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Below the Union Budget Expectetions 2024 by Shivam Thakral, CEO of BuyUcoin, India`s second-longest running digital asset exchange - Crypto exchange perspective

The Indian crypto industry stands between boundless potential and frustrating limbo. In the upcoming budget, we urge the government to replace uncertainty with clarity, not with a heavy hand but with a guiding light. A well-defined legal framework can unlock trust and fuel growth. This framework should address taxation complexities, establishing clear guidelines for income and transactions, not as barriers but stepping stones. Exchange licensing protocols should not be shackles but a badge of honour, ensuring responsible participation.

Seamless integration with traditional finance is possible by fostering collaboration and driving mainstream adoption. We understand the need for investor protection, but overzealous regulations could hurt our nascent ecosystem. Let's find the sweet spot that fosters innovation while ensuring responsible participation, allowing India's crypto industry to bloom, attract global players, and nurture domestic startups.

Clarity alone isn't enough. Imagine India as a fertile field; crypto and blockchain are the seeds waiting to sprout. We need tax incentives and sandboxes to nurture these seeds into thriving startups. Sandbox initiatives need protection to foster experimentation. This will create a new generation of jobs, propel India into the global DeFi and blockchain space, and unlock economic growth. By embracing crypto with vision and collaboration, India can lead the world towards a digitally inclusive financial future, leaving competitors in the shade.

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