Regulation

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...
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.
US market structure obstacles: Stablecoins and Trump crypto deals
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4 February, 2026

US market structure obstacles: Stablecoins and Trump crypto deals

The White House faces challenges in advancing stablecoin regulations amid political divides, impacting digital asset market structure progress.
Hong Kong to table digital asset bill ‘within this year’
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4 February, 2026

Hong Kong to table digital asset bill ‘within this year’

Hong Kong plans to submit a draft digital assets framework aimed at regulating virtual assets as part of its efforts...
Vietnam, Laos enhance AI strategies and cybersecurity measures
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4 February, 2026

Vietnam, Laos enhance AI strategies and cybersecurity measures

Southeast Asian nations Vietnam and Laos enhance digital policies, with Vietnam enforcing identity verification online and Laos launching a national...