Author: Kelvin Munene
Kelvin Munene
Kelvin Munene is a crypto and finance journalist with over 6 years of experience in market analysis and expert commentary. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Actuarial Science from Mount Kenya University and is known for meticulous research in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and financial markets. His work has been featured in top publications including Coingape, Cryptobasic, MetaNews, Coinedition, and Coincentral. Kelvin specializes in uncovering emerging crypto trends and delivering data-driven analyses to help readers make informed decisions. Outside of work, he enjoys chess, traveling, and exploring new adventures.
Bitcoin and Dogecoin ranked as the leading crypto pairing across all age groups on CoinSwitch in Q2 2026. Younger users drove new participation but sold more, while older investors recorded stronger buying activity and held more diversified portfolios.
Indian users can buy Worldcoin through crypto platforms after completing KYC and depositing INR. Buyers may use spot markets for direct WLD ownership, while eligible traders can access futures. The process also requires checking fees, supported networks, tax rules, and wallet security.
Georgia authorities recovered cryptocurrency stolen from an elderly Oconee County couple through a kiosk scam. Investigators traced the funds across multiple digital wallets, seized the assets and returned them to the victims following a court order.
India taxes crypto gains at 30%, plus cess and applicable surcharge, while imposing 1% TDS on eligible transfers. Investors must report transactions through Schedule VDA, as new 2026 rules expand disclosure duties for crypto service providers.
Chainalysis has sued the US government over ICE’s $94.6 million sole-source blockchain analytics contract with TRM Labs. The sealed case challenges the procurement process, with oral arguments scheduled for September 2.
Tiruchy residents have lost between Rs. 1.2 crore and Rs. 1.6 crore to fake RTO challan scams since January. Police warn drivers not to open WhatsApp payment links, download APK files or share OTPs.
India blocked 3,718 fraudulent apps and saved over Rs. 11,158 crore across 32.80 lakh cybercrime complaints. Authorities also traced Rs. 226.54 crore in suspected crypto transactions and blocked millions of suspect SIM cards, device identifiers and mule accounts.
NYSE is developing a blockchain platform for 24/7 trading and immediate settlement of tokenized securities. The planned venue will support stablecoin funding and several blockchain networks. NYSE also joined DTCC’s production tests and partnered with Securitize, while regulatory approval remains pending. The New York Stock Exchange is moving its tokenized securities plan toward live market use. NYSE President Lynn Martin discussed the project during a capital markets seminar in Seoul. The exchange joined a July production exercise run by The Depository Trust Company, part of DTCC. Separately, NYSE is developing a dedicated venue for continuous trading and immediate blockchain settlement.…
Binance-linked companies are seeking $472.8 million from RedotPay, using a $925 lifetime value for each allegedly diverted customer. RedotPay denies the claims while courts in Hong Kong and Singapore consider the dispute as the company explores a possible US IPO. Binance-linked companies are seeking $472.8 million from RedotPay and its co-founders. Their claim assigns a $925 lifetime value to each customer allegedly diverted from Binance Card. The filing concerns more than 470,000 users. RedotPay denies the allegations and says it will defend the cases. The figure has drawn attention since it places a value on a crypto payments customer. However,…
South Korean police arrested three suspects linked to an alleged $8.55 million XRP cryptocurrency scam involving a fake investment platform. Authorities said 71 investors transferred about 3.4 million XRP after being promised guaranteed returns. Police also requested an Interpol Red Notice for another suspect.