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Indian Government Programs Add New Crypto Courses
14.11.2019
The Indian government has added new educational courses teaching cryptocurrency and blockchain technology to the public and law enforcement officers. Amid regulatory uncertainty and banking restrictions, cryptocurrency and blockchain technology remain important topics of study in India. Also read:...
Corrupt CBI Officer Booked for Extorting Vigilante Bitcoiner
10.11.2019
India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has reportedly booked its own officer in an extortion case involving bitcoin. The target was a man who previously fell victim to the Bitconnect scam and allegedly resorted to extreme measures to recoup his money. Also read: China Now Censors...
WazirX CEO Nischal Shetty Urges Indian Government to Lend Support for Crypto Industry
8.11.2019
Where on the one hand the world is progressing towards the adoption of digital currencies as the promising tools for lubricating finance and trade, the Indian subcontinent has somehow restrained itself from exploring the arena. The strict restrictions imposed by the topmost banking authority...
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Eases Refinancing Limits on Selected Borrowers
8.11.2019
In a development that should come as a major boost for Indian banks that operate overseas, the Indian central bank RBI eased restrictions with regards to refinancing certain loans. According to the policies that are going to go into effect in December this year, foreign branches of Indian banks...
Bithumb on the Lookout for Partnering Opportunities in India
7.11.2019
Bithumb Global, South Korea based cryptocurrency exchange, is looking to build a legislated exchange for cryptocurrencies in India. The firm will reportedly talk terms with Indian regulators to initiate the operations for the exchange. The firm is anticipated to be on the lookout for expansion...
Blockchain Can Boost Economic Growth in Emerging Economies: Ex RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan
7.11.2019
Former eminent governor of Reserve Bank of India, Dr. Raghuram Rajan, said here on Thursday that technology such as blockchain and digital assets can play a significant role in boosting economic growth, raising financial inclusion, and transforming businesses in emerging economies all across...
India’s Largest Crypto Exchange CoinDCX Organizes Get Together Event for Crypto Leaders
7.11.2019
CoinDCX, which takes pride in being the largest cryptocurrency trading platform of the Indian subcontinent recently, came into news for organizing the ‘first-of-its-kind’ private crypto dinner on Saturday in one of the best and premium-class venues of the country, The Lalit. The event was graced...
190 Indian Bank Locations Raided in Massive Fraud Crackdown
6.11.2019
India’s Central Bureau of Investigation has reportedly raided over 190 bank locations nationwide in an effort to crack down on fraud involving at least 15 banks. As many as 1,000 officers were involved in what is now one of the largest coordinated searches in India this year. Also read: State...
SBI Chief Commented on Regulating Cryptocurrencies and the Long-debated Ban
6.11.2019
Reportedly, in a recent interview following the meeting of the World Banks and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington, D.C, the Chairman of State Bank of India (SBI), Rajnish Kumar, has expressed optimism for the regulation of cryptocurrency in India. It came as a relief to...
Bitcoin Ban Means India Will Get More Corrupt Under Modi — Tim Draper
5.11.2019
India “going back to old ways” with crypto ban, says Draper
India’s Defense Minister Touts Blockchain, AI Role in Warfare
4.11.2019
India's defense minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the potential use of blockchain technology in the defense industry on Monday
Blockchain and AI Have ‘Revolutionized’ War — India Defence Minister
4.11.2019
India bets on blockchain role in warfare
10th-Largest Indian State to Release Policy for Blockchain and AI
31.10.2019
The 10th-largest Indian state, Tamil Nadu, is reportedly working on a state-level policy for blockchain technology and AI
Indian Crypto Trading Volumes Accelerate on Positive Sentiments
28.10.2019
Cryptocurrency trading volumes in India have accelerated despite regulatory uncertainty and banking restrictions imposed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Global trading platforms and service providers have also been expanding their operations to serve Indian users. Also read: Mistakes Crypto...
Rocky Relationship Between India and Cryptocurrencies: a Complete Detail
28.10.2019
Unlike many other countries, the stance of the Indian government towards cryptocurrencies has remained consistently negative right from the inception. The Government of India continues to remain hostile to the idea of digital coins, and the primary reason behind it is the non-sovereign...
State Bank of India Chief Argues Crypto Regulation Is a Must
25.10.2019
The chairman of the State Bank of India (SBI) has spoken in favor of cryptocurrency regulation in an interview. He believes that it is necessary to regulate cryptocurrencies. Last week, the chairman attended IMF meetings in Washington, D.C., with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Also read:...
The Demand for Permissionless Freedom Is Just Getting Started
25.10.2019
Every year the world seems to be getting crazier and more people are starting to realize that it stems from oppressive government transgressions against a peaceful society. The world has noticed millions of people from France, Hong Kong, Venezuela, Indonesia and more are rising up because citizens...
Bank Crisis Spreads in India – Deaths, Strike, Supreme Court Denial
23.10.2019
The Indian banking sector is facing multiple challenges. Customers of several cooperative banks are still struggling to withdraw their money, and deaths have been reported in connection with withdrawal restrictions. Meanwhile, some 300,000 state-run bank employees are on strike against what...
‘No Borders’ — Alistair Milne Sends Bitcoin Instead of $2.6K Gold Bar
22.10.2019
Following a giveaway announcement in September, Alistair Milne gives away Bitcoin instead of a $2,600 Denarium gold bar
Cashaa Launches Banking Solution for Indian Crypto Owners
22.10.2019
Banking services platform Cashaa is offering a solution for Indian crypto owners facing banking restrictions imposed by the country’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The service allows users to deposit up to 1 crore rupees (~$141,012) per month to purchase cryptocurrencies....