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Crypto policy experts at Coin Center are advocating for a better tax policy for digital assets. They propose a nominal exemption for small crypto transactions, no tax on block rewards until sold, and simpler methods for determining cryptocurrency donation amounts. They also emphasize the need for tax policy clarity for third-party non-custodial intermediaries in digital asset transactions.

The Russian Central Bank’s proposal classifies the digital ruble, as a “high-quality liquid asset”. This could usher a dramatic reconfiguration of how financial institutions perceive and maintain liquid assets, potentially revolutionizing cross-border payment methods. However, this shift is viewed with apprehension among commercial banks.

Experts from Brazil anticipate BRICS summit discussions on a potential digital fiat currency, with workgroups likely being established for the initiative. A collective digital currency could potentially replace the US dollar in trade deals among BRICS nations despite sceptical voices. Individual nations within the BRICS alliance, including China, Russia, and Brazil, have already initiated their own Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) projects.

The Digital Energy Council, a group dedicated to cryptocurrency miners, has been introduced as a crucial intermediary for discussions about crypto mining sustainability, and policy advancement with Washington-based policymakers. This initiative prioritizes miners’ interests while ensuring compliance with U.S. energy laws, aiming to promote responsible energy development and national security.

“The Bank of England is advancing in the world of cryptocurrencies, establishing a new Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Academic Advisory Group. Tasked with facilitating interdisciplinary discussions on a potential digital pound, this group is aimed at managing a multifaceted assembly of expertise, spanning from monetary policy to law, marketing and more. Their success could pave the way for a sustainable and successful digital pound in the future.”

Genesis Global Holdco’s bankruptcy case nears its endpoint with heightened uncertainty around a conclusive deal. Key stakeholders are intensely lobbying for a bankruptcy exit plan despite opposition. In a parallel development, an agreement to settle disputes in their bankruptcy cases has been reached with now-bankrupt crypto exchange, FTX.

Hong Kong’s Hashkey Exchange has obtained the city’s first license for catering to retail customers under new cryptocurrency regulations, marking a milestone for cryptocurrency trade. The Exchange’s expansion now includes professional and retail users, enhancing user experience and prioritizing transaction safety.

Senator Elizabeth Warren’s reintroduced crypto legislation aims to bring transparency to digital asset transactions to mitigate risks of money laundering and terrorism financing. It requires digital asset wallets, blockchain transaction validators, and miners to preserve customers’ identity records, which may impact the crypto community’s cherished values of security, anonymity, and independence.

“Russia’s financial landscape is shifting with the advent of the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). Touted for its potential savings in transaction fees for businesses and enabling new services and technologies, it’s set to create substantial excitement in the entrepreneurial landscape. However, concerns have been raised over the Central Bank’s increased ability to monitor transactions, provoking privacy issues.”

The upcoming meeting between Coinbase CEO and US lawmakers could greatly influence cryptocurrency legislation. Topics include impacts of crypto technology on security, privacy, and climate, as well as crypto legislation. This meeting arrives amidst legal disputes and mixed opinions on potential regulations possibly hindering innovation and transaction privacy.

“The race for global digital currency dominance has stablecoins and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in the lead. However, Rabi Sankar, Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, warns that stablecoins could pose significant policy sovereignty risks for certain nations.”

The UK government’s proposed digital pound has received mixed reactions, with concerns around user privacy, holding limits, and integration with cryptocurrencies for future-proofing. To succeed, public trust and understanding will be crucial, as the decision and implementation may not occur until at least 2025.