have begun settling in cryptocurrency with their partners abroad. Although these are still small-scale payments, government officials have noted their increase, which…

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Russian Businesses to Choose Which Crypto to Use for Cross-Border Settlements, Lawmaker Says

Russian companies may start transacting in cryptocurrency with partners abroad as early as next year and will be free to pick the coin they want to use, officials in Moscow…

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Singapore Seeks Detailed Information From Crypto Firms Ahead of New Regulations, Report Unveils

Financial authorities in Singapore are taking steps toward increased oversight in the crypto space with the city-state’s central bank reportedly asking companies to provide additional information about their activities and…

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People’s Bank of China Targets Crypto Companies in Shenzhen Crackdown

The Shenzhen office of the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has reportedly set out to correct the business activities of about a dozen companies allegedly engaged in cryptocurrency transactions. According…

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