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Ethereum Classic (ETC) is a cryptocurrency that was created in July 2016 and as of 24th July 2016, its price was $0.752354. It then reached the $1 mark for the first time in July 2016 and in its first year of trading, the price of ETC fluctuated between $1 and $5. The ETC coin price reached the $10 mark for the first time in May 2017 and later that year, the price of ETC began to rise rapidly, reaching an all-time high of around $45 in December. 2018 and 2019 did not bring luck to ETC as its price was falling to around $5 by the end of 2019, but again by 2020, the price of ETC began to rise again, reaching a new all-time high of around $20 in August 2020. Ethereum Classic crypto price reached the $50 mark for the first time in April 2021 and then by May of that same year, the price rose again, reaching another new all-time high of around $70. ETC continued to experience a bullish market in 2021 as its value reached the $100 mark for the first time and touched its all-time high price of $176.16. Just as the overall market price fluctuates from time to time, 2022 was not an impressive year for many cryptocurrencies on the market and ETC was not an exception. But as 2023 started, the crypto market began to rise again and as a result ETC is also experiencing positive movements as it has been trading around the $20 mark and higher by the start of 2023. According to some crypto experts on the market, ETC price is forecasted to be worth around $107 in 2025. But note that before entering the crypto market, it's recommended to educate yourself and learn about the technology behind cryptocurrencies, their use cases, and the market. Also, this is by no means a financial advice. You should read up on the history and economics of different cryptocurrencies and discuss the market with a professional.

Ethereum Classic is a decentralized blockchain platform that allows people to build and use decentralized applications (DApps) that run on the blockchain. Like Bitcoin, no one controls and owns this network. Ethereum Classic is an open-source project and uses smart contracts that are managed by its community around the world. Unlike the Bitcoin protocol, ETC is designed to be adaptable and flexible; Therefore, it is easy to create new applications on the platform of Ethereum Classic. After the infamous DAO hack, the Ethereum Foundation implemented a new version of the Ethereum main net on July 20, 2016 with controversial events. In the new version, the hacked DAO was completely erased from the blockchain history. The Ethereum Foundation registered a new brand name and chose the code ETH. The old version also continued to work under the name of Ethereum Classic (ETC). It can be said that Ethereum is a fork of Ethereum Classic.

Ethereum Classic followed the original rules of the network and maintained the Ethereum line of thought. The people who continued ETC were defenders of the immutability of the blockchain and opposed Ethereum forks with the slogan "code is law". Since the creation of the project, many improvements have been made to the Ethereum Classic network. The main goal of this project is to become a global payment network using smart contracts. Contracts that operate without centralized governance. In addition, Ethereum Classic wants the network's coin to become a currency for storing value and the implementation of trading.

Yes, buying and owning cryptocurrency is legal in New Zealand. The country has taken a
supportive approach to cryptocurrencies and has set guidelines for the use and exchange of
digital assets. The Inland Revenue Department considers cryptocurrencies to be a form of
property for tax purposes and requires individuals to pay taxes on any gains made from their
sale.

Yes. According to The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) of New Zealand’s provided guidance
on the tax treatment of cryptocurrencies, cryptocurrency is considered property for tax
purposes. This means that any gains made from the sale or exchange of cryptocurrency are
subject to capital gains tax. Additionally, in New Zealand, if you acquire cryptocurrency with the
intention of selling it in the future, your gains from the sale or exchange of these assets are also
considered taxable income and are subject to the same tax rates as your other income. This
applies to profits from trading, exchanging, selling, or disposing of cryptocurrency, as well as
income received from cryptocurrency mining, staking, and airdrops. The tax rate for
cryptocurrency gains in New Zealand is based on a progressive tax system, with rates ranging
from 10.5% to 39% depending on your total taxable income.
The Inland Revenue Department of New Zealand has also provided information on how to
report and pay taxes on cryptocurrency transactions. It is advisable to seek professional tax
advice if you have questions about how your cryptocurrency transactions are affected by New
Zealand tax laws.

Ethereum Classic token is used as a store of value and as a medium of exchange in the same way as other cryptocurrencies, it is an instrument to implement digital transactions and it can be used to pay for goods and services or be traded on cryptocurrency exchanges. Additionally, ETC can be used to develop decentralized applications on the Ethereum Classic blockchain.

In New Zealand, anyone over the age of 18 and who has a valid government-issued ID can buy
cryptocurrency. There are no restrictions on who can buy cryptocurrency in New Zealand, but it
is important to note that all cryptocurrency transactions are subject to anti-money laundering
and counter-terrorism financing laws. This means that individuals and businesses must comply
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