Andreessen Horowitz to close UK office to focus on US crypto efforts

The London building, opened in 2023 while UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was in office, will be shuttered in favor of focusing on the venture capital firm’s US operations. дальше »

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Cloudbet Adds President Trump’s official $TRUMP token to its list of 40+ Supported Cryptocurrencies

Cloudbet, a leading player in the crypto sportsbook arena, has integrated President Trump’s official $TRUMP token into its extensive portfolio of over 40 supported cryptocurrencies. This development allows users to place bets on the next prime minister of Canada using $TRUMP, a meme coin that has recently made waves following its launch by US President-elect […] дальше »

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Malaysia Weighs Introduction of Crypto, Blockchain Legislation

The country's prime minister held discussions with Abu Dhabi's government and crypto exchange Binance to formulate how to move forward. дальше »

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U.K.’s new economic secretary Emma Reynolds to oversee crypto

Emma Reynolds, former parliamentary secretary at the Treasury, has been appointed the new economic secretary. Reynolds’s appointment follows the resignation of Tulip Siddiq, who stepped down in a letter to the Prime Minister. дальше »

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Malaysia’s PM wants to develop crypto and blockchain policies after meeting with CZ and UAE leaders

Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, says he wants to explore policies for crypto and blockchain technology after his meeting with Binance co-founder CZ and the Abu Dhabi government. According to a report by media outlet New Straits Times, Ibrahim… дальше »

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Crypto Adoption Takes Center Stage as Thailand’s Former PM Proposes Legal Gambling

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has proposed a significant shift in Thailand’s approach to online gambling and cryptocurrency regulation. Speaking at a public event in Bangkok, Thaksin outlined the economic potential of legalizing online gambling, a move he estimates could generate over 100 billion baht ($2. дальше »

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Keir Starmer’s Vision: Making AI the Lifeblood of the UK’s Economy

In a bold move to position the UK as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a comprehensive action plan to integrate AI into the fabric of the nation's economy, public services, and infrastructure. дальше »

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UK to put ‘AI into the veins’ of the country under prime minister’s plan

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the country will adopt a plan that includes all 50 recommendations made by the government's research agency. дальше »

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Kenya set to legalize crypto, says Finance Minister John Mbadi

Kenya's move to legalize crypto assets could boost financial inclusion and innovation, positioning the country as a leader in digital finance. The post Kenya set to legalize crypto, says Finance Minister John Mbadi appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Ex-UK PM Liz Truss Supports Bitcoin, Warns Against CBDCs

In an interview with Peter McCormack, the longtime Bitcoin advocate and host of a podcast that originally focused solely on Bitcoin before expanding to cover UK politics, former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss expressed her support for Bitcoin and expressed deep reservations about central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Truss, who briefly served as the UK’s […] дальше »

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Thailand pilots crypto payments for tourists in Phuket

Thailand is launching a pilot program to allow foreign tourists to use cryptocurrency for payments in Phuket.  Announced by Deputy Prime Minister Pichai Chunhavajira, the initiative aims to make digital payments easier and quicker for tourists while boosting the nation’s… дальше »

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Bitcoin Reserve Might Be Established By Potential Next Canadian PM, Expert Suggests

According to several reports, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau may soon step down, potentially opening the door for a more Bitcoin-friendly government. According to Reuters, Trudeau is “increasingly likely to announce he intends to step down,” although no final decision has been made. дальше »

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Canada PM frontrunner once vowed to make the country a ‘crypto capital’

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s exit has put attention on opposition leader Pierre Poilievre, who has a history of pro-crypto comments. дальше »

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Bitcoin advocate Pierre Poilievre leads as Canada’s next PM on Polymarket but lags on Kalshi

Pierre Poilievre, a Bitcoin advocate and the leader of Canada’s Conservative Party, has become the frontrunner to become the country’s next Prime Minister based on Polymarket odds. Predictions on the decentralized platform show Poilievre has an 89% chance of victory, down slightly from an earlier 92%. дальше »

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Polymarket predicts 92% chance of Poilievre succeeding Trudeau as Canada’s prime minister

In the wake of Justin Trudeau’s resignation, Polymarket is now forecasting a staggering 92% probability that Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre will succeed him as Canada’s next Prime Minister. This surge in odds comes after Trudeau stepped down from his post following intense scrutiny of his leadership and the Liberal Party. Speaking at a press conference, […] дальше »

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Trudeau's Departure in Canada Opens Possibilities for Crypto

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he'd step down as prime minister and his party's leader, opening the chance for a crypto supporter to replace him. дальше »

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Polymarket: 92% chance Poilievre succeeds Trudeau as PM

The Polymarket odds of Conservative and anti-CBDC candidate Pierre Poilievre being Canada’s next Prime Minister lept to 92% after Justin Trudeau’s resignation. дальше »

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Polymarket users bet on Canadian PM resigning before official announcement

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation at a Jan. 6 press conference.

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Polymarket users forecast PM Trudeau’s resignation by Jan. 10

Polymarket bettors predicted Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau would resign by week’s end, but local outlets believe his exit may happen sooner. дальше »

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Montenegro Extradites Do Kwon: Authorities Hand Terra Founder Over To The FBI

On New Year’s Eve, Montenegro authorities announced that Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon was extradited to the United States. The development comes after the Minister of Justice signed the order for his extradition, concluding the prolonged battle between the US and South Korea to bring the crypto entrepreneur to trial. Related Reading: Bitcoin ETFs See […] дальше »

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Former finance minister urges German central bank to consider Bitcoin as a reserve asset

Former German Finance Minister Christian Lindner has advocated for including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin in the European Central Bank and Bundesbank reserves to strengthen financial resilience and keep pace with global trends. дальше »

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Montenegro Justice Minister Approves Extradition Of Fallen Crypto Star Do Kwon To the U.S.

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Do Kwon's U.S. Extradition Gets Okay From Montenegro's Justice Minister

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Montenegro justice minister approves Do Kwon’s extradition to US

Do Kwon was apprehended by law enforcement in Montenegro in June 2023 after attempting to flee the country with a false passport. дальше »

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Do Kwon to be extradited to US, Montenegro’s justice minister confirms

Montenegro approves Do Kwon extradition to the US for charges linked to TerraUSD's collapse, following a Supreme Court ruling. The post Do Kwon to be extradited to US, Montenegro’s justice minister confirms appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Montenegro Justice Minister signs Do Kwon extradition to the US

Montenegro will extradite Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon to the United States, according to the latest news around the topic. On Dec. 27, reports in local news outlets said the development follows an approval for Do Kwon’s extradition by the Montenegrin Justice Minister Bojan Božović. дальше »

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Bitcoin Reserve Idea Sparks Cautious Response From Japan PM: Report

According to a recent report by Japanese cryptocurrency publication CoinPost, Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has taken a cautious stance on the proposal to establish a national Bitcoin (BTC) reserve. дальше »

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Binance endorses Thai ex-PM’s proposal for a pilot Bitcoin project

The chief executive of Binance’s Thai arm has encouraged the Bank of Thailand to consider former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s proposal for a pilot Bitcoin payment project so the nation does not get left behind. According to the Bangkok Post,… дальше »

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Japan PM not ready to talk about Bitcoin national reserve: Report

The Japanese prime minister said it is “difficult for the government to express its views” on implementing a Bitcoin strategic reserve. дальше »

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Montenegro Rejects Do Kwon’s Appeal, US Extradition is Likely

Montenegro's court rejects Do Kwon's extradition appeal, leaving the decision to the justice minister amid global legal scrutiny. The post Montenegro Rejects Do Kwon’s Appeal, US Extradition is Likely appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Russian firms turn to Bitcoin, stablecoins for global trade amid sanctions

Russia is actively using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to counteract the impact of Western sanctions on its economy, Reuters reported on Dec. 25. The report cited Finance Minister Anton Siluanov, who recently stated that Russian companies have begun to utilize digital currencies, particularly Bitcoin mined within the country, for international transactions. дальше »

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Russia adopts Bitcoin, crypto assets for cross-border transactions, finance minister says

Russia's use of crypto for trade may undermine Western sanctions, potentially reshaping global financial systems and regulatory approaches. The post Russia adopts Bitcoin, crypto assets for cross-border transactions, finance minister says appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Canada’s finance minister resigns, citing ‘serious challenges’ from US

Chrystia Freeland said she would remain a member of Canada’s parliament but had resigned from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet. дальше »

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Bitcoin May Hit $850,000, Former Thai Prime Minister Says

Former prime minister of Thailand has voiced staggering Bitcoin price outlook дальше »

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Russian state deputy urges finance minister to create Bitcoin strategic reserve

The Bitcoin strategic reserve has been an intensive issue in the past few months since Donald Trump announced these plans to the crypto community; now Russia has followed. Anton Tkachev, Duma state deputy of Russia, has urged the Minister of… дальше »

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Czech gov’t moves to exempt crypto held for 3+ years from being taxed

The prime minister said Czech residents would not have to report crypto transactions under $4,200 per year or pay taxes for selling digital assets held for more than three years. дальше »

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Binance, WazirX among crypto firms evading taxes in India, says gov’t

India has recovered $14 million in goods and services tax from crypto firms like WazirX, but Binance has yet to pay its $85 million tax evasion liabilities, the minister said. дальше »

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Binance tops list of 17 crypto entities probed for tax evasion in India

Binance accounted for the highest Goods and Service Tax evasion among registered cryptocurrency exchanges in India, according to the Indian Finance Ministry. Responding to a parliamentary question regarding tax compliance by cryptocurrency exchanges, Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary… дальше »

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Former U.K. minister approved for advisory role at Axiom Venture Capital

Former U.K. minister Steve Baker has been granted approval to take on a new role as an adviser for Bitcoin-focused venture capital firm Axiom. The Advisory Committee on Business Appointments granted former British politician Steve Baker approval to take up… дальше »

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UK government set to regulate crypto and stablecoins by next year

The UK government, under Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has confirmed plans to move forward with comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations after delays caused by the July general elections. With a fast-growing market and increasing interest in digital assets, the new regulations aim to address key gaps in oversight. дальше »

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U.K. to unveil crypto, stablecoin rules early next year

The U.K. government plans to unveil draft regulations for the crypto and stablecoin markets in early 2025, Bloomberg has reported. According to the publication, Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s administration aims to establish a regulatory framework for overseeing the crypto industry,… дальше »

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Japan PM vows to include tax cuts for crypto in stimulus package

Japan Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba promises to include discussions of tax cut proposals from the opposition party in his economic stimulus package, involving tax cuts for gasoline and crypto assets. дальше »

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Italy’s Crypto Tax U-Turn: New 28% Rate Signals A Fresh Start

Crypto watchers and investors in Italy have received encouraging news: Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government is considering a watered-down tax hike. From the initial proposal of 46%, which was announced last second week of October, the Italian government is currently re-evaluating the plan to limit the increase “to just 28%”. Related Reading: No! Judge Rejects […] дальше »

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Italy scales back plans to hike crypto tax rate: Report

A Bloomberg report suggested Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni could accept a proposal for a 28% tax hike on crypto rather than a 42% one. дальше »

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Italy lowers proposed crypto tax hike to 28%: report 

Italy’s government is considering lowering its proposed tax hike on crypto trades, reducing the planned rate increase from 42% to 28%. This shift comes as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s coalition appears inclined to amend the tax proposal, which was initially… дальше »

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Kemi Badenoch Is New Leader of U.K. Conservative Party

The leadership election was set-off by former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's decision to resign as party leader. дальше »

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Italy’s finance minister defends 42% crypto capital gains tax plan

Giancarlo Giorgetti said cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin presented a “very high level of risk,” highlighting the need for additional taxes. дальше »

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Russia to ban Bitcoin mining in key regions due to electricity deficit

Cryptocurrency mining will soon be banned in certain regions of Russia due to electricity shortages, per Deputy Energy Minister Evgeny Grabchak. Russia will soon prohibit Bitcoin (BTC) mining in several regions due to a critical electricity shortage, Russia’s state news… дальше »

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South Korea to ramp up oversight of cross-border crypto transactions: Report

South Korea’s finance minister, Choi Sang-Mok, said the country will introduce reporting mandates on cross-border crypto transactions to combat foreign exchange crime. дальше »

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Denmark could consider taxing unrealized crypto gains: report

The Tax Law Council in Denmark has recommended proposing a bill to tax unrealized gains and losses on crypto assets under an inventory taxation model. According to an Oct. 23 announcement citing Danish Tax Minister Rasmus Stoklund, the proposed bill… дальше »

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