Taxes

The Canada Revenue Agency has apparently been specifically targeting bitcoin and crypto investors as part of its broader tax strategy to keep tabs on their cryptocurrency investments, including how they purchase these assets.

The current approach is a logistical “nightmare" for cities, the state and legal marijuana businesses, says the group. Paying taxes in cryptocurrencies like bitcoin could be a solution.

According to a recent statement made by Ohio’s state treasurer, so far, only two businesses have filed their taxes in crypto using the state’s crypto tax payment scheme.

An American who owns a financial interest (like bitcoin) worth $10,000 or more, or has signing authority over a foreign financial account, doesn't necessarily have to actually pay taxes on them. But they must let the IRS know about them.

Essentially, Bitwage now allows companies across the United States and Puerto Rico to fund their W2 payrolls and payroll taxes in ether and bitcoin.

Back in November, Ohio became the first state in the U.S. to announce that it would now be possible to pay taxes using bitcoin. State Treasurer Josh Mandel explains why.

There are certain measures investors can take in order to minimize their taxable income by utilizing their capital losses incurred from selling bitcoin this year.

The British government has recently released a policy paper clarifying the tax laws on crypto assets.

The National Assembly in France has recently shot down proposals to ease up the pressure on tax regulations in the crypto space.

Finnish tax authorities have handed over information on 2,700 bitcoin traders to its Danish counterpart, Skattestyrelsen (SKAT).