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Cryptocurrency is a hidden, secure form of token that carries a monetary value. Bitcoins, Ethereum, Litecoins and various other similar terms that you hear, fall under the broad umbrella of Cryptocurrencies. Most of the cryptocurrency trades are recorded on a blockchain that forms a decentralized system. This is one of the reasons why it has become so popular in recent times.

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Israeli Firms May Soon Have To Report All Crypto-Activities of their Clients

A draft law in Israel will bring in new reporting requirements for the Financial Service Providers to report the cryptocurrency activity of their clients.

Land Can Now Be Bought in California Using Ripple (XRP)

Propy Inc, a real-estate agency in California is looking forward to selling a 27 acre piece of land in exchange for Bitcoin, Ethereum or Ripple payments. 

Bank of England Open to the Possibility of a Bank Regulated Cryptocurrency

The Bank of England has had a flip-flopping stance when it comes to cryptocurrencies. However, it appears that they are now open about the possibility of CBDCs.

Coinbase Launches Coinbase Pro, Acquires Paradex

Coinbase Pro is the updated version of GDAX - its trading platform for the individuals.

Japan's Money Forward Plans to Launch a Crypto Exchange

The company operates a popular personal financial management application, which reportedly has over 5.5 million users. 

Indian Crypto Traders May Soon Have to Pay 18% GST

The proposal will be considered by the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council once it is finalized.

Taiwan Govt. All Set For Blockchain Growth

It has formed two new groups - The Taiwan Parliamentary Coalition for Blockchain (TPCB) and the Taiwan Blockchain Self-Regulatory Organization (TBSRO).

Iran and Russia May Use Cryptos to Bypass US-Imposed Sanctions

Reports from Russia indicate that Iran and Russia are having ‘high level talks’ to circumvent dollar-based commerce with the help of cryptocurrencies.

Argentina Bank Allows Bitcoin for Cross-Border Payments

Banco Masventas has entered into a partnership with crypto exchange Bitex to offer this service.

Norway Plans to Launch its Own Cryptocurrency

The bank plans to release Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) and plans to deploy it as an alternative to deposits by the local Norwegian banks.