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Offshore exchanges gain ground as domestic platforms and tax revenues face growing pressure New Delhi: The Government of India, answering a Lok Sabha query in December 2025, formally admitted for the first time that some offshore crypto exchanges catering to Indian users were not adhering to TDS provisions under the…
From Washington to Beijing, Regulators Converge on Rules for Stablecoins New Delhi: Across jurisdictions, policymakers are recognising that stablecoins have outgrown their origins as a fringe crypto innovation. Global supply has surged from approximately $120 billion in late 2023 to more than $300 billion by late 2025, bringing stablecoins firmly…
What global tax models reveal about the risks of India’s high-friction VDA regime Dilip ChenoyChairperson, Bharat Web3 Association The global discourse on the taxation of virtual digital assets has evolved significantly over the past half decade. Early policy responses, shaped by uncertainty and institutional caution, often relied on taxation as…
Asia and Oceania Move Toward Pragmatic Crypto Oversight with Licensing and Compliance Measures New Delhi: Across Asia and Oceania, the conversation around crypto has moved from whether it should exist to how it should operate within the financial system. Regulators are now focusing on managing digital assets safely while fostering…
Clearer global regulations, rising tokenisation pilots, maturing blockchain architecture, and the growing convergence of AI and Web3 signal a year of steady, infrastructure-driven progress rather than hype. 12 December 2025 After years marked by speculative frenzy, sharp market corrections, and a slow phase of rebuilding, the Web3 ecosystem is entering…
Dr. Paul criticizes CM Revanth Reddy for inviting Tony Blair and urges citizens to oppose his presence at the summit New Delhi: Dr. K. A. Paul, through a video statement, criticised the Telangana government for inviting former UK PM Tony Blair to the “Telangana Sinking Summit.” He expressed disbelief that…
GNLU’s high-level consultations in Gandhinagar and Bengaluru brought experts and industry leaders together, underscoring the need for clear rules, stronger safeguards, and innovation-driven regulatory reforms for India’s crypto ecosystem. Gandhinagar, 5 December 2025 The Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) has taken a significant step toward formulating a well-defined regulatory framework…
A TIOL study reveals that over 90% of India-linked crypto trading has moved to offshore platforms, exposing significant gaps in the country’s VDA tax framework and enforcement system. 04th Dec, 2025 As nations across the world move steadily toward integrating cryptocurrencies into their formal financial systems, India is grappling with…
Adoption of OECD CARF Framework Seen as Crucial for Global Alignment New Delhi: With Budget 2026 approaching, policymakers are increasingly recognizing the need to revisit India’s VDA taxation model. Although the 30% tax and 1% TDS were introduced to enhance oversight and restrict excessive trading, they have inadvertently driven traders…
New FSB and IOSCO assessments show accelerating global crypto regulation, yet fragmented enforcement and India’s missing framework deepen concerns over risk, stability, and cross-border vulnerabilities. 22 November 2025 Global crypto regulation has entered a decisive phase. In recent weeks, landmark assessments from the Financial Stability Board (FSB) and the International…
