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cryptocurrency2 years ago

"IRS Temporarily Suspends Enforcement of $10K Crypto Tax Rule"

The IRS clarified that it will not currently enforce the new law requiring immediate reporting of crypto transactions over $10,000, stating that regulations must be issued before it goes into effect. Questions remain about who the law implicates and how it will be enforced, with potential challenges for those receiving crypto payments from decentralized entities. Crypto advocacy group Coin Center has sued the Treasury Department and the IRS, arguing that the statute is unconstitutional, and the case is currently on appeal.

cryptocurrency-regulation2 years ago

"Elizabeth Warren's Legislation Targets Blockchain Lobbying and Crypto Financing"

Senator Elizabeth Warren has criticized lobbying efforts by the Blockchain Association, Coin Center, and the Chamber of Digital Commerce, accusing them of undermining bipartisan efforts to address the role of cryptocurrency in financing terrorist organizations like Hamas. However, the claim that crypto provides significant funding to Hamas has been disputed by blockchain analytics firms. Warren also raised concerns about the "revolving door" between government officials and the crypto industry, calling for transparency regarding the employment of former officials by crypto firms and their potential influence on legislation and regulation.