Don't miss the cryptocurrency boat, experts say on India's proposed regulations
3 years, 10 months ago

Don't miss the cryptocurrency boat, experts say on India's proposed regulations

India Today  

India’s cryptocurrency investors are staring at a new set of regulations that may stifle the trading and existence of global cryptocurrencies in the country. The government plans to introduce a bill — The Cryptocurrency and Regulation of Official Digital Currency Bill, 2021 — in Parliament to ban companies and individuals from trading in cryptocurrencies. Bought some Dogecoin for lil X, so he can be a toddler hodler — Elon Musk February 10, 2021 What do global cryptocurrency experts say Speaking exclusively to India Today, Neeraj Agrawal, part of Coin Center which is a leading global non-profit org focused on the policy issues facing cryptocurrencies based in Washington, D.C. said it would be a shame for India to shut itself off from a global network. When asked about India’s supposed plan to create a framework for an official digital currency to be issued by RBI and at the same time prohibit all private cryptocurrencies, he said: “India should create a digital rupee, but it should also buy Bitcoin and create a crypto version of ‘IndiaStack’. But it’s not too late to change course.” Implications of a possible ban of cryptocurrency Cryptocurrency experts feel that a ban of cryptocurrency in India may end up creating a situation where the value of the tokens and coins lose their value locally, owing to investors being unable to sell their assets using local cryptocurrency exchanges and hence may resort to transferring their assets offshore or to foreign exchanges.

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GIFT City To Introduce Regulatory Framework For Crypto Exchange, Tokenisation Entities In 2025
3 weeks, 2 days ago

GIFT City To Introduce Regulatory Framework For Crypto Exchange, Tokenisation Entities In 2025

ABP News  

India’s GIFT City is gearing up to introduce a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency exchanges and tokenisation entities in 2025, as reported by NDTV Profit based on source inputs. Initially, the IFSCA will oversee crypto exchanges within GIFT City, but the approach may later expand to include domestic regulators. Currently, GIFT City’s regulatory sandbox hosts several projects involving the tokenisation of …

Govt has no timeline for regulatory guidelines for Virtual Digital Assets
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Govt has no timeline for regulatory guidelines for Virtual Digital Assets

Live Mint  

New Delhi, December 16 : The government on Monday informed Lok Sabha that there is no anticipated timeline for the introduction of comprehensive regulatory guidelines for the Virtual Digital Assets industry in India. The government was asked by two members of Parliament whether it was taking steps to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for the Virtual Digital Assets industry. The …

Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies not legal in India
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies not legal in India

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Bitcoin and cryptocurrency are in news again after allegations were levelled against Congress's Maharashtra president Nana Patole and NCP 's Supriya Sule of being involved in "illegal bitcoin activities" to fund their poll campaign. - Cryptocurrency has no intrinsic value and is not redeemable for another commodity, such as gold - has no physical form and exists only …

Why Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies often face political heat? Virtual currency's legal status, its future explained
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Why Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies often face political heat? Virtual currency's legal status, its future explained

India TV News  

Amit intense poll battle in Maharashtra, just a day before crucial voting in the state assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party alleged National Congress Party leader Supriya Sule and state Congress chief Nana Patole's involvement in a cryptocurrency fraud. The Reserve Bank of India too has been skeptical about the use of private crypto assets and considers it as a …

Will Bitcoin's revival boost India's appetite for cryptos despite high taxes?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Will Bitcoin's revival boost India's appetite for cryptos despite high taxes?

India Today  

Bitcoin has taken the financial world by storm once again, this time surging to a record-breaking $90,000 following Donald Trump's unexpected victory in the US presidential election. TRUMP'S IMPACT ON THE CRYPTO SURGE The crypto market has been riding a wave of optimism following Donald Trump's election as US president, with hopes that his administration will adopt a crypto-friendly stance. …

Bengaluru auto driver gains social media fame for accepting cryptocurrency
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru auto driver gains social media fame for accepting cryptocurrency

New Indian Express  

In Bengaluru, a city celebrated for its tech-savvy culture, a local auto-rickshaw driver has captured widespread attention by accepting cryptocurrency as payment for rides. His forward-thinking approach was spotlighted in a viral social media post shared on August 18, featuring a photo of the driver standing beside his auto-rickshaw, proudly displaying a sign that reads, “We accept cryptocurrency.” The post …

Crypto currencies have no underlying value, says RBI official
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Crypto currencies have no underlying value, says RBI official

The Hindu  

Crypto currencies cannot be referred to as "currencies" as they have no underlying value, a central bank official said. "Crypto currencies cannot be called currencies as they don't have any underlying value," P Vasudevan, an executive director at the RBI, said during a panel discussion organised by IIM-Kozhikode here. Ultimately it is a call that the government has to take …

RBI Monetary Policy: New changes announced to electronic trading platforms, digital payments
11 months ago

RBI Monetary Policy: New changes announced to electronic trading platforms, digital payments

New Indian Express  

The Reserve Bank of India today released a major policy statement outlining several developmental and regulatory initiatives covering financial markets, regulations pertaining to lending institutions, and payment systems including digital currency and fintech. On the financial markets front, RBI announced that it will comprehensively review the existing regulatory guidelines for Electronic Trading Platforms that enable transactions in financial instruments regulated …

Budget Highlights 2024: Govt to lay white paper on economic performance
11 months, 1 week ago

Budget Highlights 2024: Govt to lay white paper on economic performance

Hindustan Times  

Feb 1, 2024 7:33 PM IST Ashish Singhal, Co-founder and Group CEO, PeepalCo says, "Crypto is experiencing a resurgence this year. On a positive note, the Government of India now has the chance to introduce comprehensive crypto regulations and improved tax policies in the upcoming full Budget, with the full support of the electorate. We continue to urge: i) Allow …

A timeline of crypto regulations: From ‘illegal tender’ to G20’s nod
1 year, 2 months ago

A timeline of crypto regulations: From ‘illegal tender’ to G20’s nod

Live Mint  

Finance ministers of G20 nations have now adopted the synthesis paper released by Financial Stability Board and International Monetary Fund that carries a number of suggestions on regulations of cryptocurrencies. Here is the timeline of regulatory evolution that the digital currencies have undergone: Feb 1, 2018: Then Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, during the Budget Speech, said government did not consider …

As G-20 plans crypto regulatory framework, India may shelve plan for outright ban
1 year, 4 months ago

As G-20 plans crypto regulatory framework, India may shelve plan for outright ban

The Hindu  

With the G-20 countries agreeing to explore a coordinated regulatory framework for crypto assets, India could wait a while longer before firming up its domestic regulations for crypto currencies, and initiate a dialogue with stakeholders on the way forward. Any country can allow higher risks if they want, or ban it if they like, but whatever one does, it should …

G20 summit 2023: Crypto market hopeful for constructive dialogue on global regulation
1 year, 4 months ago

G20 summit 2023: Crypto market hopeful for constructive dialogue on global regulation

India TV News  

As world leaders are gathering in India to attend G20 summit 2023, the crypto market is hopeful for a dialogue on the revival of the industry with a common regulation in place. Under the leadership of India's presidency, the G20 countries are reportedly poised to introduce what could be recognised as the first-of-their-kind regulations governing cryptocurrencies and crypto assets worldwide. …

Crypto India Tax PMLA State Future Regulation RBI CBDC Digital Rupee ABP Live TV
1 year, 4 months ago

Crypto India Tax PMLA State Future Regulation RBI CBDC Digital Rupee ABP Live TV

ABP News  

Crypto is often called the "Internet of Value" and for good reason. Here’s Why Crypto Could Prove Important To India Remittances: A Game Changer India holds the global top spot for remittance receipts, raking in approximately $80 billion annually. Crypto and decentralised technologies are not merely optional but vital to safeguarding India's national sovereignty. Enterprise Adoption A consortium of 15 …

India’s G20 presidency: For Virtual Digital Assets
1 year, 5 months ago

India’s G20 presidency: For Virtual Digital Assets

Hindustan Times  

Virtual Digital Assets were, for the longest period, considered forbidden fruits, capable of causing financial instability and compromising transactional integrity. An SOP focused on the four priority areas - Consumer and Investor Protection, Access to Law Enforcement Agencies to Address Fraudulent Practices, Regulatory Arbitrage and Financial Stability – holds the potential to address the existing lacunae in the VDA framework. …

Crypto issue requires immediate attention, says FM Sitharaman
1 year, 8 months ago

Crypto issue requires immediate attention, says FM Sitharaman

The Hindu  

Issues related to crypto assets require immediate attention and the response of the G20 has to ensure that they do not lose any potential benefits while protecting economies from harm, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said. Ms. Sitharaman was part of a brainstorming session on "Macrofinancial Implications of Crypto Assets" with G20 finance ministers and central bank governors at …

Understanding the current state of crypto assets in India
1 year, 9 months ago

Understanding the current state of crypto assets in India

Live Mint  

It is a sweeping wave for some and a conundrum for others but crypto is the new buzzword in the world of investment finance. On the whole, the government seems to be accepting crypto and the underlying blockchain technology rather than casting them away as ‘risky’ or even ‘banning’ them. Banking is still not a breeze given RBI’s concerns The …

Crypto Regulation: India Collaborating With G20 Countries To Formulate Global Policy
1 year, 9 months ago

Crypto Regulation: India Collaborating With G20 Countries To Formulate Global Policy

ABP News  

Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary on Monday informed the Parliament that India is working with G20 nations to establish a globally coordinated policy on crypto assets. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman recently announced that there will be additional discussions on crypto assets during the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings in April, to be held in Washington. Additionally, in July, the …

Crypto at G20 Summit: India recommends a joint technical paper by IMF & FSB on regulation
1 year, 10 months ago

Crypto at G20 Summit: India recommends a joint technical paper by IMF & FSB on regulation

India Today  

India has proposed a joint technical paper by the IMF and the FSB for help in the formulation of a coordinated and comprehensive policy approach to crypto assets. Both the above agencies are expected to present their papers in October this year, i.e., during the 4th G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meet, stated the Ministry of Finance, following …

Moving towards regulation on Cryptocurrency under India\'s G20 presidency: Nirmala
1 year, 10 months ago

Moving towards regulation on Cryptocurrency under India\'s G20 presidency: Nirmala

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said that the government is progressing towards regulation on Crypto Currency under India's G20 presidency. "Further, in July, the FSB's paper on crypto assets regulation will be tabled so that it could be discussed at the next meeting of the finance ministers and central bank governors," she said. Speaking on the issue, …

India Asks IMF, FSB To Prepare Technical Paper On Regulating Crypto
1 year, 10 months ago

India Asks IMF, FSB To Prepare Technical Paper On Regulating Crypto

News 18  

India, which is currently holding G20 Presidency, has asked the IMF and Financial Stability Board to jointly prepare a technical paper on crypto assets, which could be used in formulating a coordinated and comprehensive policy to regulate them. In their entirety, the IMF’s discussion paper, the policy seminar and the joint IMF-FSB paper are expected to integrate the policy questions …

International Monetary Fund flags debt restructuring hurdles, says banning crypto should be an option
1 year, 10 months ago

International Monetary Fund flags debt restructuring hurdles, says banning crypto should be an option

Firstpost  

Bengaluru: Group of 20 nations have some disagreements over restructuring debt for distressed economies, the chief of the International Monetary Fund said on Saturday, adding that banning private cryptocurrencies should be an option. “On debt restructuring, while there are still some disagreements, we now have the global sovereign debt roundtable with consideration of all public and private creditors,” IMF Managing …

Crypto Policy, Cross-Border Payments, Digital Public Infra On Agenda At G20 2nd Finance And Central Bank Deputies Meeting
1 year, 10 months ago

Crypto Policy, Cross-Border Payments, Digital Public Infra On Agenda At G20 2nd Finance And Central Bank Deputies Meeting

ABP News  

The second Finance and Central Bank Deputies Meeting under India’s G20 Presidency in Bengaluru will discuss road to policy for crypto assets, a symposium of digital public infrastructure, and enhancement of cross-border payment arrangements. Under the Indian Presidency, the First G20 Finance and Central Bank Deputies Meeting, was also held in Bengaluru during December 13-14, 2022. The deputies' meet will …

G20 exploring cryptocurrency regulation, says India's Finance Minister Sitharaman
1 year, 10 months ago

G20 exploring cryptocurrency regulation, says India's Finance Minister Sitharaman

Firstpost  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government has for several years debated drafting a law to regulate or even ban cryptocurrencies but has not made a final decision The Group of 20 big economies is exploring whether the group could collectively regulate cryptocurrencies, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday. Given the sophisticated technologies involved with these virtual assets, countries must discuss …

India likely working on roadmap to regulate cryptocurrencies at G-20
1 year, 11 months ago

India likely working on roadmap to regulate cryptocurrencies at G-20

Live Mint  

India is likely to introduce a roadmap for regulating virtual assets such as cryptocurrencies. On Thursday, Economic Affairs Secretary Ajay Seth in an interview said that the government is working with Financial Stability Board to at least build a policy for crypto assets along with a regulatory framework. He added, "we are also working with the FSB and the idea …

Budget 2023: FM Nirmala Sitharaman must classify cryptocurrencies as asset class rather than speculative instruments
1 year, 11 months ago

Budget 2023: FM Nirmala Sitharaman must classify cryptocurrencies as asset class rather than speculative instruments

Firstpost  

Cryptocurrencies have been gaining momentum worldwide for the past two years, making big headlines. Tax on VDAs The Union Budget of India in 2022 has introduced a system of taxation on virtual digital assets with a 30 percent tax on gains and 1 percent on Tax Deducted at Source. Need for a progressive approach to taxation The crypto industry is …

Digital rupee not the magic bullet Central government is hoping for
2 years ago

Digital rupee not the magic bullet Central government is hoping for

The Hindu  

Published : Dec 29, 2022 10:30 IST In recent times, the financial world has been in a state of excitement after the Reserve Bank of India announced the launch of the pilot for a retail digital rupee on December 1. Crypto gamble It is to be noted that with the threat of cryptocurrency, which began with Bitcoin in 2009, now …

Next Financial Crisis Will Come From Private Cryptocurrencies, Says RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das
2 years ago

Next Financial Crisis Will Come From Private Cryptocurrencies, Says RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das

News 18  

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on Wednesday said the biggest concern with the private cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum is that they do not have any underlying value, and if they are allowed to grow, the next financial crisis will come from them. If you allow it to grow, the next financial crisis will come from private cryptocurrencies.” Das has in …

How the RBI's digital currency can help economy
2 years, 1 month ago

How the RBI's digital currency can help economy

Live Mint  

Readers of a certain age group might remember Ramon Bonus Stamps. What's driving FIIs’ bullish bets on Nifty IIT-K student hits record ₹4 cr placement jackpot Story takes a turn for PVR, Inox Leisure after a flop Q2 How young Indian couples budget for their weddings Imagine different currencies competing for dominance in usage without any sovereign backing. That is …

Time is right for a digital rupee
2 years, 1 month ago

Time is right for a digital rupee

Hindustan Times  

Starting this month, the Reserve Bank of India will begin a pilot project that will put a digital rupee, or e ₹, in the hands of individuals. In simple terms, a CBDC is the closest virtual equivalent of cash with the liability for its value resting directly with the central bank, instead of — as is the case at present …

OPINION: How India Can Emerge As A Crypto And Blockchain Hub, With A Robust Policy
2 years, 2 months ago

OPINION: How India Can Emerge As A Crypto And Blockchain Hub, With A Robust Policy

ABP News  

India is currently on the forefront of witnessing the emergence of innovative technologies. What the future of India’s crypto and blockchain sector looks like When we look at conventional financial transactions, there are several intermediaries besides the payee. Even though these kinds of banks might sound new, they can let people keep, buy, and sell their crypto holdings alongside a …

How India's G20 Presidency will influence crypto regulation, blockchain & the future of web3
2 years, 2 months ago

How India's G20 Presidency will influence crypto regulation, blockchain & the future of web3

India Today  

As India is all set to assume the presidency for the G20 Leaders' Summit for one year, from 1 December 2022 to 30 November 2023, it plans to discuss crypto regulations during its tenure with member nations, which comprise countries like France, Germany, Russia, UK, USA, China, Russia, and Canada, among others. Further, the minister shared that India would like …

RBI to soon launch e-rupee on pilot basis for limited use
2 years, 3 months ago

RBI to soon launch e-rupee on pilot basis for limited use

India TV News  

Digital money : The Reserve Bank on Friday said it will soon commence the pilot launch of the e-rupee for specific use cases as it tests digital currency in India. "As the extent and scope of such pilot launches expand, RBI will continue to communicate about the specific features and benefits of e-rupee, from time to time," the central bank …

CBDC: Nepal To Issue Its Own Digital Currency, Prepares Legal Changes
2 years, 5 months ago

CBDC: Nepal To Issue Its Own Digital Currency, Prepares Legal Changes

ABP News  

Nepal’s central bank, the Nepal Rastra Bank, is preparing to launch its own central bank digital currency soon. Following a study that noted that the introduction of a CBDC is indeed a feasible project, the NRB said it is ready with revisions to the Nepal Rastra Bank Act, 2002, that would allow it to issue a digital variant of its …

Phased implementation of digital currency for wholesale, retail segments in the works: RBI official
2 years, 5 months ago

Phased implementation of digital currency for wholesale, retail segments in the works: RBI official

The Hindu  

The Reserve Bank of India is in the process of implementing the Central Bank Digital Currency in a phased manner for wholesale and retail segments, an official said on Wednesday. The introduction of CBDC was announced in the Union Budget 2022-23, by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and necessary amendments to the relevant section of the RBI Act, 1934 have been …

Phased implementation of digital currency for wholesale, retail segments at works: RBI official
2 years, 5 months ago

Phased implementation of digital currency for wholesale, retail segments at works: RBI official

India Today  

The Reserve Bank of India is in the process of implementing the Central Bank Digital Currency in a phased manner for the wholesale and retail segments, an official said on Wednesday. The introduction of CBDC was announced in the Union Budget 2022-23, by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and necessary amendments to the relevant section of the RBI Act, 1934 has …

Understanding cryptocurrencies
2 years, 5 months ago

Understanding cryptocurrencies

Hindustan Times  

There is a need for a broader international collaboration before cryptocurrency regulations can be drawn up in India, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman told Parliament this week. In May, an entire currency — known as the Terra/Luna stablecoin pair — and a crypto-based lending platform known as Celsius crashed, wiping out tens of millions of dollars of wealth. Searching with just …

RBI wants govt to prohibit cryptocurrencies: FM Sitharaman
2 years, 5 months ago

RBI wants govt to prohibit cryptocurrencies: FM Sitharaman

India TV News  

Highlights Nirmala Sitharaman said RBI has expressed concerns over cryptocurrencies "They should be prohibited as they can have destabilising effects on monetary and fiscal stability" The RBI mentioned that cryptocurrencies are not a currency Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said the RBI has expressed concerns over cryptocurrencies saying that they should be prohibited as they can have destabilising effects …

Cryptocurrencies clear danger, says RBI Governor
2 years, 6 months ago

Cryptocurrencies clear danger, says RBI Governor

The Hindu  

The government is in the process of finalising a consultation paper on cryptocurrencies after gathering inputs from various stakeholders and institutions. In the foreword to the 25th issue of the Financial Stability Report released on Thursday, Das also said that as the financial system gets increasingly digitalised, cyber risks are growing and need special attention. In the foreword of the …

Amid crypto turmoil, senators in US propose sweeping oversight
2 years, 7 months ago

Amid crypto turmoil, senators in US propose sweeping oversight

The Hindu  

A bipartisan pair of senators has unveiled what would be the most wide-ranging legislative proposal to regulate cryptocurrencies and other digital assets, following a series of high-profile busts and failures. The bill unveiled Tuesday, called the Responsible Financial Innovation Act, proposes legal definitions of digital assets and virtual currencies; would require the IRS to adopt guidance on merchant acceptance of …

RBI to adopt graded approach to introduce digital currency
2 years, 7 months ago

RBI to adopt graded approach to introduce digital currency

Firstpost  

The RBI said that it has been exploring the pros and cons of the introduction of Central Bank Digital Currency in India and the appropriate design elements of CBDCs that could be implemented with little, or no disruption are under examination New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India on Friday said that it is proposing to adopt a graded approach …

Money laundering, terror financing biggest concerns around cryptocurrency, says Nirmala Sitharaman
2 years, 8 months ago

Money laundering, terror financing biggest concerns around cryptocurrency, says Nirmala Sitharaman

India Today  

Casting further doubts on the already-uncertain cryptocurrency market in India, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday, April 18, said the biggest risk around cryptocurrency is its possibility to be used for money laundering and terror financing. Sitharaman said: “The biggest risk for all countries across the board will be the aspect of money laundering and that of such currency …

Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill
2 years, 9 months ago

Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Finance Bill 2022, moved by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, was passed in the Lok Sabha on Friday. The government has reportedly proposed 39 amendments to the Finance Bill, 2022, including changes to the crypto tax structure; penalty provisions on publication of import-export data and status of past income computations that claimed deduction of disallowed cess and surcharges. …

Cryptocurrency tax, bill in India: What we know so far
2 years, 9 months ago

Cryptocurrency tax, bill in India: What we know so far

India Today  

The cryptocurrency tax and proposed regulation bill have been a topic of discussion among investors and stakeholders in India for sometime. The government on Thursday proposed to tighten the norms for taxation of cryptocurrencies by disallowing the set off of any losses with gains from other virtual digital assets, according to a PTI report. FINANCE BILL, 2022 As per the …

Cryptocurrency to be banned in India? What we know so far
2 years, 10 months ago

Cryptocurrency to be banned in India? What we know so far

India Today  

The question over the legality of cryptocurrencies in India has garnered eyeballs, especially after the government's move to tax virtual digital assets. Apart from providing clarity on taxation on virtual digital assets, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and top officials of the government have given statements on the future of cryptocurrency in the country. The proposed bill TAXATION ON VIRTUAL …

Cryptocurrencies worse than Ponzi schemes, banning them advisable: RBI Deputy Governor
2 years, 10 months ago

Cryptocurrencies worse than Ponzi schemes, banning them advisable: RBI Deputy Governor

India Today  

Reserve Bank of India Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar on Monday said that banning cryptocurrencies is the most advisable choice for India as they are akin to Ponzi schemes and "may even be worse". FM Nirmala Sitharaman replies Rabi Sankar said that cryptocurrencies can wreck the currency system, the monetary authority, the banking system, and in general, the government’s ability …

Banning cryptocurrency perhaps most advisable choice open to India: RBI Deputy Governor
2 years, 10 months ago

Banning cryptocurrency perhaps most advisable choice open to India: RBI Deputy Governor

India TV News  

Highlights Banning cryptocurrency is perhaps the most advisable choice open to India, says RBI Deputy Governor Crypto-technology is underpinned by a philosophy to evade government controls, he said Cryptocurrencies developed to bypass regulated financial system, RBI Deputy Guv said Banning cryptocurrency is perhaps the most advisable choice open to India, said RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar adding they have …

Cryptocurrencies to be banned in India? FM Nirmala Sitharaman replies
2 years, 11 months ago

Cryptocurrencies to be banned in India? FM Nirmala Sitharaman replies

India Today  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said that a decision on "banning or not banning" cryptocurrencies will be taken after consultations. She also said that the government's move to levy a 30 per cent tax on gains from cryptocurrencies has nothing to do with the legality of private digital currencies in the market. "Banning or not banning cryptocurrencies will come …

Explained: RBI’s digital currency plans
2 years, 11 months ago

Explained: RBI’s digital currency plans

The Hindu  

The story so far: In the Budget presented for 2022-23, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had announced the introduction of India’s Central Bank Digital Currency and that the digital rupee would give a ‘big boost’ to digital economy. Central banks also believe that the cost of issuing digital currencies is far lower than the cost of printing and distributing physical cash. …

A lot of confusion lingers over RBI’s ‘digital rupee’
2 years, 11 months ago

A lot of confusion lingers over RBI’s ‘digital rupee’

Deccan Chronicle  

Of all the proposals that finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented in her speech as part of the Union Budget 2022-23, the announcement about the launch of digital rupee would have the potential to touch the lives of almost all Indians. The finance minister, in her speech, further clarified that the digital rupee or the Central Bank Digital Currency will be …

RBI is working on launching India's digital currency, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman
2 years, 11 months ago

RBI is working on launching India's digital currency, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman

India Today  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said the Reserve Bank of India is working on launching India's own digital currency. DIGITAL CURRENCY "The form and shape of India's digital currency will largely depend upon the Reserve Bank of India. In her Budget 2022-23 speech on February 1, FM Sitharaman proposed the RBI would introduce digital currency in the next financial …

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