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Crypto Exchange Wants to See India Lower Tax on Trading
30.10.2023
Indian government should lower a tax on crypto transactions as it’s not fulfilling its stated purpose, a local cryptocurrency exchange said. The company blames the levy, which was introduced last year, for driving Indian crypto trading volumes to overseas platforms. Indian Exchange Expects...
Indian Government Collects Over $12 Million From Crypto Taxes
11.10.2023
India’s Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has collected more than 100 crore INR ($12 million) from one percent TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) on crypto transactions in this financial year.
The Indian government had implemented one percent direct tax on all crypto transactions from July...
Hong Kong to tighten crypto regulation, Thailand to tax crypto overseas: Law Decoded
25.9.2023
While Thai regulators aim to tax crypto earned overseas, Brazilian lawmakers seek to protect it from seizure
Biden Pledges to Eliminate Tax Loopholes for Crypto Traders — Vows to Make US Tax System Fair
30.6.2023
U.S. President Joe Biden has promised to make the federal tax system fair by eliminating loopholes for crypto traders and hedge fund managers. He aims to “achieve tax code fairness” by “ensuring that the burden is shared by the wealthy, super-wealthy, and large corporations while...
Crypto Companies in Japan Get Tax Relief Under Revised Rules
26.6.2023
The tax administration of Japan has provided an exemption to companies issuing cryptocurrencies under a revision of the corporate tax rules. A local crypto media report described the move as a step toward improving the business environment for the digital asset sector in the country. Japan...
Ukraine Wants to Tax Crypto Gains at 18% from 2024
16.6.2023
Ukrainian regulators are prepared to start taxing crypto gains at 18% from 2024, with lawmakers set to vote on proposals this fall.
Per Forbes Ukraine, the National Commission for Securities and the Stock Market is set to unveil a draft law, which will be set before lawmakers at the next...
Nigeria to tax crypto, digital assets 10% on capital gains: Experts react
10.6.2023
The Act aims to enhance fiscal transparency, boost revenue and recognize cryptocurrencies as legitimate assets
Will Biden's plan to tax crypto mining reduce emissions? Critics say no
5.5.2023
The tax is intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, electricity costs and local environmental pollution, but has not been kindly received by the crypto community
Kenya considers tax on crypto, NFT transfers and online influencers
5.5.2023
A bill introduced in Kenya could see a tax added to cryptocurrency and NFT transfers and has been met with a mixed reaction online
3% Tax on Crypto Transfers Part of Kenya's Proposed Budget: Bloomberg
5.5.2023
Kenya's Finance Ministry, the National Treasury, has proposed a 3% tax on the transfer of digital assets for the coming budget year
White House Council Reignites 30 Percent Tax on Crypto Mining
3.5.2023
The White House is pushing to tax cryptocurrency miners to “pay their fair share” for the costs inflicted on local communities and the environment.
Electricity used in crypto-mining was similar to what is used to power all of the country’s home computers or residential lighting, the White House’s...
Crypto Tax Guidance Could Come 'in 12-ish Months,' Says IRS Official
28.4.2023
The IRS' point person for taxation of cryptocurrencies stresses need for community engagement at Consensus 2023
UK to Add Crypto Declaration in Tax Forms
15.3.2023
Taxpayers will have to record their crypto gains separately as of next year, the U.K. Treasury said
Biden Budget Proposal Targets Crypto Investors Using Like-Kind Exchange Provision; Plan Aims to Tax Crypto Miners 30%
10.3.2023
On Thursday, the Biden administration released the U.S. president’s 182-page budget proposal for the fiscal year 2024, which aims to “grow the economy from the bottom up and middle out.” The budget includes an $835 billion increase in military spending, but the administration...
Russian Finance Ministry Makes Fresh Bid to Tax Crypto Miners
26.1.2023
The Russian finance ministry has launched a fresh attempt to tax crypto miners – in a bid to surmount obstacles thrown up by the nation’s Central Bank and law enforcement agencies....
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India's Crypto Space Has Been "Crippled" Under Crypto Tax Laws: Report
4.1.2023
India's crypto industry has been "crippled" under the country's controversial tax laws in 2022.
According to a new report by Esya Centre, a Delhi-based technology policy think tank, Indian crypto investors have moved over $3.852 billion (INR 32,000 crore) worth of digital assets from local...
Report: Nigerian Finance Bill Has Provisions Allowing Govt to Tax Crypto Transactions
5.12.2022
A Nigerian finance bill, which seeks to amend the country’s various tax statutes, contains provisions which allow the government to tax cryptocurrency and other digital asset transactions, a report has said. Nigeria is reportedly seeking to join six other countries, including two from Africa...
Italy Wants to Tax Crypto Gains at 26% From 2023
1.12.2022
The new government of Italy plans to impose a 26% tax on capital gains from crypto trading, according to the draft budget for next year. The center-right coalition in power is also preparing to oblige Italians to declare their digital assets and pay 14% on their holdings. Government in Italy...
Kenya Proposes Bill to Tax Crypto
21.11.2022
The amendment could help Kenya's regulators govern digital currency transactions
Portugal Prepares to Tax Crypto Gains at Rate of 28%, Draft Budget Unveils
11.10.2022
Authorities in Portugal intend to impose a levy on gains from short-term crypto investments with the state budget for next year. The document, which still needs the approval of Portuguese lawmakers, signals a change in the EU nation’s positive attitude towards crypto assets. Government...