2025-04-20 Market Watch: Schwab eyes BTC trading, Slovenia taxes crypto & more!

Here is what happened yesterday in the crypto market:

Slovenia to Tax Crypto Profits at 25% Starting in 2026

Slovenia’s finance ministry has proposed a 25% tax on capital gains from cryptocurrency starting in 2026 to close a gap in the country’s tax system. The tax will apply to profits exceeding a certain threshold.
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Charles Schwab Considers Spot Bitcoin Trading by 2026

Charles Schwab Corp CEO Rick Wurster is considering launching spot Bitcoin (BTC) trading services for Schwab clients by April 2026, citing increased client interest.
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UK Firm Buys $250M Bitcoin Amidst Anticipated Easter Weekend Calm

An investment firm in the UK has purchased $250 million worth of Bitcoin. Market analysts are predicting lower volatility over the Easter weekend following recent market fluctuations.
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BIS Report Warns Crypto Could Widen Wealth Gap

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) warns that increasing cryptocurrency adoption might destabilize the traditional financial system and worsen wealth inequality.
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