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Biden’s Proposed Crypto Tax Reporting Rules Ignite Debate Among Industry Experts

by Dan K
Aug 27, 2023 - 12:00 pm
in Regulation
Group of cryptocurrency experts discussing Biden's proposed tax reporting regulations.

Understanding Biden’s Proposition

On Aug. 25, in an aim to deter tax evasion, the IRS recommended that brokers adopt new regulations when trading digital currencies. The Treasury Department suggests that these rules would align digital asset reporting with that of traditional assets.

Industry Concerns Over Alienating Innovation

Many industry leaders fear that these strict regulations could distance the crypto industry from the U.S. Messari CEO, Ryan Selkis, and Chris Perkins, president of crypto venture firm CoinFund, are among those expressing concerns about potential negative impacts on innovation in the U.S.

The Dual-Edged Sword of Privacy and Regulation

There’s growing concern within the community about potential infringements on privacy due to these new regulations. As one user pointed out, the U.S.’s commitment to taxing income would conflict with the essence of private transactions on public ledgers without the presence of stringent oversight.

Aligning Digital Assets with Traditional Assets: A Contested Idea

Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain Association, warns against equating the reporting of digital assets with traditional ones. She emphasizes the unique nature of the crypto ecosystem and the need for regulations to reflect those differences.

Potential Impacts on Mining

Beyond tax reporting, Biden has shown interest in taxing crypto mining to curb mining operations. A budget proposal on March 9 floated the idea of a 30% excise tax on electricity costs for digital asset mining.

Ongoing Regulatory Concerns in the U.S.

The crypto community in the U.S. has long expressed anxiety over regulatory decisions. Michael Sonnenshein, Grayscale Investments CEO, and Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, both echo concerns over the future of crypto innovation in the U.S., emphasizing the need for the country to keep pace with global trends.

By introducing clear and comprehensive regulations that foster innovation while ensuring compliance, the U.S. can potentially maintain its competitive edge in the evolving crypto landscape.

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