#CPIWatch India's 2026 Framework: India has implemented a comprehensive legal framework that classifies crypto as an investment asset but prohibits its use as legal tender. The Union Budget 2026 introduced strict penalties for inaccurate reporting of crypto transactions to improve transparency.
EU and US Updates: The European Union's MiCA regulation is moving toward full enforcement by mid-2026. In the US, the industry is heavily involved in political spending, with over $1.5 million earmarked by crypto PACs to unseat anti-crypto legislators.
Mining Debate: A recent research note by Paradigm has reframed Bitcoin mining as a flexible grid asset, arguing it can help manage energy volatility rather than straining power grids.
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