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South Korea to push 20% crypto tax in 2025 with higher exemption limit: report

South Korea’s ruling Democratic Party plans to forge ahead with the planned crypto tax from the start of 2025. The party, however, is looking to raise the tax exemption limit from about $1,795 to $35,919.

theblock.co • 20/11/2024 - 06:23 AM

The Daily: Dogecoin investors drop class-action lawsuit against Elon Musk, Michael Saylor plans $100K bitcoin party and more

Dogecoin investors dropped their lawsuit against Musk; JPMorgan forecasts crypto-friendly changes under Trump; RFK Jr. nominated for health position; Upbit faces KYC violations; Saylor plans $100K bitcoin party.

theblock.co • 15/11/2024 - 20:16 PM

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Hong Kong regulator takes aim at crypto firms posing as banks

The HKMA warns that two overseas crypto firms misrepresented themselves as banks, potentially misleading consumers and violating local banking regulations amid Hong Kong's push to become a crypto hub.

theblock.co • 15/11/2024 - 11:30 AM

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South Korea’s Upbit under probe for at least 500,000 KYC violations: report

Upbit, South Korea's largest crypto exchange, allegedly failed KYC procedures for 500,000+ accounts, risking fines and license renewal amid regulatory scrutiny.

theblock.co • 15/11/2024 - 11:21 AM

Singapore plans further commercialization of tokenized assets to ‘deepen liquidity’

MAS has launched two frameworks for asset tokenization in fixed income and funds to enhance efficiency and liquidity in financial markets, involving significant industry collaboration.

theblock.co • 04/11/2024 - 10:44 AM

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Taiwan’s FSC to heighten scrutiny of crypto listings on exchanges in upcoming January rules, official says

Taiwan's financial watchdog will enforce new regulations for crypto asset providers in 2025, focusing on compliance, security, and transparency to combat illegal activities and enhance oversight.

theblock.co • 04/11/2024 - 04:22 AM

Gemini receives preliminary approval for MPI license in Singapore amid Asia expansion

Gemini has received approval for a Major Payment Institution license in Singapore, enhancing its expansion in Asia and commitment to providing secure crypto services in the region.

theblock.co • 30/10/2024 - 04:27 AM

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Hong Kong eyes tax breaks for crypto, more trading platform licenses by year-end: officials

The Hong Kong government’s Treasury chief said the city will extend existing tax concessions to cover cryptocurrency investments by the end of this year. The regulators also plan to approve more crypto asset trading platform licenses by the end of the year.

theblock.co • 28/10/2024 - 06:56 AM

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South Korea plans to impose reporting mandate for 'cross-border' crypto transactions: report

South Korea plans stricter regulations on cross-border cryptocurrency transactions to combat foreign exchange crimes, requiring pre-registration and monitoring, with legal updates expected by 2025.

theblock.co • 25/10/2024 - 02:42 AM

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Japan's DPP leader pledges 20% tax cap on crypto gains in policy pitch for upcoming election

Yuichiro Tamaki of Japan's DPP proposes reducing crypto taxation to 20% and eliminating taxes on crypto trades, aiming to boost trading volumes and the industry amid upcoming elections.

theblock.co • 21/10/2024 - 09:48 AM

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