IntroductionWhen you hear the name Roger Ver also known as Bitcoin Jesus, you probably think of early Bitcoin investments, evangelism of the asset, and the controversial fork into Bitcoin Cash. He was once affectionately or ironically called Bitcoin Jesus for his passionate advocacy for Bitcoin and later Bitcoin Cash. But behind that public persona there…
Georg Brameshuber
Every art collection tells a story. It carries its own rarity, intent, and purpose. At its core, collecting art – digital or otherwise – is a deeply personal act. It reflects what resonates with us, what aligns with our values, and what sparks excitement or emotional response. There are fundamental truths that shape both the…
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has released Discussion Paper DP25/1 outlining its future approach to regulating cryptoasset activities. The scope is broad, covering centralized platforms, retail access, staking, lending, and - critically - decentralised finance (DeFi). Link Below, we break down the five most important takeaways for crypto industry participants and why this paper…
Switzerland, long regarded as a bastion of financial privacy and innovation, is aligning with a new global standard for tax transparency in the digital asset space. Starting January 1, 2026, the country plans to implement the OECD's Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). This move will place crypto transactions on par with traditional financial assets under international…
Poetry has long been a medium of human expression, a technology of language that encodes emotions, memories, and cultural narratives. Sasha Stiles is a pioneer of generative literature and language art, pushing the boundaries of what poetry can be, integrating artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and transmedia storytelling into her work. As a poet and language…
Introduction As cryptocurrency adoption grows worldwide, Greece has seen an increasing number of investors and businesses engaging with digital assets. However, understanding the tax implications of crypto transactions remains a challenge due to the lack of a dedicated regulatory framework. While Greece has not yet introduced specific tax laws for cryptocurrencies, existing tax provisions and…
The Art Market and Its Mechanisms The art market is one of the most fascinating yet controversial ecosystems of the 21st century. A particularly hot topic is the role of the crypto art market within this system. In this post, we will examine the mechanisms of the traditional art market, highlight the biggest historical and…
Key Takeaways New Vision (VSN) Token: Bitpanda introduces Vision (VSN), a unified Web3 token replacing BEST and Pantos. Token Migration, Not a Swap: The merge is tax-neutral and treated as a Token Migration event—there is no taxable acquisition. Tax-Free Legacy Status Remains: If your BEST or PAN tokens qualify as legacy (pre-2021) assets, they retain…
South Africa has rapidly emerged as one of Africa's leaders in cryptocurrency adoption and regulation. With significant strides in regulatory measures and a growing user base, the country is solidifying its position as a hub for digital asset innovation. In this post, we explore the latest regulatory milestones, market adoption rates, and the challenges shaping…
Please allow the magical GIFs to load a moment. “In the future, the ‘crypto art space’ will just be the art space.”[1] -XCOPY, 2021 In the world of Crypto Art, few names stand out like XCOPY. As NFT Now once put it, “When it comes to crypto art, there’s XCOPY, and there’s everyone else.”[2]…