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Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Subscribe To Our Newsletter

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\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Subscribe To Our Newsletter

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\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n
\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

Most Read

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\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Subscribe To Our Newsletter

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\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Subscribe To Our Newsletter

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ADVERTISEMENT
\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

Most Read

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\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

Most Read

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

By subscribing, you agree with our privacy and terms.

Follow The Distributed

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\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

Most Read

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

By subscribing, you agree with our privacy and terms.

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\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

Most Read

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

By subscribing, you agree with our privacy and terms.

Follow The Distributed

ADVERTISEMENT
\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Subscribe To Our Newsletter

By subscribing, you agree with our privacy and terms.

Follow The Distributed

ADVERTISEMENT
\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

Most Read

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

By subscribing, you agree with our privacy and terms.

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ADVERTISEMENT
\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

Most Read

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

By subscribing, you agree with our privacy and terms.

Follow The Distributed

ADVERTISEMENT
\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Subscribe To Our Newsletter

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Follow The Distributed

ADVERTISEMENT
\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Subscribe To Our Newsletter

By subscribing, you agree with our privacy and terms.

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\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

Most Read

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

By subscribing, you agree with our privacy and terms.

Follow The Distributed

ADVERTISEMENT
\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Subscribe To Our Newsletter

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\n

Indian Financial Technology And Allied Services

The Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services, the central bank's research wing, is spearheading the initial development phase. The project has already gained considerable momentum with the appointment of EY as an advisor. Financial backing will come from the central bank's substantial asset development fund of 229.74 billion Indian rupees ($2.72 billion), with plans to eventually invite financial firms to take equity positions.

In a strategic move to strengthen data sovereignty, the RBI has restricted project participation to India-incorporated companies with proven experience in cloud solutions. The selected partners will be required to establish data center facilities in Mumbai and Hyderabad, furthering the central bank's commitment to data localization.

Industry response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with numerous IT companies and Indian cloud service providers expressing keen interest in partnering with the central bank. This enthusiasm reflects the project's potential to reshape India's financial technology ecosystem.

This groundbreaking initiative by the RBI signals a significant shift in how emerging economies approach digital infrastructure development. The project could serve as a blueprint for other central banks looking to establish sovereign cloud platforms.

The success of this venture could have far-reaching implications for India's financial sector. By providing affordable cloud solutions, the RBI could accelerate digital transformation among smaller financial institutions, potentially leading to more innovative financial products and services for consumers.

However, the project faces several challenges. The RBI will need to ensure its platform matches the technological sophistication and reliability of established global providers while maintaining competitive pricing. The success of this initiative could also influence future regulatory frameworks for cloud services in the financial sector.

Looking ahead, this move could catalyze the development of India's domestic IT capabilities and potentially position the country as a leader in financial technology infrastructure. The project's outcome could significantly impact the future landscape of cloud services in emerging markets and reshape the relationship between central banks and technology infrastructure.
<\/h2>\n","post_title":"Indian Central Bank's Cloud Computing Venture Aims To Democratize Financial Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-central-banks-cloud-computing-venture-aims-to-democratize-financial-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-24 21:49:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=19457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":16460,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2024-04-19 23:38:06","post_date_gmt":"2024-04-19 13:38:06","post_content":"\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Subscribe To Our Newsletter

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Follow The Distributed

ADVERTISEMENT
\n

See Related: <\/em>I<\/a><\/strong>ndian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian Financial Technology And Allied Services

The Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services, the central bank's research wing, is spearheading the initial development phase. The project has already gained considerable momentum with the appointment of EY as an advisor. Financial backing will come from the central bank's substantial asset development fund of 229.74 billion Indian rupees ($2.72 billion), with plans to eventually invite financial firms to take equity positions.

In a strategic move to strengthen data sovereignty, the RBI has restricted project participation to India-incorporated companies with proven experience in cloud solutions. The selected partners will be required to establish data center facilities in Mumbai and Hyderabad, furthering the central bank's commitment to data localization.

Industry response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with numerous IT companies and Indian cloud service providers expressing keen interest in partnering with the central bank. This enthusiasm reflects the project's potential to reshape India's financial technology ecosystem.

This groundbreaking initiative by the RBI signals a significant shift in how emerging economies approach digital infrastructure development. The project could serve as a blueprint for other central banks looking to establish sovereign cloud platforms.

The success of this venture could have far-reaching implications for India's financial sector. By providing affordable cloud solutions, the RBI could accelerate digital transformation among smaller financial institutions, potentially leading to more innovative financial products and services for consumers.

However, the project faces several challenges. The RBI will need to ensure its platform matches the technological sophistication and reliability of established global providers while maintaining competitive pricing. The success of this initiative could also influence future regulatory frameworks for cloud services in the financial sector.

Looking ahead, this move could catalyze the development of India's domestic IT capabilities and potentially position the country as a leader in financial technology infrastructure. The project's outcome could significantly impact the future landscape of cloud services in emerging markets and reshape the relationship between central banks and technology infrastructure.
<\/h2>\n","post_title":"Indian Central Bank's Cloud Computing Venture Aims To Democratize Financial Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-central-banks-cloud-computing-venture-aims-to-democratize-financial-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-24 21:49:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=19457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":16460,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2024-04-19 23:38:06","post_date_gmt":"2024-04-19 13:38:06","post_content":"\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

India's central bank is preparing to make a move into the cloud computing space, announcing plans to launch a pilot program in 2025 that could potentially transform the country's financial technology landscape. The initiative, aimed at providing affordable cloud storage solutions to financial institutions, marks an unprecedented step by a major central bank to create a sovereign cloud infrastructure.

The Reserve Bank of India's ambitious project comes at a time when the nation's cloud services market is experiencing explosive growth. According to International Data Corporation, the market, valued at $8.3 billion in 2023, is projected to reach $24.2 billion by 2028, highlighting the immense potential in this sector.

The development, as reported by Reuters, represents a significant shift in India's approach to financial technology infrastructure. The central bank's cloud platform will be developed in collaboration with domestic IT firms, positioning itself as an alternative to global technology giants such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and IBM Cloud.

The project's initial implementation is expected to begin on a modest scale in the coming months, with a phased expansion planned over subsequent years. The platform is being specifically designed to address the needs of smaller banking and financial services firms that currently find existing cloud solutions prohibitively expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: <\/em>I<\/a><\/strong>ndian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian Financial Technology And Allied Services

The Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services, the central bank's research wing, is spearheading the initial development phase. The project has already gained considerable momentum with the appointment of EY as an advisor. Financial backing will come from the central bank's substantial asset development fund of 229.74 billion Indian rupees ($2.72 billion), with plans to eventually invite financial firms to take equity positions.

In a strategic move to strengthen data sovereignty, the RBI has restricted project participation to India-incorporated companies with proven experience in cloud solutions. The selected partners will be required to establish data center facilities in Mumbai and Hyderabad, furthering the central bank's commitment to data localization.

Industry response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with numerous IT companies and Indian cloud service providers expressing keen interest in partnering with the central bank. This enthusiasm reflects the project's potential to reshape India's financial technology ecosystem.

This groundbreaking initiative by the RBI signals a significant shift in how emerging economies approach digital infrastructure development. The project could serve as a blueprint for other central banks looking to establish sovereign cloud platforms.

The success of this venture could have far-reaching implications for India's financial sector. By providing affordable cloud solutions, the RBI could accelerate digital transformation among smaller financial institutions, potentially leading to more innovative financial products and services for consumers.

However, the project faces several challenges. The RBI will need to ensure its platform matches the technological sophistication and reliability of established global providers while maintaining competitive pricing. The success of this initiative could also influence future regulatory frameworks for cloud services in the financial sector.

Looking ahead, this move could catalyze the development of India's domestic IT capabilities and potentially position the country as a leader in financial technology infrastructure. The project's outcome could significantly impact the future landscape of cloud services in emerging markets and reshape the relationship between central banks and technology infrastructure.
<\/h2>\n","post_title":"Indian Central Bank's Cloud Computing Venture Aims To Democratize Financial Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-central-banks-cloud-computing-venture-aims-to-democratize-financial-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-24 21:49:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=19457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":16460,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2024-04-19 23:38:06","post_date_gmt":"2024-04-19 13:38:06","post_content":"\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

Additionally, Microsoft Research (MSR) Lab unveiled a new AI Innovation Network that aims to convert research into practical business solutions.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft Launches $3 Billion Initiative In India To Accelerate Growth In AI and Cloud","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-launches-3-billion-initiative-in-india-to-accelerate-growth-in-ai-and-cloud","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-01-14 03:17:44","post_modified_gmt":"2025-01-13 16:17:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=20023","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":19457,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2024-11-24 21:49:22","post_date_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:22","post_content":"\n

India's central bank is preparing to make a move into the cloud computing space, announcing plans to launch a pilot program in 2025 that could potentially transform the country's financial technology landscape. The initiative, aimed at providing affordable cloud storage solutions to financial institutions, marks an unprecedented step by a major central bank to create a sovereign cloud infrastructure.

The Reserve Bank of India's ambitious project comes at a time when the nation's cloud services market is experiencing explosive growth. According to International Data Corporation, the market, valued at $8.3 billion in 2023, is projected to reach $24.2 billion by 2028, highlighting the immense potential in this sector.

The development, as reported by Reuters, represents a significant shift in India's approach to financial technology infrastructure. The central bank's cloud platform will be developed in collaboration with domestic IT firms, positioning itself as an alternative to global technology giants such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and IBM Cloud.

The project's initial implementation is expected to begin on a modest scale in the coming months, with a phased expansion planned over subsequent years. The platform is being specifically designed to address the needs of smaller banking and financial services firms that currently find existing cloud solutions prohibitively expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: <\/em>I<\/a><\/strong>ndian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian Financial Technology And Allied Services

The Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services, the central bank's research wing, is spearheading the initial development phase. The project has already gained considerable momentum with the appointment of EY as an advisor. Financial backing will come from the central bank's substantial asset development fund of 229.74 billion Indian rupees ($2.72 billion), with plans to eventually invite financial firms to take equity positions.

In a strategic move to strengthen data sovereignty, the RBI has restricted project participation to India-incorporated companies with proven experience in cloud solutions. The selected partners will be required to establish data center facilities in Mumbai and Hyderabad, furthering the central bank's commitment to data localization.

Industry response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with numerous IT companies and Indian cloud service providers expressing keen interest in partnering with the central bank. This enthusiasm reflects the project's potential to reshape India's financial technology ecosystem.

This groundbreaking initiative by the RBI signals a significant shift in how emerging economies approach digital infrastructure development. The project could serve as a blueprint for other central banks looking to establish sovereign cloud platforms.

The success of this venture could have far-reaching implications for India's financial sector. By providing affordable cloud solutions, the RBI could accelerate digital transformation among smaller financial institutions, potentially leading to more innovative financial products and services for consumers.

However, the project faces several challenges. The RBI will need to ensure its platform matches the technological sophistication and reliability of established global providers while maintaining competitive pricing. The success of this initiative could also influence future regulatory frameworks for cloud services in the financial sector.

Looking ahead, this move could catalyze the development of India's domestic IT capabilities and potentially position the country as a leader in financial technology infrastructure. The project's outcome could significantly impact the future landscape of cloud services in emerging markets and reshape the relationship between central banks and technology infrastructure.
<\/h2>\n","post_title":"Indian Central Bank's Cloud Computing Venture Aims To Democratize Financial Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-central-banks-cloud-computing-venture-aims-to-democratize-financial-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-24 21:49:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=19457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":16460,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2024-04-19 23:38:06","post_date_gmt":"2024-04-19 13:38:06","post_content":"\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Source: Change.org<\/em>
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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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During his speech, Nadella also mentioned Microsoft\u2019s partnership with India's SaaSBoomi to improve the country\u2019s SaaS ecosystem. Through this partnership, Microsoft is set to upskill more than 150,000 startup employees through focused workshops, create over 200,000 new jobs, and foster at least 5000 startups and 10000 entrepreneurs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, Microsoft Research (MSR) Lab unveiled a new AI Innovation Network that aims to convert research into practical business solutions.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft Launches $3 Billion Initiative In India To Accelerate Growth In AI and Cloud","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-launches-3-billion-initiative-in-india-to-accelerate-growth-in-ai-and-cloud","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-01-14 03:17:44","post_modified_gmt":"2025-01-13 16:17:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=20023","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":19457,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2024-11-24 21:49:22","post_date_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:22","post_content":"\n

India's central bank is preparing to make a move into the cloud computing space, announcing plans to launch a pilot program in 2025 that could potentially transform the country's financial technology landscape. The initiative, aimed at providing affordable cloud storage solutions to financial institutions, marks an unprecedented step by a major central bank to create a sovereign cloud infrastructure.

The Reserve Bank of India's ambitious project comes at a time when the nation's cloud services market is experiencing explosive growth. According to International Data Corporation, the market, valued at $8.3 billion in 2023, is projected to reach $24.2 billion by 2028, highlighting the immense potential in this sector.

The development, as reported by Reuters, represents a significant shift in India's approach to financial technology infrastructure. The central bank's cloud platform will be developed in collaboration with domestic IT firms, positioning itself as an alternative to global technology giants such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and IBM Cloud.

The project's initial implementation is expected to begin on a modest scale in the coming months, with a phased expansion planned over subsequent years. The platform is being specifically designed to address the needs of smaller banking and financial services firms that currently find existing cloud solutions prohibitively expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: <\/em>I<\/a><\/strong>ndian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian Financial Technology And Allied Services

The Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services, the central bank's research wing, is spearheading the initial development phase. The project has already gained considerable momentum with the appointment of EY as an advisor. Financial backing will come from the central bank's substantial asset development fund of 229.74 billion Indian rupees ($2.72 billion), with plans to eventually invite financial firms to take equity positions.

In a strategic move to strengthen data sovereignty, the RBI has restricted project participation to India-incorporated companies with proven experience in cloud solutions. The selected partners will be required to establish data center facilities in Mumbai and Hyderabad, furthering the central bank's commitment to data localization.

Industry response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with numerous IT companies and Indian cloud service providers expressing keen interest in partnering with the central bank. This enthusiasm reflects the project's potential to reshape India's financial technology ecosystem.

This groundbreaking initiative by the RBI signals a significant shift in how emerging economies approach digital infrastructure development. The project could serve as a blueprint for other central banks looking to establish sovereign cloud platforms.

The success of this venture could have far-reaching implications for India's financial sector. By providing affordable cloud solutions, the RBI could accelerate digital transformation among smaller financial institutions, potentially leading to more innovative financial products and services for consumers.

However, the project faces several challenges. The RBI will need to ensure its platform matches the technological sophistication and reliability of established global providers while maintaining competitive pricing. The success of this initiative could also influence future regulatory frameworks for cloud services in the financial sector.

Looking ahead, this move could catalyze the development of India's domestic IT capabilities and potentially position the country as a leader in financial technology infrastructure. The project's outcome could significantly impact the future landscape of cloud services in emerging markets and reshape the relationship between central banks and technology infrastructure.
<\/h2>\n","post_title":"Indian Central Bank's Cloud Computing Venture Aims To Democratize Financial Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-central-banks-cloud-computing-venture-aims-to-democratize-financial-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-24 21:49:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=19457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":16460,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2024-04-19 23:38:06","post_date_gmt":"2024-04-19 13:38:06","post_content":"\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

Microsoft says it will work closely with local institutions and businesses to expand individuals' and organizations' access to AI tools. The company plans to build a fourth data center in the region by 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During his speech, Nadella also mentioned Microsoft\u2019s partnership with India's SaaSBoomi to improve the country\u2019s SaaS ecosystem. Through this partnership, Microsoft is set to upskill more than 150,000 startup employees through focused workshops, create over 200,000 new jobs, and foster at least 5000 startups and 10000 entrepreneurs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, Microsoft Research (MSR) Lab unveiled a new AI Innovation Network that aims to convert research into practical business solutions.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft Launches $3 Billion Initiative In India To Accelerate Growth In AI and Cloud","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-launches-3-billion-initiative-in-india-to-accelerate-growth-in-ai-and-cloud","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-01-14 03:17:44","post_modified_gmt":"2025-01-13 16:17:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=20023","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":19457,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2024-11-24 21:49:22","post_date_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:22","post_content":"\n

India's central bank is preparing to make a move into the cloud computing space, announcing plans to launch a pilot program in 2025 that could potentially transform the country's financial technology landscape. The initiative, aimed at providing affordable cloud storage solutions to financial institutions, marks an unprecedented step by a major central bank to create a sovereign cloud infrastructure.

The Reserve Bank of India's ambitious project comes at a time when the nation's cloud services market is experiencing explosive growth. According to International Data Corporation, the market, valued at $8.3 billion in 2023, is projected to reach $24.2 billion by 2028, highlighting the immense potential in this sector.

The development, as reported by Reuters, represents a significant shift in India's approach to financial technology infrastructure. The central bank's cloud platform will be developed in collaboration with domestic IT firms, positioning itself as an alternative to global technology giants such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and IBM Cloud.

The project's initial implementation is expected to begin on a modest scale in the coming months, with a phased expansion planned over subsequent years. The platform is being specifically designed to address the needs of smaller banking and financial services firms that currently find existing cloud solutions prohibitively expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: <\/em>I<\/a><\/strong>ndian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian Financial Technology And Allied Services

The Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services, the central bank's research wing, is spearheading the initial development phase. The project has already gained considerable momentum with the appointment of EY as an advisor. Financial backing will come from the central bank's substantial asset development fund of 229.74 billion Indian rupees ($2.72 billion), with plans to eventually invite financial firms to take equity positions.

In a strategic move to strengthen data sovereignty, the RBI has restricted project participation to India-incorporated companies with proven experience in cloud solutions. The selected partners will be required to establish data center facilities in Mumbai and Hyderabad, furthering the central bank's commitment to data localization.

Industry response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with numerous IT companies and Indian cloud service providers expressing keen interest in partnering with the central bank. This enthusiasm reflects the project's potential to reshape India's financial technology ecosystem.

This groundbreaking initiative by the RBI signals a significant shift in how emerging economies approach digital infrastructure development. The project could serve as a blueprint for other central banks looking to establish sovereign cloud platforms.

The success of this venture could have far-reaching implications for India's financial sector. By providing affordable cloud solutions, the RBI could accelerate digital transformation among smaller financial institutions, potentially leading to more innovative financial products and services for consumers.

However, the project faces several challenges. The RBI will need to ensure its platform matches the technological sophistication and reliability of established global providers while maintaining competitive pricing. The success of this initiative could also influence future regulatory frameworks for cloud services in the financial sector.

Looking ahead, this move could catalyze the development of India's domestic IT capabilities and potentially position the country as a leader in financial technology infrastructure. The project's outcome could significantly impact the future landscape of cloud services in emerging markets and reshape the relationship between central banks and technology infrastructure.
<\/h2>\n","post_title":"Indian Central Bank's Cloud Computing Venture Aims To Democratize Financial Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-central-banks-cloud-computing-venture-aims-to-democratize-financial-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-24 21:49:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=19457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":16460,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2024-04-19 23:38:06","post_date_gmt":"2024-04-19 13:38:06","post_content":"\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

This is Microsoft's latest commitment as part of its long-term ambitions of developing AI in India. In 2024, the company launched the ADVANTA(I)GE India initiative which sought to train 2.5 million Indians in AI skills by 2025. Since then, Microsoft has expanded the scope of this initiative and has shared plans to equip a further 10 million people with relevant skills in AI technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Microsoft says it will work closely with local institutions and businesses to expand individuals' and organizations' access to AI tools. The company plans to build a fourth data center in the region by 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During his speech, Nadella also mentioned Microsoft\u2019s partnership with India's SaaSBoomi to improve the country\u2019s SaaS ecosystem. Through this partnership, Microsoft is set to upskill more than 150,000 startup employees through focused workshops, create over 200,000 new jobs, and foster at least 5000 startups and 10000 entrepreneurs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, Microsoft Research (MSR) Lab unveiled a new AI Innovation Network that aims to convert research into practical business solutions.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft Launches $3 Billion Initiative In India To Accelerate Growth In AI and Cloud","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-launches-3-billion-initiative-in-india-to-accelerate-growth-in-ai-and-cloud","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-01-14 03:17:44","post_modified_gmt":"2025-01-13 16:17:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=20023","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":19457,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2024-11-24 21:49:22","post_date_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:22","post_content":"\n

India's central bank is preparing to make a move into the cloud computing space, announcing plans to launch a pilot program in 2025 that could potentially transform the country's financial technology landscape. The initiative, aimed at providing affordable cloud storage solutions to financial institutions, marks an unprecedented step by a major central bank to create a sovereign cloud infrastructure.

The Reserve Bank of India's ambitious project comes at a time when the nation's cloud services market is experiencing explosive growth. According to International Data Corporation, the market, valued at $8.3 billion in 2023, is projected to reach $24.2 billion by 2028, highlighting the immense potential in this sector.

The development, as reported by Reuters, represents a significant shift in India's approach to financial technology infrastructure. The central bank's cloud platform will be developed in collaboration with domestic IT firms, positioning itself as an alternative to global technology giants such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and IBM Cloud.

The project's initial implementation is expected to begin on a modest scale in the coming months, with a phased expansion planned over subsequent years. The platform is being specifically designed to address the needs of smaller banking and financial services firms that currently find existing cloud solutions prohibitively expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: <\/em>I<\/a><\/strong>ndian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian Financial Technology And Allied Services

The Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services, the central bank's research wing, is spearheading the initial development phase. The project has already gained considerable momentum with the appointment of EY as an advisor. Financial backing will come from the central bank's substantial asset development fund of 229.74 billion Indian rupees ($2.72 billion), with plans to eventually invite financial firms to take equity positions.

In a strategic move to strengthen data sovereignty, the RBI has restricted project participation to India-incorporated companies with proven experience in cloud solutions. The selected partners will be required to establish data center facilities in Mumbai and Hyderabad, furthering the central bank's commitment to data localization.

Industry response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with numerous IT companies and Indian cloud service providers expressing keen interest in partnering with the central bank. This enthusiasm reflects the project's potential to reshape India's financial technology ecosystem.

This groundbreaking initiative by the RBI signals a significant shift in how emerging economies approach digital infrastructure development. The project could serve as a blueprint for other central banks looking to establish sovereign cloud platforms.

The success of this venture could have far-reaching implications for India's financial sector. By providing affordable cloud solutions, the RBI could accelerate digital transformation among smaller financial institutions, potentially leading to more innovative financial products and services for consumers.

However, the project faces several challenges. The RBI will need to ensure its platform matches the technological sophistication and reliability of established global providers while maintaining competitive pricing. The success of this initiative could also influence future regulatory frameworks for cloud services in the financial sector.

Looking ahead, this move could catalyze the development of India's domestic IT capabilities and potentially position the country as a leader in financial technology infrastructure. The project's outcome could significantly impact the future landscape of cloud services in emerging markets and reshape the relationship between central banks and technology infrastructure.
<\/h2>\n","post_title":"Indian Central Bank's Cloud Computing Venture Aims To Democratize Financial Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-central-banks-cloud-computing-venture-aims-to-democratize-financial-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-24 21:49:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=19457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":16460,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2024-04-19 23:38:06","post_date_gmt":"2024-04-19 13:38:06","post_content":"\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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Microsoft's Latest Commitment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is Microsoft's latest commitment as part of its long-term ambitions of developing AI in India. In 2024, the company launched the ADVANTA(I)GE India initiative which sought to train 2.5 million Indians in AI skills by 2025. Since then, Microsoft has expanded the scope of this initiative and has shared plans to equip a further 10 million people with relevant skills in AI technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Microsoft says it will work closely with local institutions and businesses to expand individuals' and organizations' access to AI tools. The company plans to build a fourth data center in the region by 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During his speech, Nadella also mentioned Microsoft\u2019s partnership with India's SaaSBoomi to improve the country\u2019s SaaS ecosystem. Through this partnership, Microsoft is set to upskill more than 150,000 startup employees through focused workshops, create over 200,000 new jobs, and foster at least 5000 startups and 10000 entrepreneurs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, Microsoft Research (MSR) Lab unveiled a new AI Innovation Network that aims to convert research into practical business solutions.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft Launches $3 Billion Initiative In India To Accelerate Growth In AI and Cloud","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-launches-3-billion-initiative-in-india-to-accelerate-growth-in-ai-and-cloud","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-01-14 03:17:44","post_modified_gmt":"2025-01-13 16:17:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=20023","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":19457,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2024-11-24 21:49:22","post_date_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:22","post_content":"\n

India's central bank is preparing to make a move into the cloud computing space, announcing plans to launch a pilot program in 2025 that could potentially transform the country's financial technology landscape. The initiative, aimed at providing affordable cloud storage solutions to financial institutions, marks an unprecedented step by a major central bank to create a sovereign cloud infrastructure.

The Reserve Bank of India's ambitious project comes at a time when the nation's cloud services market is experiencing explosive growth. According to International Data Corporation, the market, valued at $8.3 billion in 2023, is projected to reach $24.2 billion by 2028, highlighting the immense potential in this sector.

The development, as reported by Reuters, represents a significant shift in India's approach to financial technology infrastructure. The central bank's cloud platform will be developed in collaboration with domestic IT firms, positioning itself as an alternative to global technology giants such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and IBM Cloud.

The project's initial implementation is expected to begin on a modest scale in the coming months, with a phased expansion planned over subsequent years. The platform is being specifically designed to address the needs of smaller banking and financial services firms that currently find existing cloud solutions prohibitively expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: <\/em>I<\/a><\/strong>ndian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian Financial Technology And Allied Services

The Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services, the central bank's research wing, is spearheading the initial development phase. The project has already gained considerable momentum with the appointment of EY as an advisor. Financial backing will come from the central bank's substantial asset development fund of 229.74 billion Indian rupees ($2.72 billion), with plans to eventually invite financial firms to take equity positions.

In a strategic move to strengthen data sovereignty, the RBI has restricted project participation to India-incorporated companies with proven experience in cloud solutions. The selected partners will be required to establish data center facilities in Mumbai and Hyderabad, furthering the central bank's commitment to data localization.

Industry response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with numerous IT companies and Indian cloud service providers expressing keen interest in partnering with the central bank. This enthusiasm reflects the project's potential to reshape India's financial technology ecosystem.

This groundbreaking initiative by the RBI signals a significant shift in how emerging economies approach digital infrastructure development. The project could serve as a blueprint for other central banks looking to establish sovereign cloud platforms.

The success of this venture could have far-reaching implications for India's financial sector. By providing affordable cloud solutions, the RBI could accelerate digital transformation among smaller financial institutions, potentially leading to more innovative financial products and services for consumers.

However, the project faces several challenges. The RBI will need to ensure its platform matches the technological sophistication and reliability of established global providers while maintaining competitive pricing. The success of this initiative could also influence future regulatory frameworks for cloud services in the financial sector.

Looking ahead, this move could catalyze the development of India's domestic IT capabilities and potentially position the country as a leader in financial technology infrastructure. The project's outcome could significantly impact the future landscape of cloud services in emerging markets and reshape the relationship between central banks and technology infrastructure.
<\/h2>\n","post_title":"Indian Central Bank's Cloud Computing Venture Aims To Democratize Financial Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-central-banks-cloud-computing-venture-aims-to-democratize-financial-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-24 21:49:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=19457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":16460,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2024-04-19 23:38:06","post_date_gmt":"2024-04-19 13:38:06","post_content":"\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

See Related: <\/em><\/strong>Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Microsoft's Latest Commitment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is Microsoft's latest commitment as part of its long-term ambitions of developing AI in India. In 2024, the company launched the ADVANTA(I)GE India initiative which sought to train 2.5 million Indians in AI skills by 2025. Since then, Microsoft has expanded the scope of this initiative and has shared plans to equip a further 10 million people with relevant skills in AI technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Microsoft says it will work closely with local institutions and businesses to expand individuals' and organizations' access to AI tools. The company plans to build a fourth data center in the region by 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During his speech, Nadella also mentioned Microsoft\u2019s partnership with India's SaaSBoomi to improve the country\u2019s SaaS ecosystem. Through this partnership, Microsoft is set to upskill more than 150,000 startup employees through focused workshops, create over 200,000 new jobs, and foster at least 5000 startups and 10000 entrepreneurs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, Microsoft Research (MSR) Lab unveiled a new AI Innovation Network that aims to convert research into practical business solutions.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft Launches $3 Billion Initiative In India To Accelerate Growth In AI and Cloud","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-launches-3-billion-initiative-in-india-to-accelerate-growth-in-ai-and-cloud","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-01-14 03:17:44","post_modified_gmt":"2025-01-13 16:17:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=20023","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":19457,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2024-11-24 21:49:22","post_date_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:22","post_content":"\n

India's central bank is preparing to make a move into the cloud computing space, announcing plans to launch a pilot program in 2025 that could potentially transform the country's financial technology landscape. The initiative, aimed at providing affordable cloud storage solutions to financial institutions, marks an unprecedented step by a major central bank to create a sovereign cloud infrastructure.

The Reserve Bank of India's ambitious project comes at a time when the nation's cloud services market is experiencing explosive growth. According to International Data Corporation, the market, valued at $8.3 billion in 2023, is projected to reach $24.2 billion by 2028, highlighting the immense potential in this sector.

The development, as reported by Reuters, represents a significant shift in India's approach to financial technology infrastructure. The central bank's cloud platform will be developed in collaboration with domestic IT firms, positioning itself as an alternative to global technology giants such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and IBM Cloud.

The project's initial implementation is expected to begin on a modest scale in the coming months, with a phased expansion planned over subsequent years. The platform is being specifically designed to address the needs of smaller banking and financial services firms that currently find existing cloud solutions prohibitively expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: <\/em>I<\/a><\/strong>ndian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian Financial Technology And Allied Services

The Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services, the central bank's research wing, is spearheading the initial development phase. The project has already gained considerable momentum with the appointment of EY as an advisor. Financial backing will come from the central bank's substantial asset development fund of 229.74 billion Indian rupees ($2.72 billion), with plans to eventually invite financial firms to take equity positions.

In a strategic move to strengthen data sovereignty, the RBI has restricted project participation to India-incorporated companies with proven experience in cloud solutions. The selected partners will be required to establish data center facilities in Mumbai and Hyderabad, furthering the central bank's commitment to data localization.

Industry response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with numerous IT companies and Indian cloud service providers expressing keen interest in partnering with the central bank. This enthusiasm reflects the project's potential to reshape India's financial technology ecosystem.

This groundbreaking initiative by the RBI signals a significant shift in how emerging economies approach digital infrastructure development. The project could serve as a blueprint for other central banks looking to establish sovereign cloud platforms.

The success of this venture could have far-reaching implications for India's financial sector. By providing affordable cloud solutions, the RBI could accelerate digital transformation among smaller financial institutions, potentially leading to more innovative financial products and services for consumers.

However, the project faces several challenges. The RBI will need to ensure its platform matches the technological sophistication and reliability of established global providers while maintaining competitive pricing. The success of this initiative could also influence future regulatory frameworks for cloud services in the financial sector.

Looking ahead, this move could catalyze the development of India's domestic IT capabilities and potentially position the country as a leader in financial technology infrastructure. The project's outcome could significantly impact the future landscape of cloud services in emerging markets and reshape the relationship between central banks and technology infrastructure.
<\/h2>\n","post_title":"Indian Central Bank's Cloud Computing Venture Aims To Democratize Financial Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-central-banks-cloud-computing-venture-aims-to-democratize-financial-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-24 21:49:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=19457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":16460,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2024-04-19 23:38:06","post_date_gmt":"2024-04-19 13:38:06","post_content":"\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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\n

In the recently concluded Microsoft AI Tour, Satya Nadella, CEO and Chairman, said, \u201cIndia is rapidly becoming a leader in AI innovation, unlocking new opportunities across the country. The investments in infrastructure and skills we are announcing today reaffirm our commitment to making India AI-first, and will help ensure people and organizations across the country benefit broadly\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: <\/em><\/strong>Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Microsoft's Latest Commitment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is Microsoft's latest commitment as part of its long-term ambitions of developing AI in India. In 2024, the company launched the ADVANTA(I)GE India initiative which sought to train 2.5 million Indians in AI skills by 2025. Since then, Microsoft has expanded the scope of this initiative and has shared plans to equip a further 10 million people with relevant skills in AI technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Microsoft says it will work closely with local institutions and businesses to expand individuals' and organizations' access to AI tools. The company plans to build a fourth data center in the region by 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During his speech, Nadella also mentioned Microsoft\u2019s partnership with India's SaaSBoomi to improve the country\u2019s SaaS ecosystem. Through this partnership, Microsoft is set to upskill more than 150,000 startup employees through focused workshops, create over 200,000 new jobs, and foster at least 5000 startups and 10000 entrepreneurs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, Microsoft Research (MSR) Lab unveiled a new AI Innovation Network that aims to convert research into practical business solutions.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft Launches $3 Billion Initiative In India To Accelerate Growth In AI and Cloud","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-launches-3-billion-initiative-in-india-to-accelerate-growth-in-ai-and-cloud","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-01-14 03:17:44","post_modified_gmt":"2025-01-13 16:17:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=20023","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":19457,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2024-11-24 21:49:22","post_date_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:22","post_content":"\n

India's central bank is preparing to make a move into the cloud computing space, announcing plans to launch a pilot program in 2025 that could potentially transform the country's financial technology landscape. The initiative, aimed at providing affordable cloud storage solutions to financial institutions, marks an unprecedented step by a major central bank to create a sovereign cloud infrastructure.

The Reserve Bank of India's ambitious project comes at a time when the nation's cloud services market is experiencing explosive growth. According to International Data Corporation, the market, valued at $8.3 billion in 2023, is projected to reach $24.2 billion by 2028, highlighting the immense potential in this sector.

The development, as reported by Reuters, represents a significant shift in India's approach to financial technology infrastructure. The central bank's cloud platform will be developed in collaboration with domestic IT firms, positioning itself as an alternative to global technology giants such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and IBM Cloud.

The project's initial implementation is expected to begin on a modest scale in the coming months, with a phased expansion planned over subsequent years. The platform is being specifically designed to address the needs of smaller banking and financial services firms that currently find existing cloud solutions prohibitively expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: <\/em>I<\/a><\/strong>ndian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian Financial Technology And Allied Services

The Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services, the central bank's research wing, is spearheading the initial development phase. The project has already gained considerable momentum with the appointment of EY as an advisor. Financial backing will come from the central bank's substantial asset development fund of 229.74 billion Indian rupees ($2.72 billion), with plans to eventually invite financial firms to take equity positions.

In a strategic move to strengthen data sovereignty, the RBI has restricted project participation to India-incorporated companies with proven experience in cloud solutions. The selected partners will be required to establish data center facilities in Mumbai and Hyderabad, furthering the central bank's commitment to data localization.

Industry response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with numerous IT companies and Indian cloud service providers expressing keen interest in partnering with the central bank. This enthusiasm reflects the project's potential to reshape India's financial technology ecosystem.

This groundbreaking initiative by the RBI signals a significant shift in how emerging economies approach digital infrastructure development. The project could serve as a blueprint for other central banks looking to establish sovereign cloud platforms.

The success of this venture could have far-reaching implications for India's financial sector. By providing affordable cloud solutions, the RBI could accelerate digital transformation among smaller financial institutions, potentially leading to more innovative financial products and services for consumers.

However, the project faces several challenges. The RBI will need to ensure its platform matches the technological sophistication and reliability of established global providers while maintaining competitive pricing. The success of this initiative could also influence future regulatory frameworks for cloud services in the financial sector.

Looking ahead, this move could catalyze the development of India's domestic IT capabilities and potentially position the country as a leader in financial technology infrastructure. The project's outcome could significantly impact the future landscape of cloud services in emerging markets and reshape the relationship between central banks and technology infrastructure.
<\/h2>\n","post_title":"Indian Central Bank's Cloud Computing Venture Aims To Democratize Financial Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-central-banks-cloud-computing-venture-aims-to-democratize-financial-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-24 21:49:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=19457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":16460,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2024-04-19 23:38:06","post_date_gmt":"2024-04-19 13:38:06","post_content":"\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/WatcherGuru\/status\/1507334988164964355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1507334988164964355%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.ethereumworldnews.com%2Findia-heavy-crypto-tax-law%2F\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Source: Change.org<\/em>
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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0gPP44s6bmc\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","post_title":"India's Finance Secretary Still Believes Crypto Is A 'Grey Area'","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-02-02 22:30:49","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:49","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3355","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"total_page":false},"paged":1,"class":"jblog_block_13"};

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American tech company Microsoft recently announced a two-year project in India worth $3 billion. According to Microsoft,<\/a> this investment will \u201cempower India with cloud and AI\u201d technology by facilitating AI adoption, skill development, and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the recently concluded Microsoft AI Tour, Satya Nadella, CEO and Chairman, said, \u201cIndia is rapidly becoming a leader in AI innovation, unlocking new opportunities across the country. The investments in infrastructure and skills we are announcing today reaffirm our commitment to making India AI-first, and will help ensure people and organizations across the country benefit broadly\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: <\/em><\/strong>Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Microsoft's Latest Commitment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is Microsoft's latest commitment as part of its long-term ambitions of developing AI in India. In 2024, the company launched the ADVANTA(I)GE India initiative which sought to train 2.5 million Indians in AI skills by 2025. Since then, Microsoft has expanded the scope of this initiative and has shared plans to equip a further 10 million people with relevant skills in AI technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Microsoft says it will work closely with local institutions and businesses to expand individuals' and organizations' access to AI tools. The company plans to build a fourth data center in the region by 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During his speech, Nadella also mentioned Microsoft\u2019s partnership with India's SaaSBoomi to improve the country\u2019s SaaS ecosystem. Through this partnership, Microsoft is set to upskill more than 150,000 startup employees through focused workshops, create over 200,000 new jobs, and foster at least 5000 startups and 10000 entrepreneurs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, Microsoft Research (MSR) Lab unveiled a new AI Innovation Network that aims to convert research into practical business solutions.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft Launches $3 Billion Initiative In India To Accelerate Growth In AI and Cloud","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-launches-3-billion-initiative-in-india-to-accelerate-growth-in-ai-and-cloud","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-01-14 03:17:44","post_modified_gmt":"2025-01-13 16:17:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=20023","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":19457,"post_author":"18","post_date":"2024-11-24 21:49:22","post_date_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:22","post_content":"\n

India's central bank is preparing to make a move into the cloud computing space, announcing plans to launch a pilot program in 2025 that could potentially transform the country's financial technology landscape. The initiative, aimed at providing affordable cloud storage solutions to financial institutions, marks an unprecedented step by a major central bank to create a sovereign cloud infrastructure.

The Reserve Bank of India's ambitious project comes at a time when the nation's cloud services market is experiencing explosive growth. According to International Data Corporation, the market, valued at $8.3 billion in 2023, is projected to reach $24.2 billion by 2028, highlighting the immense potential in this sector.

The development, as reported by Reuters, represents a significant shift in India's approach to financial technology infrastructure. The central bank's cloud platform will be developed in collaboration with domestic IT firms, positioning itself as an alternative to global technology giants such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and IBM Cloud.

The project's initial implementation is expected to begin on a modest scale in the coming months, with a phased expansion planned over subsequent years. The platform is being specifically designed to address the needs of smaller banking and financial services firms that currently find existing cloud solutions prohibitively expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: <\/em>I<\/a><\/strong>ndian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian Financial Technology And Allied Services

The Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services, the central bank's research wing, is spearheading the initial development phase. The project has already gained considerable momentum with the appointment of EY as an advisor. Financial backing will come from the central bank's substantial asset development fund of 229.74 billion Indian rupees ($2.72 billion), with plans to eventually invite financial firms to take equity positions.

In a strategic move to strengthen data sovereignty, the RBI has restricted project participation to India-incorporated companies with proven experience in cloud solutions. The selected partners will be required to establish data center facilities in Mumbai and Hyderabad, furthering the central bank's commitment to data localization.

Industry response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive, with numerous IT companies and Indian cloud service providers expressing keen interest in partnering with the central bank. This enthusiasm reflects the project's potential to reshape India's financial technology ecosystem.

This groundbreaking initiative by the RBI signals a significant shift in how emerging economies approach digital infrastructure development. The project could serve as a blueprint for other central banks looking to establish sovereign cloud platforms.

The success of this venture could have far-reaching implications for India's financial sector. By providing affordable cloud solutions, the RBI could accelerate digital transformation among smaller financial institutions, potentially leading to more innovative financial products and services for consumers.

However, the project faces several challenges. The RBI will need to ensure its platform matches the technological sophistication and reliability of established global providers while maintaining competitive pricing. The success of this initiative could also influence future regulatory frameworks for cloud services in the financial sector.

Looking ahead, this move could catalyze the development of India's domestic IT capabilities and potentially position the country as a leader in financial technology infrastructure. The project's outcome could significantly impact the future landscape of cloud services in emerging markets and reshape the relationship between central banks and technology infrastructure.
<\/h2>\n","post_title":"Indian Central Bank's Cloud Computing Venture Aims To Democratize Financial Technology","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-central-banks-cloud-computing-venture-aims-to-democratize-financial-technology","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-24 21:49:46","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-24 10:49:46","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=19457","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":16460,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2024-04-19 23:38:06","post_date_gmt":"2024-04-19 13:38:06","post_content":"\n

Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is set to make a comeback in India after agreeing to pay a $2 million penalty. This development follows a period of stringent regulatory scrutiny where the Indian government blocked nine cryptocurrency websites. They also prompted the removal of related apps from Apple and Google stores due to non-compliance with local laws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economic Times<\/a>, sources close to the matter indicate that Binance is restructuring its operations in South Asia. The cryptocurrency exchange is planning to fully comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit of India, which regulates the local trading of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move comes as part of Binance's efforts to align with India's financial regulations, including adherence to anti-money laundering and taxation statutes. Before the crackdown, Binance held a commanding presence in the Indian market, with an estimated 90% of crypto holdings among Indian investors, totaling about $4 billion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/em><\/strong> Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria Detains Binance Executives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Two months ago, Nigeria detained two executives of the Binance after they flew into the country. The country's Office of the National Security Adviser detained the two, and their passports were seized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigerian officials have leveled several charges against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The allegation includes exploiting the local economy, contributing to the devaluation of the Nigerian naira, and engaging in money laundering activities. They allege that Binance has been involved in manipulating the exchange rates by engaging in speculative actions and fixing rates. Furthermore, the Nigerian government has expressed concerns over $26 billion in transactions carried out on Binance's platform, which they report as being untraceable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Binance has denied any wrongdoing, but this is not the first time it has bumped heads with regulators.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Binance Set To Re-enter Indian Market with $2 Million Fine Settlement","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"binance-set-to-re-enter-indian-market-with-2-million-fine-settlement","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-04-20 04:11:08","post_modified_gmt":"2024-04-19 18:11:08","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=16460","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":14961,"post_author":"17","post_date":"2024-01-10 08:02:43","post_date_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:02:43","post_content":"\n

American tech giant Microsoft has launched a program that will train 100,00 people in India on the creative powers of generative AI. This month-long initiative is designated Microsoft AI Odyssey and it is the latest step in the company\u2019s endeavor to build an AI capable workforce worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Microsoft<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe program offers a comprehensive learning experience that helps developers acquire and demonstrate the relevant skills needed to execute critical projects using AI technologies that align with business goals and outcomes\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested developers can enroll in the project by registering at\u00a0aka. ms\/AIOdyssey<\/a>. Participants will have to navigate two separate levels to complete the course. The first level involves educating developers on Azure AI by giving them resources, codes, and guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related: Starbucks Ends Sale Of Its Second NFT Series; The First Store Collection Stamp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second level will ask the participants to complete an online assessment with interactive lab tasks that earns them \u201cMicrosoft Applied Skills credentials\u201d. These credentials will validate the developers' ability to use AI to solve practical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking on the benefits of such an initiative<\/a>, Irina Ghose, managing director of Microsoft India, said,\u00a0\u201cThe Microsoft Applied Skills credential will help developers demonstrate their competence and creativity in the most in-demand AI skills and scenarios\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will run from January 8 to January 31, 2024. At the end of the program, successful participants can win a VIP pass to the Microsoft AI Tour in Bangalore on February 8, 2024. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Microsoft AI Odyssey: A Month-Long Initiative Aimed At Teaching 100,00 Developers In India In AI","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"microsoft-ai-odyssey-a-month-long-initiative-aimed-at-teaching-10000-developers-in-india-in-ai","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-01-10 08:03:59","post_modified_gmt":"2024-01-09 21:03:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=14961","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11396,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2023-05-02 01:01:43","post_date_gmt":"2023-05-01 15:01:43","post_content":"\n

Josh Sullivan, a former economic advisor for the White House, believes that a new BRICS-issued currency may have the ability to lessen the power of the US Dollar regarding international trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is an acronym for five leading economies. In an article published<\/a> on Foreign Policy, Sullivan discusses the potential that a new currency used by these nations could belittle the current power that the US Dollar has through de-dollarization, meaning a reduction on the reliance of the dollar as a reserve currency, medium of exchange or a unit of account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Is it realistic to imagine the BRICS using only the bric for trade? Yes.\"<\/em> Sullivan refers to the currency as 'the bric'<\/em>, which he believes could be the beginning of the end of the dominance held by the US Dollar. The power of the bric lies in the fact that the BRICS outweigh<\/a> not only the United States but all other G-7 countries when referring to GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The BRICS would also be poised to achieve a level of self-sufficiency in international trade that has eluded the world\u2019s other currency unions. Because a BRICS currency union\u2014unlike any before it\u2014would not be among countries united by shared territorial borders, its members would likely be able to produce a wider range of goods than any existing monetary union.<\/em>\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe dollar\u2019s reign isn\u2019t likely to end overnight \u2013 but a bric would begin the slow erosion of its dominance<\/em>,\" says Sullivan.<\/p>\n","post_title":"BRICS Currency Against The U.S. Dollar; International Trade And De-Dollarization","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"brics-currency-against-the-u-s-dollar-international-trade-and-de-dollarization","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-04 13:02:57","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-04 03:02:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=11396","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4116,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-03-26 17:39:16","post_date_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:39:16","post_content":"\n

According to reports released on Friday, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has introduced a capital gains tax of 30% on cryptocurrency transactions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To add, Indians buying or selling crypto will have to pay a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS), as well as taxes on crypto gifts. The bill states that users are not able to take deductions for any losses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crypto taxes will come into effect on April 1, while the TDS will start on July 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The bill was initially proposed<\/a> in Feburary but was met with heavy backlash<\/a> by Indians, calling for changes to the imposed policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bill was met with criticism in the government, 20+ members of the lower house of Parliment criticized the lack of definition of the word cryptocurrency in the bill arguing that this would \"finish the industry\". Criticisers were met with a sharp response that \"there is no confusing signal\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sitharaman states the main reason for the tax is because people are profiting from it. Despite this Indians are still not able to take deductions for any losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many cryptocurrency companies and users are considering filing an appeal to the Indian Supreme Court. <\/p>\n","post_title":"Indian Parliament Passes A 30% Crypto Tax Law","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"indian-parliament-passes-a-30-crypto-tax-law","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc\/","post_modified":"2022-03-26 17:42:58","post_modified_gmt":"2022-03-26 06:42:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=4116","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3359,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-03 22:28:27","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:28:27","post_content":"\n

After the introduction of a 30% tax<\/a> on Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets was introduced in India, the government comes closer to legalization and regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People were quick to react to the news, sparking a petition<\/a> against the major tax increase, \"Government of India: Introduce Reasonable Crypto Tax Policies\". <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an estimated 20 million investors affected by the change in India, the petition has become popular on Change.org with over 25,000 signatures at the moment, with a large amount of these investors actively involved in the development of various cryptocurrency projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Petition To Reduce 30% Tax On Crypto Gains In India Reaches 25,000 Signatures","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"petition-to-reduce-30-tax-on-crypto-gains-in-india-reaches-a-25000-signatures-milestone%ef%bf%bc","to_ping":"","pinged":"\nhttps:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/indias-finance-secretary-still-believes-crypto-is-a-grey-area\/","post_modified":"2022-02-03 22:30:26","post_modified_gmt":"2022-02-03 11:30:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.thedistributed.co\/?p=3359","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":3355,"post_author":"1","post_date":"2022-02-02 22:30:45","post_date_gmt":"2022-02-02 11:30:45","post_content":"\n

T. V. Somanathan, Indias Finance Minister, insists on cryptocurrencies being a 'grey area' being neither illegal nor encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCrypto-assets are currently neither illegal nor are they encouraged. So they\u2019re in a sort of a grey area.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>T. V. Somanathan<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying in an interview with Bloomberg, Somanathan states Indians can still trade digital assets - but now with a heightened tax of 30% on gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent tax increase is because crypto is seen as speculative transactions rather than financial market transactions due to the volatile nature of digital assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The increase came because finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman noted a 'phenomenal increase' in digital asset transactions - causing the need for a tax regime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulate, Rather Than Ban<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After considerations imposing a total ban on Cryptocurrencies due to their threats to financial stability and macroeconomics, the country has turned to a less head-on approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somanathan plans that the country will examine international cryptocurrency regulation before rolling out its own framework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full video:<\/strong>\u00a0Crypto Assets Not Illegal or Encouraged in India: Finance Secretary<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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