Zcash Community Votes for Faster Blocks, Delays Fee Changes
Zcash holders have voted to shorten block times to 25 seconds and push back the Network Sustainability Mechanism until 2031, showing a clear preference for quicker transactions without immediate changes to fee rewards.
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European Blockchain Convention 12 Opens in Barcelona
Barcelona, 16 September 2026 — The European Blockchain Convention 12 opened today in Barcelona, bringing more than 6,000 attendees, 300+ speakers and participants from over 90 countries together for two days focused on the rapidly evolving global digital asset economy.
South Korea Holds Firm on 2027 Crypto Tax Despite Investor Pushback
A petition to delay South Korea's 22 percent crypto gains tax has triggered a legislative review after surpassing 50,000 signatures, but officials say the tax will still take effect in 2027, despite warnings from the industry about market strain and capital flight.
Kraken to Liquidate Seven Crypto Assets for UAE Users After Withdrawals End
Kraken will freeze withdrawals for seven crypto assets held by UAE customers on September 14. Any remaining balances will be forcibly liquidated in an unspecified currency between September 15 and 25, 2026, leaving users with no control over the outcome.
