Globally, “cryptocurrencies” have created a massive hype in the recent past and it is impossible to ignore the rise in crypto-trading. Blockchain has disrupted the functioning of the Financial services sector in a big way by reducing the lead time in transaction processing and the costs involved and has introduced a new type of financial instrument for trading and investments. Notably, Cryptocurrencies have transformed the capital raising activities and capital markets landscape in general.

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