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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....
Indian University Students Create Blockchain-Based System for Online Voting
21.10.2019
Students from the Malla Reddy Engineering College for Women in India have created a blockchain-based system for online voting
Indian Finance Minister Answers Crypto Questions at IMF Meeting
21.10.2019
At an IMF and World Bank meeting, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman talked about cryptocurrency and stablecoins when asked about Facebook’s Libra digital currency project. RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das also addressed the subject at the conference. Also read: Indian Supreme Court...
Minister Says India, Like Other Nations, Extremely Cautious on Libra
21.10.2019
India’s finance minister says many countries are cautioning against rushing ahead with Libra
Samsung SDS Partners With Tech Mahindra for a New DLT Product
20.10.2019
Samsung’s software arm Samsung SDS announced a joint blockchain development initiative with Tech Mahindra
Supreme Court of India Postpones Cryptocurrency Ban Hearing to November
16.10.2019
The India Supreme Court has postponed a hearing regarding the Reserve Bank of India’s policy that bans financial institutions from giving services to crypto businesses