Karan Kapoor
Bitrates Writer

Karan Kapoor is a writer for various cryptocurrency publications. A double major in Computer Science and Business, he started dabbling in Bitcoins in 2014 and hasn't looked back. Having grown disillusioned with the state of affairs after working in IT, he holds lofty dreams about blockchain technology bringing wholesome changes to better the world.

Coinfloor Becomes First Exchange Licensed Under Groundbreaking Gibraltar Legislation
UK crypto exchange Coinfloor was approved for licensing under Gibraltar’s new blockchain-specific legislation, the first of its kind in Europe.

Winklevoss’ Gemini Secures Insurance for Crypto Assets
As the Winklevoss twins owned Gemini obtains insurance coverage for its 'hot' crypto assets, we look at whether crypto insurance is here to stay.

Wyoming Legislators Draft Plan for a Blockchain Friendly Bank
Wyoming legislators are drafting legislation to create a blockchain friendly bank that will provide banking access to their local fintech sector.

India: RBI’s Crypto Ban Claims First Victim, Zebpay To Shutdown
India’s regulatory uncertainty has claimed its first victim in Zebpay. What impact will this have on the larger crypto industry in the country?

UK Treasury Committee Says to Become Global Leaders, Regulate Crypto “Wild West”
UK MPs concluded their digital currencies inquiry by publishing a detailed report which calls for greater regulation to become global leaders.

SEC Suspends Trading of Two Crypto-Related Products Over Market Confusion
The SEC has ordered suspension of trading in 2 securities related to cryptocurrencies due to confusion amongst market participants.

Is India Warming Up to Crypto? SEBI Goes on a Global Journey to Study Regulators
The Securities and Exchange Board of India revealed they sent officials to study the approach to crypto of regulatory bodies in 3 countries.

Japan’s FSA Won’t Curb Crypto Growth, Wants Appropriately Regulated Growth
Japan’s FSA says it will not curb the growth of cryptos as it wishes to encourage and develop a regulated and healthy industry.

Outlaws in the Kingdom: Saudi Arabia Warns Crypto Trading Still Illegal
Saudi Arabia warns citizens against trading in 'illegal' cryptocurrencies. We analyze what recent events might have influenced them to do so.

Congressman Bob Goodlatte First to Disclose Crypto Investments, More Will Follow
For the first time, a member of Congress has disclosed their cryptocurrency investments. Will others follow suit? Are ulterior motives at play?