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31 Мар 2025

What are crypto payment gateways, and how do they work?

Key takeaways Crypto payment gateways enable businesses to accept cryptocurrency payments from customers.  They act as intermediaries, converting crypto payments into the business’s preferred currency (crypto or fiat).  Crypto payment gateways reduce transaction fees compared to traditional banking systems and provide access to a global customer base. These gateways leverage blockchain technology to offer secure and faster transactions with fewer intermediaries, enhancing transparency and reducing the risk of fraud. The cryptocurrency industry faces significant challenges, particularly in the area of […]

31 Мар 2025

Trump’s trade war pressures crypto market as April 2 tariffs loom

Concerns over a global trade war continue to pressure traditional and cryptocurrency markets as investors brace for a potential tariff announcement from US President Donald Trump on April 2 — a move that could set the tone for Bitcoin’s price trajectory throughout the month. Trump first announced import tariffs on Chinese goods on Jan. 20, the day of his inauguration as president. Global tariff fears have led to heightened inflation concerns, limiting appetite for risk assets among investors. Bitcoin (BTC) […]

31 Мар 2025

How to buy Bitcoin in Australia

Key takeaways Bitcoin is legal in Australia and is regulated by AUSTRAC and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).  You can buy Bitcoin on various platforms, including centralized exchanges, decentralized exchanges (DEXs), P2P platforms and Bitcoin ATMs Payment options are diverse, including credit cards, debit cards, bank transfers and fiat cash deposits at ATMs Store your Bitcoin securely and opt for cold wallets, which protect you better than custodial wallets from crypto exchanges.  Bitcoin adoption continues to grow. More and more […]

31 Мар 2025

California introduces ’Bitcoin rights’ in amended digital assets bill

A Californian lawmaker has just added Bitcoin and crypto investor protections to a February-introduced money transmission bill aimed at securing crypto self-custody rights for the US state’s nearly 40 million residents. California’s Assembly Bill 1052 was introduced as the Money Transmission Act on Feb. 20, 2025, but was amended by Democrat and Banking and Finance Committee chair Avelino Valencia on March 28 to include several Bitcoin (BTC) and crypto-related investor protections. The amendments remove the term “Money Transmission Act,” renaming […]

31 Мар 2025

Is Cardano (ADA) a “zombie crypto”?

For years, Cardano (ADA) has been a cornerstone of the crypto landscape, consistently ranking among the top digital assets by market capitalization. Yet, despite its prominence, ADA’s performance has left many investors questioning its long-term prospects. While it recently made headlines for being included in US President Donald Trump’s initial proposal for a national crypto stockpile, its price action and onchain activity tell a different story — one that has even led some critics to brand it a “zombie.” Recent […]

31 Мар 2025

Japan to classify cryptocurrencies as financial products: Report

Japan’s finance regulator is planning to change the country’s laws to classify cryptocurrencies as financial products as early as 2026, according to the local outlet Nikkei. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) plans to submit a bill to parliament to revise the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act as early as next year after having considered the changes through internal study groups, Nikkei reported on March 30 without citing a source. The outlet reported that the details are still being finalized, but […]

31 Мар 2025

How to file crypto taxes in the US (2024–2025 tax season)

Key takeaways US crypto investors must file their 2024 tax returns by April 15, 2025, ensuring all crypto transactions are accurately reported to the IRS. Crypto held for less than a year is taxed as ordinary income (10%-37%), while holdings over a year qualify for lower capital gains rates (0%, 15%, or 20%). Selling, trading, or spending crypto triggers taxes, while holding or transferring between wallets does not. Mining, staking, airdrops, and crypto payments are taxed as income at applicable […]

31 Мар 2025

Stop pretending technical and human vulnerabilities are separate things

Opinion by: Andrey Sergeenkov, researcher, analyst and writer Crypto founders love big promises: decentralized finance, banking the unbanked and freedom from intermediaries. Then hacks happen. In some cases, billions vanish overnight.  On Feb. 21, 2025, the North Korean Lazarus Group stole $1.46 billion from Bybit. They sent phishing emails to staff with cold wallet access. After compromising these accounts, they accessed Bybit’s interface and replaced the multisignature wallet contract with their malicious version. When Bybit attempted a routine transfer, the […]

31 Мар 2025

How to file crypto taxes in the US (2024–2025 tax season)

Key takeaways US crypto investors must file their 2024 tax returns by April 15, 2025, ensuring all crypto transactions are accurately reported to the IRS. Crypto held for less than a year is taxed as ordinary income (10%-37%), while holdings over a year qualify for lower capital gains rates (0%, 15%, or 20%). Selling, trading, or spending crypto triggers taxes, while holding or transferring between wallets does not. Mining, staking, airdrops, and crypto payments are taxed as income at applicable […]

31 Мар 2025

Stablecoins, tokenized assets gain as Trump tariffs loom

Cryptocurrency investors are increasingly moving capital into stablecoins and tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) in a bid to avoid volatility ahead of US President Donald Trump’s widely anticipated tariff announcement on April 2. Increasingly, more capital is flowing into stablecoins and the real-world asset (RWA) tokenization sector, which refers to financial products and tangible assets such as real estate and fine art minted on the blockchain. “Stablecoins and RWAs continue to see steady inflows of capital as safe havens in the […]