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The prevalence of Bitcoins has caused some concerns in government due to its hidden nature.

Bitcoin tops USD 10,000, taking 2017 gains to 940 per cent

Bitcoin crossed USD 10,000 on smaller exchanges like CEX.IO exchange and the crypto-currency index coinmarketcap.com...

29 Nov 2017 6:27 AM GMT

The prevalence of Bitcoins has caused some concerns in government due to its hidden nature.

Govt mulling India's own cryptocurrency 'Lakshmi'

Sources in the government said that a committee was set up to discuss the proposal of having India's own cryptocurrency.

16 Sep 2017 1:04 PM GMT

According to some media reports, there has been a growing number of investors in such currencies over the last few years.

Non-fiat' cryptocurrencies bother Reserve Bank

The RBI has been repeatedly cautioning everyone about the usage of cryptocurrencies.

13 Sep 2017 9:40 PM GMT

RBI has also reported that the general public has withdrawn Rs. 1,03,316 crore from their accounts either over the counter or through ATMs during this period.

RBI not comfortable with non-fiat cryptocurrencies: Sen

The RBI has been repeatedly cautioning everyone about the usage of cryptocurrencies.

13 Sep 2017 6:47 AM GMT

Bitcoin is a type of digital currency in which encryption techniques are used to regulate the generation of units of currency and verify the transfer of funds.

Govt needed to be alert to bitcoin demand spike post DeMo: SJM

Govt should have looked into the way technology was used to launder black money outside India.

27 Jan 2018 12:15 PM GMT

Accessories created from 3D printers and sketches developed virtually is the latest twist the designer has been working on. (Representational Image. Source: Pexels)

Designing infused with tech is now a reality!

The latest creations have taken the element of technology to a whole new level while infusing it with craft.

22 Jan 2018 11:31 AM GMT

Singh claims that the idea of minting cryptocurrency is not new.

BharatCoin talk gathers pace

IRS official says speculation is rife about India getting own bitcoin'.

21 Jan 2018 7:20 PM GMT

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said that the government gave opportunity to people to come clean about their accounts held abroad. (Photo: Twitter/ANI)

Cryptocurrencies not legal tender in India: Arun Jaitley

Committee under chairmanship of secretary is deliberating over all issues related to crypto-currencies.

2 Jan 2018 11:24 AM GMT

Taking cognisance of the risks associated in dealing with bitcoin and other such VCs, the RBI decided that, with immediate effect, entities regulated by it shall not deal with or provide services to any individual or business entities dealing with or settling VCs.

Bitcoin frenzy settles down as big players muscle into market

Bitcoin rallied 25 per cent in April after crashing 70 per cent from a high near USD 20,000 late last year.

27 April 2018 8:54 AM GMT

When China closed its local cryptocurrency exchanges late last year, an underground ecosystem of bitcoin mules and peer-to-peer platforms sprung up to allow bitcoin trading to thrive, away from regulators watchful eyes.

Cryptocurrencies to continue facing regulatory hurdles: Moody's

Cryptocurrencies threaten payments providers who charge a commission of up to 7.2 per cent.

25 April 2018 9:58 AM GMT

Reserve Bank on Thursday tightened the rules to discourage use of virtual currencies like Bitcoins.

Blackmoney SIT reviews cryptocurrencies; directs clampdown

Government is the final authority to frame rules and law to regulate these virtual currencies.

9 April 2018 3:13 AM GMT

When China closed its local cryptocurrency exchanges late last year, an underground ecosystem of bitcoin mules and peer-to-peer platforms sprung up to allow bitcoin trading to thrive, away from regulators watchful eyes.

Cryptocurrencies hit hard on Indian exchanges after RBI clampdown

Government and the central bank have previously cautioned the public on cryptocurrencies.

7 April 2018 4:47 AM GMT