February saw significant developments in global crypto tax policies, with several countries moving towards stricter regulations. The Netherlands proposed a 36% capital gains tax on unrealized gains, sparking debate over potential capital flight. Israel's Crypto Blockchain & Web 3.0 Companies Forum pushed for tax reforms to ease compliance and promote stablecoin use. Hong Kong aligned its tax regime with the OECD's Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework, enhancing transparency. Vietnam proposed a 0.1% tax on crypto transfers through licensed providers, while India maintained its rigid 30% tax on crypto gains. These policy shifts come as Bitcoin remains under pressure, failing to break the $70,000 mark amid regulatory uncertainties and macroeconomic factors. The lack of progress on the U.S. CLARITY Act and ongoing tariff discussions have contributed to a cautious market sentiment. Meanwhile, the global expansion of crypto ATMs continues, with nearly 40,000 kiosks worldwide, indicating sustained interest in crypto despite regulatory challenges.