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Italy Revises Cryptocurrency Tax Proposal Amid Industry Opposition

Wednesday. December 11 at 12:00 AM

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Italy has scrapped plans to increase the tax on cryptocurrency capital gains from 26% to 42% due to strong opposition and political discord. The initial proposal by Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti aimed to boost government revenues but faced backlash from lawmakers, industry players, and the ruling League party. Instead, Italian lawmakers are now considering a more modest hike to 28% or maintaining the current 26% rate to support the growing crypto sector. The revised tax plans are part of the 2025 budget awaiting parliamentary approval by December. Advocates for a softer approach, like League lawmaker Giulio Centemero and Treasury Junior Minister Federico Freni, warn that excessive taxes could drive crypto trading underground, hurting investors and the economy. Italy's shift reflects global trends in regulating and taxing cryptocurrencies, with countries like Russia and the Czech Republic also adjusting their tax policies to encourage digital asset investments.

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Security Breach at Animoca Brands: Fake Token Promotion

Thursday. December 26 at 10:00 AM

Animoca Brands’ co-founder and executive chairman, Yat Siu, fell victim to a hack on his X account promoting a fake token called ANIMOCA. The official X account of Animoca Brands confirmed the incident and warned investors to avoid Yat Siu’s account. The hacker managed to compromise Yat Siu’s account and falsely announced a token launch by Animoca Brands. The price of the fake token skyrocketed by 500% in just five minutes before plummeting when the post was deleted. Yat Siu addressed the breach through a secondary account, revealing that the hacker bypassed 2FA security. Animoca Brands clarified that there was no official token launch and urged caution. This incident adds to a string of similar hacks in the cryptocurrency space, highlighting the ongoing issue of access control vulnerabilities.

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Market Analysis: Slow Day for Crypto Market with Bitget Token (BGB) Setting New All-Time High

Thursday. December 26 at 7:00 AM

Today, the crypto market, including the total market cap (TOTAL) and Bitcoin, is experiencing a relatively stagnant day with minimal movement in the last 24 hours. Despite this, Bitget Token (BGB) has managed to continue its upward trend and reach a new all-time high. The total crypto market cap has seen a slight decrease of 0.31% to $3.35 trillion, indicating market stability as investors monitor for potential changes. Maintaining support above $3.28 trillion is crucial for market recovery, while surpassing $3.49 trillion could signal a bullish momentum shift. Bitcoin is currently priced at $98,964, aiming to break the $100,000 resistance level. Failure to do so may result in consolidation below this level. BGB has surged 30% to reach $6.37, showcasing strong investor confidence and potential for further growth if market conditions remain favorable.

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Shiba Inu Price Analysis: Potential Upside Amidst Market Volatility

Thursday. December 26 at 4:00 AM

Shiba Inu (SHIB) price has experienced a 10% drop in the last week, making it the second-largest meme coin after Dogecoin. Despite this decline, SHIB's Relative Strength Index (RSI) has been steadily increasing, indicating a positive shift in market sentiment and buying momentum. Whale activity has stabilized, hinting at a temporary pause in accumulation and distribution, which could result in price consolidation. With SHIB trading within a specific range, breaking a key resistance level could lead to a 29.5% increase. The RSI currently stands at 52.6, showing a significant rise from 41, suggesting improved market conditions in the short term. The number of addresses holding 1 billion SHIB has increased, signaling confidence from major investors. However, if the support level at $0.00002259 is breached, SHIB may face further downside pressure.

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Israel to Launch Bitcoin-Linked Mutual Funds

Thursday. December 26 at 2:00 AM

Israel is set to introduce six new mutual funds tied to Bitcoin's performance on December 31, marking a significant step towards integrating cryptocurrencies into investment products. Licensed by the Israel Securities Authority, these funds will allow investors to access Bitcoin through the local currency, shekel. The funds will track Bitcoin's price using various methods, including indexes and active management, with some even monitoring leading U.S. Bitcoin ETFs. Management fees are expected to range from 0.25% to 1.5% to attract investors. This move follows two years of regulatory discussions and signals Israel's growing interest in cryptocurrencies. The launch also aligns with the country's exploration of blockchain technology, including the development of a Digital Shekel. By offering Bitcoin-tracking funds, Israel is embracing institutional acceptance of cryptocurrency investments and catering to the demand for emerging digital assets in the financial market.

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