The IRS’ 2014 tax guidance may encourage cryptocurrency users to use unregulated foreign exchanges and use privacy coins like monero or zcash.
Taxing Every Bitcoin Purchase Will Backfire for the IRS
The IRS’ 2014 tax guidance may encourage cryptocurrency users to use unregulated foreign exchanges and use privacy coins like monero or zcash.
Crypto Exchange OKEx to Roll Back Trades After Futures Plunge
OKEx has halted token withdrawal and futures trading amid irregular activities that pulled down bitcoin futures price significantly.
Broken Privacy? The Allegations Against Monero Are Old News
Monero devs think a re-released paper is causing unnecessary stir, but also believe it will help move the crypto’s privacy tech forward.
Bitcoin Breaks Below $7K to Fall to 50-Day Low
Bitcoin has dropped below $7,000, reaching a month-low since Feb. 7 while the cryptocurrency market is seeing a major sell-off.
<h1>Intel’s Application For A Patent Relating To Cars And Blockchains Published</h1>
Intel filed a patent application, which was recently published, for a system that would allow vehicles to transmit data to third parties in a way that protects the driver/owner’s privacy. The system would accomplish this, in part, by using blockchain technology, private key encryption, and zero-knowledge proofs.
<h1>UK FCA Warns Against Bulgarian Cryptocurrency Derivatives Provider</h1>
On Thursday, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published a cautionary note about Olsson Capital, a Bulgarian firm that has been offering cryptocurrency-linked financial products in the United Kingdom without authorization.
<h1>Hacked Korean Cryptocurrency Exchange Youbit’s Insurance Claim Is Denied</h1>
A leading South Korean insurance firm has rejected a claim from the cryptocurrency exchange Youbit, which was seeking a $2.8 million payout following a hack in December 2017 that caused it to declare bankruptcy.
<h1>Reconciling Blockchain Technology With Europe’s GDPR</h1>
Over twenty years of evolving data privacy legislation from across Europe has culminated in a restructuring of individual data privacy rights for the entire European Union. The sweeping new regulations may seem to be at odds with how blockchain technology functions, but they might actually be the catalyst needed to spur mass adoption.
Ether Drops Below $400 to Hit Lowest Price Since November
The price of ether, the cryptocurrency of the ethereum network, fell below $400 on Thursday for the first time since November.
Intel Wants to Patent a Bitcoin Mining Hardware ‘Accelerator’
Intel explains in a recently-released patent application how it would improve its products for bitcoin mining purposes.
<h1>West Virginia Announces Blockchain Voting Pilot In Upcoming Election</h1>
Two counties in West Virginia have rolled out a blockchain-based platform with the aim of allowing certain absentee voters to cast ballots in this year’s primary election.
Email Service MailChimp to Block ICO, Crypto Marketing
Email distribution company MailChimp will bar marketing campaigns for cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings next month.
Game Giant Unity to Work With Kik’s ICO Token
The Kin Foundation, which governs the cryptocurrency developed by Kik, announced a partnership with Unity Technologies on Thursday.
<h1>Thai Digital Asset Regulation To Begin In April; Draft Decree Details Tax Standards</h1>
According to a draft version of a royal decree, ICO issuers in Thailand will have 90 days to inform the SEC of their intentions. The document also states that digital asset trades will be subject to a 15 percent capital gains tax and a seven percent value-added tax, regardless of a trade’s profitability.
<h1>Thai Digital Asset Regulation To Begin In April; Draft Decree Details Tax Standards</h1>
According to a draft version of a royal decree, ICO issuers in Thailand will have 90 days to inform the SEC of their intentions. The document also states that digital asset trades will be subject to a 15 percent capital gains tax and a seven percent value-added tax, regardless of a trade’s profitability.
<h1>Thai Digital Asset Regulation To Begin In April; Draft Decree Details Tax Standards</h1>
According to a draft version of a royal decree, ICO issuers in Thailand will have 90 days to inform the SEC of their intentions. The document also states that digital asset trades will be subject to a 15 percent capital gains tax and a seven percent value-added tax, regardless of a trade’s profitability.
<h1>Thai Digital Asset Regulation To Begin In April; Draft Decree Details Tax Standards</h1>
According to a draft version of a royal decree, ICO issuers in Thailand will have 90 days to inform the SEC of their intentions. The document also states that digital asset trades will be subject to a 15 percent capital gains tax and a seven percent value-added tax, regardless of a trade’s profitability.
<h1>Thai Digital Asset Regulation To Begin In April; Draft Decree Details Tax Standards</h1>
According to a draft version of a royal decree, ICO issuers in Thailand will have 90 days to inform the SEC of their intentions. The document also states that digital asset trades will be subject to a 15 percent capital gains tax and a seven percent value-added tax, regardless of a trade’s profitability.
Scammers Are Posing As Crypto Exchange Support Staff, Says FBI
The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center warned against criminals who pretend to be tech support for crypto exchanges.