IRS updates draft of crypto reporting form for US taxpayers
The latest draft form eliminated asking US taxpayers the time of day a crypto transaction occurred and identifying the “broker type.” Go to Source
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Binance Hit With $87 Million Tax Bill in India
Global crypto exchange Binance has received a goods and services tax (GST) bill of Rs 722 crore ($87 million) in India for non-compliance with the country’s tax regulations. This is the first instance of a cryptocurrency firm facing such scrutiny in India. A source claimed that Binance earned over Rs 4,000 crore from transaction fees … Read more
India demands $91.9M from Binance in unpaid GST taxes
Binance faces a demand for nearly $92 million in unpaid GST from Indian authorities, aiming to resume operations after a previous ban. Go to Source
Senator Cynthia Lummis releases report attacking Biden’s mining tax
The pro-crypto senator claimed that Bitcoin mining consumes as much energy as household appliances such as tumble dryers. Go to Source
India Maintains Crypto Tax Regulations in 2024/25 Budget
Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s 2024-25 Union Budget keeps the existing cryptocurrency tax regulations unchanged, disappointing local crypto advocates. They argue that reducing the 1% tax deducted at source (TDS) is essential for reviving the struggling crypto industry in India. Industry leaders emphasize the need for ongoing dialogue with regulators to foster a supportive environment … Read more
South Korea Considers Deferring Crypto Taxation Until 2028
The ruling party of South Korea is, once again, considering the postponement of the enactment of crypto-specific taxes, as this could influence public opinion towards the government. The party aims to implement these taxation rules by 2028, citing a lack of necessary regulations and institutional infrastructure as the primary reasons for this measure. South Korea … Read more
Treasury and IRS Announce Digital Asset Tax Reporting Regulations
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS have released final regulations for tax reporting on digital asset sales, as part of the Biden-Harris administration’s implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Additionally, the Treasury and the IRS revealed that they anticipate issuing further rules later this year to establish reporting requirements for … Read more
IRS reveals final regulations for crypto broker rules
The Internal Revenue Service did not include decentralized exchanges or self-custodial wallets under its broker reporting requirements. Go to Source
US Lawmaker Pushes Bill to Allow Bitcoin Payments for Federal Income Taxes, Citing El Salvador’s Success
U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz has introduced a bill to allow federal income taxes to be paid with bitcoin. Inspired by El Salvador’s success with the cryptocurrency, the lawmaker believes this move will modernize the U.S. tax system, promote innovation, and maintain America’s technological leadership. Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Allow Federal Income Taxes to Be Paid … Read more
Swissaid Study: Three Quarters of Africa’s Artisanal Gold Goes Undeclared for Export
Between 72% and 80% of Africa’s total artisanal gold production is often undeclared for export, a new study has found. A significant portion of this gold is said to often end up in major gold-importing countries, such as the United Arab Emirates. According to a new study by Schulz and Ummel, Switzerland has a unique … Read more