Alternatives

Alternatives | 22 Jan 18

Tens of thousands of cryptocurrency investors in India have been sent tax bills, after a nationwide survey showed more than $3.5bn (£2.5bn, $2.8bn) worth of transactions in the alternative asset were made over a 17-month period.

Alternatives | 16 Jan 18

Global independent financial advice firm deVere Group has added a cryptocurrency app to its suite of products to meet “soaring global demand”, despite lingering concerns about the viability and legitimacy of digital currencies.

Alternatives | 2 Jan 18

The world’s best-known cryptocurrency, bitcoin, has suffered yet another setback, tumbling to $13,635 (£10,069 €11,346) on Tuesday.

Alternatives | 21 Dec 17

While investors may find the allure of stellar returns on Bitcoins too much to resist, offshore centres are catching up to offer services and regulations for the emerging cryptocurrencies.

Alternatives | 19 Dec 17

Whisky investors are spending on average £10,000 a year on rare malts and amassing collections worth £75m, according to a world wide survey.