XRP’s Legal Status Unshaken Amid SEC Appeal – Ripple Prepares Counterstrike

Ripple’s legal chief has reaffirmed that the core ruling declaring XRP not a security remains intact despite the appeal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The regulator’s move challenges several other aspects of the July 2023 ruling regarding XRP. Ripple plans to file a cross-appeal, as both parties brace for a prolonged legal … Read more

Ireland Moves to Draft Urgent Legislation for Cryptocurrency Regulations Ahead of EU Deadline

Ireland’s Finance Minister Jack Chambers has announced plans to draft urgent legislation aimed at updating financial regulations to include cryptocurrency and digital asset firms. According to the Irish Examiner, this legislation is crucial to ensure compliance with new European Union money laundering and financing of terrorism laws, which are set to take effect on December … Read more

UAE Introduces Retroactive VAT Exemptions for Crypto Transactions

The United Arab Emirates has introduced VAT amendments that impact crypto transactions, redefining tax obligations for companies in the digital asset space. Under the new rules, businesses dealing with cryptocurrencies and other digital assets must carefully evaluate their tax positions, especially as some provisions retroactively affect transactions since 2018. UAE’s VAT Amendments Introduce Retroactive Tax … Read more

Coinbase to Delist USDT in Europe Amid New EU Regulations

Coinbase has announced plans to delist Tether’s USDT and other stablecoins that do not comply with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations by December 30, 2024. This decision is part of Coinbase’s efforts to adhere to the new rules, which require stablecoin issuers to obtain an e-money license in an EU member state. … Read more