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Netherlands risks capital flight with unrealized gains tax on stocks, crypto
The Netherlands plans to tax unrealized capital gains on stocks, bonds, and cryptocurrencies annually under a reformed Box 3 system, shifting from presumed returns (ruled unlawful by courts). Supported by lawmakers for €2.3B yearly revenue, it starts in 2028 with a 36% flat tax on positive returns. Crypto holders face heavier burdens, risking capital flight; real estate gets favorable treatment. Critics call it "insane."
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Ethereum co-founder reiterates support for Roman Storm, citing privacy
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin reiterated strong support for Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm, convicted in August 2025 of unlicensed money transmission (potential retrial on laundering/sanctions charges). Buterin, who has personally used the privacy tool, called Storm a "principled" developer and emphasized privacy as an essential human right against surveillance, warning against criminalizing open-source code.
UK regulator consults on crypto rules for exchanges, lending and DeFi
The UK's FCA has launched consultations on new crypto regulations covering trading platforms, intermediaries, staking services, lending/borrowing, market abuse, disclosures, and DeFi activities. Proposals aim to enhance consumer protection, market integrity, and transparency while aligning with traditional finance. Feedback is due by February 12, 2026, advancing the UK's comprehensive crypto framework.
Barcelona Distances Itself From Sponsor’s Cryptocurrency After Fan Backlash
FC Barcelona has distanced itself from a cryptocurrency token launched by its new sponsor, Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP), amid fan backlash and expert warnings of investment risks. The club stated it has no involvement in the token's issuance or management. ZKP, an opaque "pseudonymous collective," lacks transparency, drawing criticism for leveraging the club's brand. Experts urge caution, highlighting potential dangers for supporters.
Spain’s junior ruling party proposes 47% crypto tax in ‘attack against Bitcoin’
Spain's Sumar party proposes hiking crypto taxes: profits taxed up to 47% under general income rates (from 30% savings bracket), with corporations at 30%. A CNMV "risk traffic light" system would warn investors of crypto volatility. All cryptos deemed attachable for seizure, but critics decry it as an unenforceable "attack on Bitcoin" due to decentralization
Kyrgyzstan launches stablecoin on BNB Chain, confirms future CBDC rollout
Kyrgyzstan launched the KGST stablecoin, pegged 1:1 to the som on BNB Chain, signaling rapid crypto adoption. At the National Council for Virtual Assets' second meeting, President Sadyr Japarov and advisor CZ (former Binance CEO) confirmed a three-stage digital som CBDC pilot: bank transfers, government payments, and offline transactions, with full rollout by end-2026. CZ announced Binance Academy's integration with 10 universities and app localization. The government eyes a national crypto reserve including BNB, boosting financial inclusion and blockchain innovation in Central Asia.
Bitcoin mining just got easier — but not for long, as hashrate roars back
Bitcoin mining difficulty dropped significantly, but the hashrate is recovering quickly, signaling miners' resilience. After a sharp decline, the hashrate surged to 726 EH/s, driven by new equipment and reactivated machines. Mining difficulty, which adjusts every 2,016 blocks, fell 5.7% to 103.1T but remains near all-time highs. This rebound suggests miners are adapting to market conditions, with older hardware becoming viable again. However, rising difficulty could challenge less efficient miners, potentially impacting profitability as the network stabilizes and competition intensifies.
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Ethereum co-founder reiterates support for Roman Storm, citing privacy
10 January 2026
UK regulator consults on crypto rules for exchanges, lending and DeFi
16 December 2025
Barcelona Distances Itself From Sponsor’s Cryptocurrency After Fan Backlash
29 November 2025
Spain’s junior ruling party proposes 47% crypto tax in ‘attack against Bitcoin’
26 November 2025
Kyrgyzstan launches stablecoin on BNB Chain, confirms future CBDC rollout
28 October 2025
🇮🇳 India Context
- Crypto Tax (gains)30% flat
- TDS on transfers1%
- Loss set-off allowedNo
- RBI stanceRegulated (2024)
- PMLA coverageVDA exchanges
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