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Indian central bank in ‘no hurry’ to rollout CBDC nationwide

News ▸ CBDCs 9 hours ago

Delhi police arrest key suspect in $235 million WazirX crypto breach

News ▸ Exchanges 7 days ago

Russia proposes digital asset investment platform for developing markets

Adoption 1 week ago

Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed establishing a BRICS digital asset platform to boost investment opportunities in emerging economies.

Russia proposes digital asset investment platform for developing markets

WazirX announces plans to launch DEX amid fallout from record crypto theft

Exchanges 2 weeks ago

The DEX launch seeks to restore trust after a major security breach exposed vulnerabilities in centralized exchanges.

WazirX announces plans to launch DEX amid fallout from record crypto theft

WazirX reveals 40% customer assets held on third-party exchanges amid transparency push

Exchanges 4 weeks ago

WazirX is seeking a third-party custodian that offers fund insurance.

WazirX reveals 40% customer assets held on third-party exchanges amid transparency push

India favors CBDCs over Bitcoin, Ethereum despite top rank in global adoption

Adoption 4 weeks ago

Despite leading in global crypto adoption, India may ban private cryptocurrencies in favor of CBDC alternatives.

India favors CBDCs over Bitcoin, Ethereum despite top rank in global adoption

Law enforcement in Delhi and Hong Kong crack down on major crypto scams

Crime 1 month ago

Fraudsters posed as government officials, luring investors with false promises of renewable energy profits.

Law enforcement in Delhi and Hong Kong crack down on major crypto scams

WazirX granted 4-month $230 million debt repayment extension by Singapore court

Exchanges 2 months ago

WazirX co-founder Nischal Shetty said the exchange will use the time to focus on ‘resolution, recovery and restructuring.’

WazirX granted 4-month $230 million debt repayment extension by Singapore court

Binance clarifies it never owned WazirX, demands accountability

Exchanges 2 months ago

Binance said its has been unable to verify the hack and WazirX has been unresponsive to its requests.

Binance clarifies it never owned WazirX, demands accountability

Stablecoins redefine financial access in emerging markets, report finds

Stablecoins 2 months ago

Stablecoins have evolved from niche crypto tools to mainstream financial asset used to hedge against economic uncertainty.

Stablecoins redefine financial access in emerging markets, report finds

CSAO region becomes global crypto hub with India, Singapore, and Indonesia leading the charge – Chainalysis

Adoption 2 months ago

India, Singapore, and Indonesia are transforming the crypto landscape with strong adoption, innovative payment solutions, and explosive trading activity.

CSAO region becomes global crypto hub with India, Singapore, and Indonesia leading the charge – Chainalysis

Indian regulators to clear offshore crypto exchanges after strict AML review

Exchanges 3 months ago

India's Financial Intelligence Unit is set to approve two new offshore crypto exchanges after a stringent compliance review.

Indian regulators to clear offshore crypto exchanges after strict AML review

WazirX hacker launders $10 million through Tornado Cash

Crypto 3 months ago

WazirX is allowing its users to make partial withdrawals of their Inidan Rupee balance on the exchange.

WazirX hacker launders $10 million through Tornado Cash

WazirX begins second phase of fiat withdrawals early, hackers begins moving funds

Exchanges 3 months ago

WazirX allows early phased withdrawals amid $230 million hack aftermath as hacker moves $6.5 million in stolen Ether through Tornado Cash

WazirX begins second phase of fiat withdrawals early, hackers begins moving funds

WazirX embarks on 30-day moratorium as rival seeks to recover around $10 million in stuck funds

Exchanges 3 months ago

WazirX said the moratorium would give it "breathing space" in its efforts to recover the stolen $235 million.

WazirX embarks on 30-day moratorium as rival seeks to recover around $10 million in stuck funds

WazirX CEO advises withdrawals amid ownership dispute and hack aftermath

Exchanges 3 months ago

Nischal Shetty advises users to withdraw INR amid ownership dispute and recent $235 million hack.

WazirX CEO advises withdrawals amid ownership dispute and hack aftermath

WazirX says external parties are attempting to prolong its restructuring efforts

Exchanges 3 months ago

The exchange will allow users to withdraw up to 66% of their INR balances in two phases starting Aug 26.

WazirX says external parties are attempting to prolong its restructuring efforts

WazirX to resume phased fiat withdrawals after $235M hack

Exchanges 3 months ago

The phased withdrawal plan will allow users to access up to 66% of their Indian rupee (INR) balances, and it will roll out in two stages.

WazirX to resume phased fiat withdrawals after $235M hack

India gears up for sweeping crypto regulations with new consultation paper

Regulation 3 months ago

Sources familiar with the matter said the first step of the plan is to release a consultation paper in the coming weeks that will invite feedback from stakeholders.

India gears up for sweeping crypto regulations with new consultation paper

Binance reappears on Indian app stores after securing key FIU-IND registration

Exchanges 3 months ago

Binance noted that India has a huge population of thriving crypto enthusiasts.

GMT DAO Launches Groundbreaking Burn Initiative with a Target of Up to 600 Million GMT

AIntivirus Announces Initiative Inspired by the Legacy of John McAfee

Memecoin revival drives Solana DEX Raydium past Tether in fees

Ethereum falls to 4-year low against Bitcoin as BTC breaks above $94k

Bitcoin ETFs record over $1 billion inflow in 2 days as new price peak boosts investments

Stablecoin market hits 2-year high of $183B amid Trump victory fueled optimism

Crypto liquidations become elevated hitting highest persistent level of 2024 amid Bitcoin rally

MicroStrategy eyes another raise, now $1.75 billion for potential 19,000 Bitcoin boost

OORT’s Max Li emphasizes blockchain’s role in AI trust and ethics revolution

Sunny Aggarwal’s vision for seamless cross-chain trading with Polaris

The rise of crypto neobanks: Nikolai Denisenko on Brighty’s mission

Revolutionizing Biotech: Paul Kohlhaas discusses decentralized science and open innovation

Sui aims to become the “Internet Coordination Layer,” says Mysten Labs Co-Founder

Liquidium CEO Robin Obermaier discusses Bitcoin DeFi and cross-chain lending

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Places India

Indian central bank in ‘no hurry’ to rollout CBDC nationwide

Delhi police arrest key suspect in $235 million WazirX crypto breach

Russia proposes digital asset investment platform for developing markets

WazirX announces plans to launch DEX amid fallout from record crypto theft

WazirX reveals 40% customer assets held on third-party exchanges amid transparency push

India favors CBDCs over Bitcoin, Ethereum despite top rank in global adoption

Law enforcement in Delhi and Hong Kong crack down on major crypto scams

WazirX granted 4-month $230 million debt repayment extension by Singapore court

Binance clarifies it never owned WazirX, demands accountability

Stablecoins redefine financial access in emerging markets, report finds