India
India's Central Bank Stays Mum on Crypto Ban Reasoning
The RBI has responded to a query about why it moved to block banks from dealing with crypto businesses earlier this year.
Indian Telecoms Watchdog to Combat Nuisance Calls with Blockchain
India's telecoms regulator plans to leverage blockchain technology to combat unsolicited phone calls and SMS messages.
India Considers New Tax on Cryptocurrency Trades
India could soon impose goods and services tax (GST) on many digital currency transactions, a report indicates.
India's Supreme Court to Hold Crypto Lawsuit Hearing in July
The Supreme Court of India has decided to hear crypto-related cases with respect to the news from RBI stopping banks from dealing with cryptos.
Police Mandate Use of Blockchain Hotel Registry in Indian City
Police in the Indian city of Vizag have ordered hotels to deploy a new blockchain security solution.
Crypto Exchange Coinsecure Says Theft Probe Is Holding Up Refunds
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinsecure said it was not yet legally able to refund its customers due to an ongoing investigation.
Another Police Official Arrested In Alleged Bitcoin Extortion Plot
A police superintendent has been arrested in India on suspicions that he is connected to an extortion scheme against a local businessman.
Indian High Court to Hear Case Against Central Bank Crypto Ban
The High Court of Delhi has recognized a petition over the Reserve Bank of India's ban on banks engaging with cryptocurrency services.
250 Corporates Join ICICI Bank Blockchain Test
Indian private bank ICICI Bank has on-boarded more than 250 corporate firms to undertake trade finance transactions on blockchain network.
Cognizant Teams with 14 Insurers on Blockchain Data-Sharing Platform
Cognizant has partnered with a group of Indian insurance firms to develop a blockchain solution for cross-company data sharing.
