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Bitcoin kissed the $10K mark goodbye this week as the cryptocurrency dropped to as low as $8,800 on Thursday, reaching the trend-line that was forming since the massive drop in March. As expected, BTC received strong support in that area, and its price quickly recovered to around $9,200, where it’s currently trading.The dump started suddenly as Bitcoin’s price flash crashed on Bitstamp and reached $9,100 in less than a minute. Even though it recovered after that, it turned out to be an...

Amid lockdowns prompted by the spread of the novel coronavirus, Russian citizens have withdrawn more cash from banks and ATMs since the start of March, than they did in the whole of 2019. A report reasoned that people are afraid that banks may not function during the quarantine. For Russians, Cash Is Still King According to a recent report, Russians withdrew about 1 trillion rubles ($13.6b) from cash machines and bank branches since the start of March. This is more than the total amount...

While reviewing the upcoming distribution of digital assets left in Cryptopia storage, Judge David Gendall at the High Court in New Zealand classified Bitcoin and all cryptocurrencies as “properties.” The decision means that users of the exchange are allowed to receive the remaining funds.New Zealand Court: Bitcoin Is PropertyCryptopia was a New Zealand-based cryptocurrency exchange with a significant number of users. In January 2019, however, the platform suffered two back-to-back hacks. The...

Bitcoin had a relatively good week of trading as it recorded its highest price since the coronavirus crisis began in March. Yesterday, BTC peaked at above $7,200, marking an impressive daily run that sent the entire cryptocurrency market well in the green. The majority of altcoins were also charting double-digit increases.Since then, Bitcoin’s price retraced to where it currently sits at about $6,750. The important level to look for right now appears to be $7,000, and if the bulls manage to...

The unexpected COVID-19 outbreak is delaying the adoption of Russia’s legislation “On Digital Financial Assets,” according to a government official. However, he outlined that the law is completed. It will define cryptocurrency usage in the country, but it will also ban them from being used as a means of payment.Russia Postponing Crypto Law (Again)Russia’s law regarding digital usage in the country has been discussed since early 2018, according to Anatoly Aksakov, head of the Duma committee on...

After years of purchasing significant quantities of gold, the Central Bank of Russia will seize buying more as of April 1st. The country announced it yesterday without explaining the move.Local analysts, however, claimed that the nation already has a lot of gold stashed in reserves and might start selling to international investors because of the high demand.Russia Stops Buying GoldThe precious metal is often regarded as the preferable safe-haven investment instrument by many. Individual or...

Russia is officially looking to ban the sale and issuance of cryptocurrencies.Russia Says “No” to CryptoThe country – continuing its love-hate relationship with digital currency – has warned that its pending bill seeking to ban crypto activity within the country’s borders stems from the ongoing panic caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Regulators say that now, more than ever, bitcoin and its altcoin cousins are showing their volatility to be extremely dangerous, and that it’s simply not safe...

Well, Russia’s newfound love for bitcoin and cryptocurrency really didn’t last too long. Then again, one wonders if that love ever existed to begin with. Russia is now saying it wants to ban all cryptocurrency payments and that all crypto users and owners must be identified, thereby bringing privacy to an all-time low in the sector.Russia Says “No” to CryptoBitcoin and digital currencies were invented to give financial power back to everyday people. One of the powers they are alleged to have...

The Central Bank of Russia announced in late December that it would be testing out its state-backed cryptocurrency within a regulatory sandbox. It appears that the tests are now over and have been completed.Russia’s Central Bank And BlockchainAccording to a local report, Russia’s Central Bank has completed a pilot project for the issuance and circulation of “digital rights.” This allows it to digitize goods, services, securities, and other assets as well.Using the platform, any organization...

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin is looking to implement crypto taxes in his native land.Mishustin: Crypto Must Be TaxedIn a recent interview, Mishustin – a former director of tax agencies in Russia – has said that the country is more than likely to adopt a new crypto tax plan this coming spring. He states:I am convinced that it is necessary to tax such operations and to correctly assess any economic consequences of using cryptocurrencies.Many are thrilled about the addition of...