Category: Legal & Finance - Page 2

Russia legalized crypto mining to bypass Western sanctions, using the A7A5 stablecoin and sanctioned exchanges to move billions in trade. But blockchain transparency and market limits make it a fragile workaround, not a full solution.

Starting in 2026, over 60 countries will automatically share your crypto transaction data with tax authorities. Here's how CARF works, who it affects, and what you need to do to stay compliant.

In 2025, crypto exchanges faced record fines totaling over $6 billion for AML failures, fraud, and market manipulation. Learn how OKX, SEC cases, and FINRA actions changed the game for users and platforms alike.

Russia legalized crypto mining in 2025 but imposed strict rules: regional bans, seasonal shutdowns, mandatory registration, 15% profit tax, and remote power cuts. Know where you can mine, when you’ll be shut off, and how to avoid heavy fines.

Japan's crypto licensing framework requires exchanges to meet strict capital, security, and compliance standards under FSA oversight. With 21 licensed platforms as of 2025, it's one of the world's most secure but restrictive crypto markets.

Bangladesh bans cryptocurrency under the 1947 Foreign Exchange Act, but the law doesn't actually define crypto as illegal. Despite the ban, crypto use thrives underground. Here's how it works in 2025.

Crypto tax evasion carries up to 5 years in prison and $250,000 fines. The IRS now tracks every transaction. Here’s what you need to know to avoid criminal charges.

Switzerland taxes crypto as wealth, not gains. Private investors pay no capital gains tax but must declare crypto holdings annually at year-end value. Rates vary by canton, and staking, mining, and DeFi have specific rules. Learn how it works in 2025.

No ban exists on non-custodial crypto wallets in India, but heavy taxes and confusing regulations make them hard to use. Learn what's really happening in 2025 and how to stay compliant.

Ecuador bans banks from processing crypto transactions, forcing users into risky P2P workarounds. Learn how the ban works, what you can do legally, and why it’s hurting financial inclusion in 2025.

As of 2025, businesses in mainland China cannot legally accept any cryptocurrency. The government has criminalized ownership and transactions, enforcing a total ban to promote its digital yuan. Violations carry severe penalties.

The Supreme Court's 2020 crypto ruling let Indians trade digital assets legally, but high taxes and no clear rules make it risky. Here's what you need to know about legality, taxes, and what's coming next.