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India holds ground on crypto tax, cuts jail time for defaults
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9 February, 2026

India holds ground on crypto tax, cuts jail time for defaults

In her Budget 2026 presentation, Nirmala Sitharaman announced the continuance of the punitive crypto tax, causing dismay among investors.
UK regulator signals final crypto rules by ‘early summer’
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9 February, 2026

UK regulator signals final crypto rules by ‘early summer’

David Geale says final crypto rules will be set in early summer, signaling a proportionate, competitive framework and support for...
Strategy loses billions, Gemini retreats behind US borders
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6 February, 2026

Strategy loses billions, Gemini retreats behind US borders

BTC’s slump leaves Strategy billions underwater as analysts warn of deeper downside, while Gemini spins layoffs and global retreat as...
$370M lost to crypto exploits as ‘wrench attacks’ swell: CertiK
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6 February, 2026

$370M lost to crypto exploits as ‘wrench attacks’ swell: CertiK

Crypto theft surged in January, with $370M stolen via scams and exploits, alongside a 75% rise in wrench attacks, further...
Philippines: BSP plans CBDC for government bond settlements
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6 February, 2026

Philippines: BSP plans CBDC for government bond settlements

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas eyes wholesale CBDC to settle government bonds, supporting tokenized treasury bonds and interbank payments.
Coinbase sued by Nevada gambling regulator over sports wagering
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5 February, 2026

Coinbase sued by Nevada gambling regulator over sports wagering

Coinbase faces legal action from the Nevada Gaming Control Board for allegedly offering unlicensed sports-event contracts and percentage games.