Bitcoin is Approaching New Highs for the Year Because of India’s Demonetization ByTimothy SohnPRO INVESTOR Updated: 17 September 2021 DisclosureWe sometimes use affiliate links in our content, when clicking on those we might receive a commission – at no extra cost to you. By using this website you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. Join Our Telegram channel to stay up to date on breaking news coverage (Quartz) – India’s cash crunch is sending one currency soaring. Since prime minister Narendra Modi pulled Rs500 and Rs1000 notes from circulation on Nov. 8 in a bid to fight corruption and terrorism, the weekly volume of Bitcoin trading in India has nearly doubled from prior levels. Join Our Telegram channel to stay up to date on breaking news coverage