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Bitcoin Developer Fund Brink Is Granted Tax-Exempt Status
10.2.2021
U.S. bitcoiners can now make tax-exempt donations to fund Bitcoin development
Bitcoin core non-profit gets approved for tax exemption, perks for donors
10.2.2021
501(3)(c) status boosts the project's legitimacy as well as its efficiency in using donations
Russia Looks to ‘Tighten Control’ over Crypto Traders with New Tax Measures
9.2.2021
Crypto industry experts in Russia have warned that government agencies are gearing up for a regulatory drive that will see it “tighten control” over crypto, enforcing tough new tax protocols and enhancing its monitoring of transactions.
Per media outlet RIA Novosti, industry sources have claimed...
Cordoba Becomes the First Argentinean Province to Impose Taxes on Crypto-Related Activities
9.2.2021
In Argentina, a provincial legislature has voted in favor of a bill to impose new taxes on gross incomes from crypto transactions. Cordoba’s central province is now the first one to impose crypto taxes in the country, which involves crypto exchange platforms and retail traders. Approved...
Spanish Tax Body Will Force Citizens to Declare Overseas Crypto Holdings
6.2.2021
The Spanish Tax Agency – known in the nation as the Hacienda – has announced its intentions to step up its monitoring of crypto, and will move to force citizens and residents alike to declare their bitcoin (BTC) and altcoin holdings, even if those are held on overseas-based platforms.
Per...
Spanish Treasury Releases Guidelines to Minimize the Risk of Tax Evasion With Cryptocurrencies
5.2.2021
The State Agency for Tax Administration of Spain published guidelines to reduce tax evasion for cryptocurrencies, such as bitcoin. The document is part of the general program of the so-called Annual Tax and Customs Control Plan. Spanish Tax Authorities Could Ask Local Exchanges for Customers Data...
Argentinian Province Introduces Sweeping Crypto Tax Laws
5.2.2021
The central province of Córdoba, Argentina, appears to have had enough of waiting for the national government to act on crypto tax – and has instead moved to introduce a local tax on the crypto activities of its residents.
Per CBA24n, the provincial legislature has voted in favor of a new bill that...
US Library of Congress report highlights proof-of-stake tax blindspot
4.2.2021
The taxman still isn't wise to cryptocurrency earnings made through proof-of-stake. But that could change soon
South Africa’s Tax Agency Is Clamping Down on Crypto Users: Report
4.2.2021
The South African Revenue Service is likely "ensnaring" non-compliant taxpayers, a tax consultancy said in a news report
US Library of Congress Says Most Countries Lack Clear Tax Guidance on Crypto Staking
4.2.2021
Out of 31 nations, only 5 have tax guidance addressing cryptocurrency rewards via staking, a study found
South African Taxpayers Who Fail to Disclose Income From Cryptocurrency Trading Face Possible Jail Time
4.2.2021
According to a report, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has sent out audit requests to taxpayers asking them to disclose their cryptocurrency trades and purchases. Taxpayers that fail to correctly disclose their income from bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies may be “liable to a fine...
Bitcoin ‘Underperforms’ During Tax Time: Analysis
27.1.2021
Bitcoin's price is going down for many reasons including traders who realized gains last year selling to pay their tax bills
South Korean Tax Agency Carries out Irregular Audit on Crypto Exchange Operator
26.1.2021
The team of investigators requested past data and transaction details from Korea Digital Exchange
Crypto and Tax in 2021: Be Ready to Pay More
16.1.2021
As some may be aware, there are only two things certain in life, death and taxes, and while crypto was initially able to avoid tax (to varying degrees), it would seem that the taxman is finally catching up with the industry. The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) introduced a new tax form at the...
Mastermind of $147 Million Crypto ‘Scam of Epic Proportions’ Sentenced to 10 Years in US Prison
13.1.2021
The mastermind of what the U.S. Department of Justice calls a scam of “epic proportions” has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. His crypto scheme collected over $147 million, duping 72,000 investors. He is also ordered to pay the U.S. Internal Revenue Service more than $1.8 million...
Kentucky Bill Seeks to Lure Crypto Miners With Tax Breaks
11.1.2021
Reps. Rudy and Freeland's bill would exempt crypto miners from paying either Kentucky sales or excise tax
South Korean Government to Start Taxing Crypto Trading Profits in 2022
8.1.2021
The South Korean government has issued an amendment to introduce tax on cryptocurrency trading profits. The plan is now a reality after several attempts to delay it by lawmakers. New Rules Impose 20% Tax on Crypto Profits Per Asia Today, the legislative notice details that the amendment will...
Kenyan crypto firms on notice as digital tax law takes effect
8.1.2021
Crypto transactions in Kenya now attract a 1.5% tax
South Korea to introduce a 20% tax on crypto trading profits in 2023
7.1.2021
After several delays, the South Korean government is going ahead with a plan to tax cryptocurrency holders
PayPal, Coinbase Invest in Crypto Tax Automation Startup TaxBit
7.1.2021
PayPal Ventures, Coinbase Ventures and Winklevoss Capital invested an undisclosed amount in the firm