Russian prime minister proposes legal steps to bring order to crypto market
Russia’s prime minister proposed recognizing crypto as property under the nation’s tax code. Russian prime minister Mikhail Mishustin has appeared to express support for the further development of the local cryptocurrency market.At a recent governmental meeting held on Nov. 26, Mishustin proposed the introduction of legal protections for crypto holders in the country in order to contribute to the growth of the new industry.According to Mishustin, such a framework would develop the industry in a “civilized way so that the owners of such assets can protect their rights and interests,” while....
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