# Russian Duma prepares bill on cryptocurrency taxation

# Russian Duma prepares bill on cryptocurrency taxation

“# Russian Duma prepares bill on cryptocurrency taxation ” Russian lawmakers are actively preparing new legislation for taxing cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC). According to an official announcement by the Russian State Duma, the Duma’s Committee on State Building and Legislation has approved a bill on cryptocurrency taxation on Feb. 15. The new bill represents a…

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# Thai SEC schedules hearings to address crypto investor qualifications

# Thai SEC schedules hearings to address crypto investor qualifications

“# Thai SEC schedules hearings to address crypto investor qualifications ” A major financial regulator in Thailand is looking to determine qualifications for cryptocurrency traders to ensure investor protection. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Thailand has scheduled a public hearing this month to address specific requirements for investors that want to open a crypto…

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# Institutional adoption underscores urgency of clear crypto rules, says Hester Pierce

# Institutional adoption underscores urgency of clear crypto rules, says Hester Pierce

“# Institutional adoption underscores urgency of clear crypto rules, says Hester Pierce ” As institutions move into the cryptocurrency space, the need for clear rules regarding digital assets is critical, an official at the Securities and Exchange Commission said. SEC commissioner Hester Peirce believes that clear cryptocurrency rules are needed now more than ever due…

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# Australian regulators open to Bitcoin ETF with ‘rules in place’

# Australian regulators open to Bitcoin ETF with ‘rules in place’

“# Australian regulators open to Bitcoin ETF with ‘rules in place’ ” The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has clarified its position regarding Bitcoin (BTC)-linked exchange-traded funds.  According to a Feb. 12 report by the Australian Financial Review, the commission addressed the subject after previously rejecting a Bitcoin ETF initiative by local company Cosmos Capital….

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