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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has granted temporary relief on crypto tax reporting rules, delaying the implementation of a rule that would have mandated centralized crypto exchanges to default to the First In, First Out (FIFO) accounting method for capital gains calculations until Dec. 31, 2025...
IRS Grants Temporary Relief on Crypto Tax Reporting Rules Amid Legal Challenges - Helm Capital Group Unveils Theater-Backed Token for Broadway Production The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has granted temporary relief on crypto tax reporting rules, delaying the implementation of a rule that would have mandated centralized crypto exchanges to default to the First In, First Out (FIFO) accounting method for capital gains calculations until Dec. 31, 2025. The decision reflects the agency’s acknowledgment of the complexities in crypto taxation and the need for regulatory adaptability. This relief comes amid legal challenges and heightened industry scrutiny over the IRS’s evolving approach to digital asset taxation, with critics contesting the expanded reporting requirements. The temporary relief aims to provide more time for industry adaptation and compliance.
The relief postpones the implementation of a rule that would have mandated centralized crypto exchanges to default to the First In, First Out (FIFO) accounting method for capital gains calculations. FIFO typically assumes the oldest assets are sold first, often leading to higher taxable gains during market upswings. This extension will remain in place until Dec. 31, 2025, allowing brokers additional time to accommodate various accounting methods. Investor concerns centered around the potential for inflated tax bills, as FIFO could force the sale of assets purchased at lower prices, increasing gains. The IRS’s announcement coincides with heightened legal and industry scrutiny over the agency’s evolving approach to digital asset taxation. The lawsuit challenges the mandate for brokers to report all digital asset transactions, arguing that the regulations overstep constitutional bounds.
Helm Capital Group unveiled a theater-backed token for Broadway production, aiming to democratize Broadway investment through a blockchain-based funding mechanism. The tokenization model challenges traditional theatrical financing structures, reflecting the potential for innovation in the intersection of finance and entertainment.