• Jul 21, 2026

Cryptocurrency is a hidden, secure form of token that carries a monetary value. Bitcoins, Ethereum, Litecoins and various other similar terms that you hear, fall under the broad umbrella of Cryptocurrencies. Most of the cryptocurrency trades are recorded on a blockchain that forms a decentralized system. This is one of the reasons why it has become so popular in recent times.

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Coinbase Launches Coinbase Pro, Acquires Paradex

Coinbase Pro is the updated version of GDAX - its trading platform for the individuals.

Japan's Money Forward Plans to Launch a Crypto Exchange

The company operates a popular personal financial management application, which reportedly has over 5.5 million users. 

Indian Crypto Traders May Soon Have to Pay 18% GST

The proposal will be considered by the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council once it is finalized.

Taiwan Govt. All Set For Blockchain Growth

It has formed two new groups - The Taiwan Parliamentary Coalition for Blockchain (TPCB) and the Taiwan Blockchain Self-Regulatory Organization (TBSRO).

Iran and Russia May Use Cryptos to Bypass US-Imposed Sanctions

Reports from Russia indicate that Iran and Russia are having ‘high level talks’ to circumvent dollar-based commerce with the help of cryptocurrencies.

Argentina Bank Allows Bitcoin for Cross-Border Payments

Banco Masventas has entered into a partnership with crypto exchange Bitex to offer this service.

Norway Plans to Launch its Own Cryptocurrency

The bank plans to release Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) and plans to deploy it as an alternative to deposits by the local Norwegian banks.

Bank of England Highlights Three Models of Issuing Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)

The Bank of England has released a paper talking about various models of issuing Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).

ICO Scams on the Rise: Over $1 Billion Stolen in ICO Scams

Over a Billion dollars have been lost in ICO scams - and 271 scammy coins have been identified, a report from the Wall Street Journal points out.

Supreme Court of India To Take Up All Crypto-Petitions, No New Petitions to be Allowed

India's Supreme Court has stated that the High Courts will no longer accept any petitions against the RBI’s order - the SC will take up all pending petitions.