Cryptocurrency and blockchain regulations, laws, policies and more.
South Korea’s Democratic Party (KDP) has shifted its stance on the proposed crypto capital gains tax, now agreeing to delay its implementation for another two years, pushing the tax start date to 2027.
Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is cracking down on several overseas cryptocurrency exchanges, accusing them of operating illegally within the country.
Brazil’s Central Bank (BCB) has unveiled a draft proposal aiming to restrict the withdrawal of foreign currency-backed stablecoins to self-custody wallets.
Taiwan has expedited the rollout of its Anti-Money Laundering (AML) rules for cryptocurrency businesses, following recent fines against two exchanges for failing to meet compliance standards.
Coinbase is set to end its USDC rewards program for users in the European Economic Area (EEA) starting December 1, a move driven by compliance with the upcoming Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation.
Russia has moved forward with a new tax framework for cryptocurrency, focusing on both mining and trading.
Hong Kong is introducing tax exemptions on crypto investments for high-net-worth individuals, hedge funds, and private equity firms to attract global capital and enhance its position as a cryptocurrency hub in Asia.