Author: Fahd Parihar

US spot Bitcoin ETFs logged a fifth straight day of inflows as BTC pushed above $66,000, while analysts debate whether the move signals renewed institutional demand or easing sell-side pressure.

Grayscale has filed with the SEC to launch a Worldcoin ETF under the ticker GWLD, and WLD surged 4.5% after the announcement.

Japan’s parliament has passed an amendment recognizing cryptocurrencies as financial assets, bringing stricter oversight and disclosure rules while lowering the crypto tax rate to 20%.

South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service has started formal sanctions proceedings against Dunamu, parent of Upbit, over a $36 million hack reported in November 2025.

Bitcoin’s rebound remains fragile as weak ETF demand, macro uncertainty, and ongoing selling pressure keep BTC pinned below key levels.

With July 31 approaching, crypto investors in India should understand how Section 115BBH taxes VDA profits, how FIFO affects cost basis, what Schedule VDA requires, and why accurate reporting is crucial to avoid steep penalties.

Morgan Stanley added nearly 1,000 BTC over the past two weeks, bringing its total holdings to 5,761 BTC, according to Arkham data.

JPMorgan analysts argue that blockchain adoption outside public permissionless networks could pose a bigger risk to Bitcoin than Strategy’s BTC monetization program.

RBI reiterated support for a move to ban cryptocurrencies and private stablecoins, while India’s tax authorities flagged reporting and traceability risks.

Bitcoin slid about 2% as Trump warned of renewed military action against Iran, reviving fears of escalation after attacks near the Strait of Hormuz.