Terraform Labs to shut down after $4.5B SEC settlement: Law Decoded
Terraform Labs plans to sell key projects within the Terra ecosystem and give the community control of the Terra blockchain. Go to Source
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Turkish Bank Garanti BBVA Embraces Digital Assets With New Crypto Wallet and Trading Platform
In a significant move towards embracing digital assets, Turkish bank Garanti BBVA has launched a crypto wallet and trading platform, “Garanti BBVA Crypto”. This platform allows customers to trade and store BTC, ETH, and USD Coin (USDC) seamlessly via the bank’s mobile app. The bank is also set to introduce the Bonus Platinum Biometric Card … Read more
Turkey Rules out Taxes on Crypto Profits, Considers Limited Transaction Tax
Turkish Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek has stated that there are no current plans to impose taxes on profits from cryptocurrencies. However, he mentioned that the government is considering implementing a “very limited” transaction tax on these assets, though the specifics have not been determined. This statement was made to clarify earlier reports by … Read more
Turkish Parliament Committee to Review Crypto Bill This Week
The Turkish parliament’s Planning and Budget Committee will discuss a draft law this week that would require crypto asset service providers to obtain licenses and register. This move aims to enhance Turkey’s compliance with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) standards. In 2021, FATF placed Turkey on its “grey list” due to inadequate oversight of … Read more
Turkey proposes aligning crypto legislation with international standards
The draft law aims to govern crypto asset service providers, crypto asset platform operations, crypto asset storage, and crypto asset buying, selling, and transfer transactions. Go to Source
Turkey Prepares New Crypto Law to Align With International Standards
Turkey is preparing to present a new law to regulate crypto assets to Parliament. The legislation, aimed at aligning with international standards and reducing risks associated with crypto transactions, will enforce strict regulations on the licensing and operation of cryptocurrency trading platforms by the Capital Markets Board. It will also ensure the safe custody of … Read more
Turkish crypto bill: 5 things to know before it’s introduced
Turkey was expected to introduce crypto legislation in early 2024, but the local parliament is yet to report on the process. Go to Source
Turkey tops the world in stablecoin buying share vs. GDP
Stablecoin purchases in Turkey amount to 4.3% of GDP, the highest among global economies, according to Chainalysis. Go to Source
Turkish Citizens Seek Refuge in Gold and Stablecoins Amid Surging 67% Inflation Rate
According to February 2024’s latest inflation data, Turkey faces an inflation rate exceeding 67%, amid ongoing currency devaluation and a declining lira against the U.S. dollar. Recent findings suggest that in an effort to safeguard their wealth, Turks are increasingly turning to gold, with smuggling hitting unprecedented levels. Additionally, there is a growing interest among … Read more
ZK community aligned with the core Web3 mission: zkDay Istanbul round-up
The ZkDay Istanbul event offered exposure and networking opportunities to new and upcoming ZK-based projects and entrepreneurs. Go to Source