This memorandum discusses the tax treatment of Bitcoin in the US. It notes that the IRS issued guidance in March 2014 treating Bitcoin as property for tax purposes. This means that Bitcoin transactions are taxable in the same way as property transactions. The memo provides details on how to calculate capital gains and losses from Bitcoin use and explains the tax obligations of Bitcoin miners and those who receive Bitcoin for goods or services.
The popularity of cryptocurrency has been on the rise for years. But 2020 has been a very special year with many more retail investors getting exposure to bitcoin during the COVID-19 lockdown, public companies beefing up their bitcoin holdings, and major fintech companies like PayPal introducing cryptocurrency products. This makes it a great time to look into the 2021 year and discuss what we can expect in the crypto tax space.
THE TOP 10 GLOBAL BITCOIN REGULATORY DEVELOPMENTS OF 2015Steven Rhyner
Not a single month passed in 2015 without some groundbreaking new development in the world of digital currency regulation. I’ll count down some of the ones that have been most influential on my own practice.
In this presentation, I have clearly explained how you can calculate your crypto taxes in India. I have also presented necessary tools that can come in really handy when you calculate your crypto tax.
Digital assets And Currencies In The Information Age: Do Your Ones And Zero H...Bradley Perry
In the late 20th century the internet ushered in a new technological age transforming society. With this digital transformation, technologies have made a huge leap forward and our society has become internet dependent. As more people journey online and effectively create a digital society, there are questions which arise and need to be answered. Is there value to what people are creating online, how that value is determined, and what the tax implications are? This paper will explain and define what digital assets and currencies are and how to determine whether they have a fair market value.
This document discusses the regulatory and tax considerations for bitcoins in India. It summarizes that bitcoins do not fit within existing definitions of currency, securities, or commodities under Indian law. There is still uncertainty around the legal status of bitcoins in India and whether transactions would be subject to taxes, anti-money laundering laws, or securities regulations. The document also analyzes different tax treatment options for bitcoin gains and income for investors and businesses based on existing Indian tax laws.
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|| Alexandra Levin Kramer, N Esq.
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The document provides an overview of Bitcoin and how it is taxed according to IRS guidance. Some key points:
- Bitcoin is considered property, not currency, for tax purposes by the IRS, making transactions more complex.
- Gains or losses from buying, selling, exchanging or mining Bitcoin are taxable events.
- Record keeping for basis is important to determine capital gains or losses when Bitcoin is disposed of.
- Employers must withhold taxes and issue W-2s for salaries paid in Bitcoin.
- Representatives need to educate auditors on how Bitcoin works using the transparent ledger to substantiate transactions.
The popularity of cryptocurrency has been on the rise for years. But 2020 has been a very special year with many more retail investors getting exposure to bitcoin during the COVID-19 lockdown, public companies beefing up their bitcoin holdings, and major fintech companies like PayPal introducing cryptocurrency products. This makes it a great time to look into the 2021 year and discuss what we can expect in the crypto tax space.
THE TOP 10 GLOBAL BITCOIN REGULATORY DEVELOPMENTS OF 2015Steven Rhyner
Not a single month passed in 2015 without some groundbreaking new development in the world of digital currency regulation. I’ll count down some of the ones that have been most influential on my own practice.
In this presentation, I have clearly explained how you can calculate your crypto taxes in India. I have also presented necessary tools that can come in really handy when you calculate your crypto tax.
Digital assets And Currencies In The Information Age: Do Your Ones And Zero H...Bradley Perry
In the late 20th century the internet ushered in a new technological age transforming society. With this digital transformation, technologies have made a huge leap forward and our society has become internet dependent. As more people journey online and effectively create a digital society, there are questions which arise and need to be answered. Is there value to what people are creating online, how that value is determined, and what the tax implications are? This paper will explain and define what digital assets and currencies are and how to determine whether they have a fair market value.
This document discusses the regulatory and tax considerations for bitcoins in India. It summarizes that bitcoins do not fit within existing definitions of currency, securities, or commodities under Indian law. There is still uncertainty around the legal status of bitcoins in India and whether transactions would be subject to taxes, anti-money laundering laws, or securities regulations. The document also analyzes different tax treatment options for bitcoin gains and income for investors and businesses based on existing Indian tax laws.
\\ 14:00
|| Blockchain Law 101 - Is the U.S. Open for Business?
||
|| Alexandra Levin Kramer, N Esq.
|| Partner Founding Chair, Blockchain Technology
|| & Digital Currency CKR Law LLP New York
//
The document provides an overview of Bitcoin and how it is taxed according to IRS guidance. Some key points:
- Bitcoin is considered property, not currency, for tax purposes by the IRS, making transactions more complex.
- Gains or losses from buying, selling, exchanging or mining Bitcoin are taxable events.
- Record keeping for basis is important to determine capital gains or losses when Bitcoin is disposed of.
- Employers must withhold taxes and issue W-2s for salaries paid in Bitcoin.
- Representatives need to educate auditors on how Bitcoin works using the transparent ledger to substantiate transactions.
1) While Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies still face challenges around regulation and perception, their use for payments is growing as more major brands accept them.
2) A company called BitPay processes payments for over 52,000 merchants accepting Bitcoin, showing its increasing commercial viability despite still making up a small portion of overall transactions.
3) For cryptocurrencies to truly threaten traditional currencies, their regulation, stability, and consumer adoption would need to significantly increase.
BITCOIN IS NOT LEGAL SO LET US TAX BITCOIN: COLOMBIAN GOVERNMENTSteven Rhyner
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The International Digital and Virtual Currency LandscapeRachel Hamilton
Building on the incredible success of the June 2014 conference, and in response to demand from the market, American Conference Institute has developed its second forum on Virtual & Digital Currency and Payment Systems. This program will bring together an unparalleled faculty of in-house counsel and compliance professionals, senior executives from industry-leading companies, high-level regulatory and enforcement officials, and top outside counsel specializing in virtual and digital currencies who will provide you with the insights and tools necessary to navigate the legal, compliance, technical, and business hurdles arising from these new technologies.
1) Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin present a new, decentralized way of transferring money internationally without fees or oversight from governments or banks. This could help solve problems like poverty and unemployment by enabling new forms of lending and funding for entrepreneurs.
2) Bitcoins work using cryptography and a public ledger called the blockchain to allow secure digital payments directly between individuals without middlemen. This bypasses traditional barriers to accessing funds that often prevent ideas from being realized or help from reaching those in need.
3) Several organizations are exploring ways to use Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to help address social issues like funding relief efforts during the Ebola crisis more efficiently and enabling the homeless to more easily accept donations.
This document discusses the challenges states face in applying sales tax laws designed for physical commerce to virtual commerce conducted online and through emerging technologies. It argues that simplification efforts like the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement fail to acknowledge key differences between physical and virtual business models, risking inconsistent application of tax laws and potential contingent liabilities. The document advocates for states to engage in pragmatic simplification efforts specifically tailored to virtual business models rather than attempting to force new technologies and services into outdated legal frameworks.
This document discusses the history and concepts of digital cash. It notes that David Chaum is credited with inventing the concept of digital cash in 1982. In the 1990s, he founded DigiCash to commercialize electronic payment systems. Digital cash allows users to purchase credits online and spend them anonymously, offering benefits like efficiency and lower costs compared to traditional currency. However, digital cash also poses challenges like enabling money laundering and affecting taxation and monetary policy due to its untraceable nature. Overall, the document explores the promise and problems of digital cash systems.
This document provides an overview of Bitcoin, a decentralized virtual currency. It begins by defining virtual currency and explaining how Bitcoin differs from traditional national currencies. Bitcoin works through a peer-to-peer network that verifies transactions by consensus of users rather than a central authority. Transactions are recorded through encrypted messages exchanged between users. The document then discusses how Bitcoin can be purchased and used for payments, as well as current levels of usage in Sweden. It concludes by considering both the benefits and risks of Bitcoin and other virtual currencies.
Bitcoinz USA was established to become the leading operator of Bitcoin automated exchange machines in North America. Their plan is to deploy 100 machines over 3 years, starting with 5 machines in Toronto and Dallas in Q1 2014. The automated machines allow users to easily exchange cash for Bitcoin and comply with regulatory requirements. The company aims to rapidly expand their network of machines across major North American cities.
BITCOIN: A 21ST CENTURY CURRENCY EXPLAINED BY A WALL STREET VETERANSteven Rhyner
It was even predicted by Nobel Prize-winning economist Milton Friedman in 1999 when he said, "The one thing that’s missing, but will soon be developed, is a reliable e-cash."
The document discusses how bitcoin is disruptive to traditional payments systems and national currencies by introducing a new decentralized monetary unit. It describes how bitcoin works as both a distributed network and its own currency, bypassing the need for third parties. Some benefits mentioned are personal control of assets, protection from fraud and censorship, and lower fees for merchants. Industries like retail payments, banking transfers, and asset management are seen as most likely to be disrupted by this new financial technology.
The document discusses the Payment Services Directive (PSD), which creates a harmonized framework for payment services in the EU. It establishes rules for payment service providers and their licenses, capital requirements, transparency requirements, and obligations and liabilities. The PSD has been implemented in the Netherlands through amendments to acts on financial supervision and money transfer offices, as well as provisions in the Dutch Civil Code governing payment transactions.
eMoney 2011 in Russia: New stage and new opportunitiesVictor Dostov
- The document summarizes a press conference by the Russian Electronic Money Association on e-money trends in 2011 and the first quarter of 2012.
- Key developments included a new law on the national payment system that established regulations for payment system operators and requirements for processing centers and chargebacks.
- Results from 2011 showed growth in e-money volumes, top-ups, and number of active wallets, though growth was less than expected. Most e-money payments were for online games, entertainment and telecom services by number, but financial instruments by value.
- Upcoming dates were outlined for operators to comply with banking regulations and further changes were anticipated regarding prepaid cards and customer due diligence procedures.
New Programmable Money and the Decline of the USD as the Reserve Currency. ESS Webinar https://ess.org.sg/events/will-the-us-dollar-continue-to-be-the-dominant-reserve-currency-2/
A high-level view of what tokens are and how they can be used to create Distributed Bearer Instruments (DBIs), a exploration of one obvious thing that DBIs can be used for (ie, money) and a model of digital currency to inform discussion.
This document discusses the history and current state of alternative digital currencies like Bitcoin. It begins with a brief history of Bitcoin and other altcoins since 2009. It then discusses the contemporary regulatory climate in the US, with different government agencies having varying stances on whether Bitcoin should be treated as currency or property. The document also summarizes recent regulatory and legislative developments and discusses how Bitcoin is increasingly being used for online gambling. It concludes by considering different approaches regulators could take and predicting that alternative currencies will continue growing in popularity.
This document outlines the VAT deduction at source (VDS) procedure in Bangladesh. It explains that VDS allows certain organizations to deduct VAT from payments made to service providers, to help ensure VAT is collected from evaders. Nine types of organizations are responsible for deducting VAT, including government and private entities. There are 37 specific services subject to VDS at rates of 1.5-15%, including construction, printing, land development and courier services. The document provides details on deducting, depositing and recording VAT amounts under the VDS system.
Preparing for the OECD Common Reporting StandardCognizant
Maintaining planogram compliance enables retail organizations to better fulfill consumers' expectations and realize higher returns from their display investments by having the right product in the right place, in the right quantity, at the right price, at the right time.
Is cryptocurrency the solution to hyperinflation?BitBayMarket
The invention of cryptocurrency has added a whole new dimension to the digitization of the global economy. It offers an alternative to conventional forms of central bank money, or ‘fiat’ currency. It also offers new approaches to setting monetary policy, free from political interference and the damaging consequences of hyperinflation.
Bitcoin Technology” Bitcoin is an innovative technology that offers several benefits, such as fast transaction speeds, low costs, and the elimination of the need for a third-party intermediary to process transactions. Unfortunately, BitCoin has faced resistance from regulators because the technology has been used for nefarious purposes, including online drug purchases and Ponzi schemes. This note provides a basic explanation of how BitCoin works and is currently regulated on federal and state levels. This note argues that BitCoin should not be forced into old regulatory frameworks that do not adequately balance security concerns with the benefits of BitCoin. BitCoin should not be regulated at the federal level. Instead, state regulations should focus on BitCoin providers that can unilaterally transfer or block transfers of BitCoin on behalf of users. State regulators should require such providers to register with their given states, maintain adequate books and records, implement advanced cyber security standards, conduct audits of their operations, and submit reports to state regulators. In crafting these regulations, regulators should keep in mind that vague or poorly drafted regulations will chill innovation. A Bitcoin would allow online payments to be sent directly from one party to another without going through a financial institution. Digital signatures provide part of the solution, but the main benefits are lost if a trusted third party is still required to prevent double-spending. We propose a solution to the double-spending problem using a peer-to-peer network.
This document provides information about revision grids for level 4 math topics. It includes a welcome message and instructions on how the grids can be used for revision and assessment. Suggestions are given for using the grids in class individually, as a game, or to promote collaboration. The source of inspiration for the grids is cited. Users are encouraged to provide feedback on how the grids are used.
1) While Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies still face challenges around regulation and perception, their use for payments is growing as more major brands accept them.
2) A company called BitPay processes payments for over 52,000 merchants accepting Bitcoin, showing its increasing commercial viability despite still making up a small portion of overall transactions.
3) For cryptocurrencies to truly threaten traditional currencies, their regulation, stability, and consumer adoption would need to significantly increase.
BITCOIN IS NOT LEGAL SO LET US TAX BITCOIN: COLOMBIAN GOVERNMENTSteven Rhyner
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The International Digital and Virtual Currency LandscapeRachel Hamilton
Building on the incredible success of the June 2014 conference, and in response to demand from the market, American Conference Institute has developed its second forum on Virtual & Digital Currency and Payment Systems. This program will bring together an unparalleled faculty of in-house counsel and compliance professionals, senior executives from industry-leading companies, high-level regulatory and enforcement officials, and top outside counsel specializing in virtual and digital currencies who will provide you with the insights and tools necessary to navigate the legal, compliance, technical, and business hurdles arising from these new technologies.
1) Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin present a new, decentralized way of transferring money internationally without fees or oversight from governments or banks. This could help solve problems like poverty and unemployment by enabling new forms of lending and funding for entrepreneurs.
2) Bitcoins work using cryptography and a public ledger called the blockchain to allow secure digital payments directly between individuals without middlemen. This bypasses traditional barriers to accessing funds that often prevent ideas from being realized or help from reaching those in need.
3) Several organizations are exploring ways to use Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to help address social issues like funding relief efforts during the Ebola crisis more efficiently and enabling the homeless to more easily accept donations.
This document discusses the challenges states face in applying sales tax laws designed for physical commerce to virtual commerce conducted online and through emerging technologies. It argues that simplification efforts like the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement fail to acknowledge key differences between physical and virtual business models, risking inconsistent application of tax laws and potential contingent liabilities. The document advocates for states to engage in pragmatic simplification efforts specifically tailored to virtual business models rather than attempting to force new technologies and services into outdated legal frameworks.
This document discusses the history and concepts of digital cash. It notes that David Chaum is credited with inventing the concept of digital cash in 1982. In the 1990s, he founded DigiCash to commercialize electronic payment systems. Digital cash allows users to purchase credits online and spend them anonymously, offering benefits like efficiency and lower costs compared to traditional currency. However, digital cash also poses challenges like enabling money laundering and affecting taxation and monetary policy due to its untraceable nature. Overall, the document explores the promise and problems of digital cash systems.
This document provides an overview of Bitcoin, a decentralized virtual currency. It begins by defining virtual currency and explaining how Bitcoin differs from traditional national currencies. Bitcoin works through a peer-to-peer network that verifies transactions by consensus of users rather than a central authority. Transactions are recorded through encrypted messages exchanged between users. The document then discusses how Bitcoin can be purchased and used for payments, as well as current levels of usage in Sweden. It concludes by considering both the benefits and risks of Bitcoin and other virtual currencies.
Bitcoinz USA was established to become the leading operator of Bitcoin automated exchange machines in North America. Their plan is to deploy 100 machines over 3 years, starting with 5 machines in Toronto and Dallas in Q1 2014. The automated machines allow users to easily exchange cash for Bitcoin and comply with regulatory requirements. The company aims to rapidly expand their network of machines across major North American cities.
BITCOIN: A 21ST CENTURY CURRENCY EXPLAINED BY A WALL STREET VETERANSteven Rhyner
It was even predicted by Nobel Prize-winning economist Milton Friedman in 1999 when he said, "The one thing that’s missing, but will soon be developed, is a reliable e-cash."
The document discusses how bitcoin is disruptive to traditional payments systems and national currencies by introducing a new decentralized monetary unit. It describes how bitcoin works as both a distributed network and its own currency, bypassing the need for third parties. Some benefits mentioned are personal control of assets, protection from fraud and censorship, and lower fees for merchants. Industries like retail payments, banking transfers, and asset management are seen as most likely to be disrupted by this new financial technology.
The document discusses the Payment Services Directive (PSD), which creates a harmonized framework for payment services in the EU. It establishes rules for payment service providers and their licenses, capital requirements, transparency requirements, and obligations and liabilities. The PSD has been implemented in the Netherlands through amendments to acts on financial supervision and money transfer offices, as well as provisions in the Dutch Civil Code governing payment transactions.
eMoney 2011 in Russia: New stage and new opportunitiesVictor Dostov
- The document summarizes a press conference by the Russian Electronic Money Association on e-money trends in 2011 and the first quarter of 2012.
- Key developments included a new law on the national payment system that established regulations for payment system operators and requirements for processing centers and chargebacks.
- Results from 2011 showed growth in e-money volumes, top-ups, and number of active wallets, though growth was less than expected. Most e-money payments were for online games, entertainment and telecom services by number, but financial instruments by value.
- Upcoming dates were outlined for operators to comply with banking regulations and further changes were anticipated regarding prepaid cards and customer due diligence procedures.
New Programmable Money and the Decline of the USD as the Reserve Currency. ESS Webinar https://ess.org.sg/events/will-the-us-dollar-continue-to-be-the-dominant-reserve-currency-2/
A high-level view of what tokens are and how they can be used to create Distributed Bearer Instruments (DBIs), a exploration of one obvious thing that DBIs can be used for (ie, money) and a model of digital currency to inform discussion.
This document discusses the history and current state of alternative digital currencies like Bitcoin. It begins with a brief history of Bitcoin and other altcoins since 2009. It then discusses the contemporary regulatory climate in the US, with different government agencies having varying stances on whether Bitcoin should be treated as currency or property. The document also summarizes recent regulatory and legislative developments and discusses how Bitcoin is increasingly being used for online gambling. It concludes by considering different approaches regulators could take and predicting that alternative currencies will continue growing in popularity.
This document outlines the VAT deduction at source (VDS) procedure in Bangladesh. It explains that VDS allows certain organizations to deduct VAT from payments made to service providers, to help ensure VAT is collected from evaders. Nine types of organizations are responsible for deducting VAT, including government and private entities. There are 37 specific services subject to VDS at rates of 1.5-15%, including construction, printing, land development and courier services. The document provides details on deducting, depositing and recording VAT amounts under the VDS system.
Preparing for the OECD Common Reporting StandardCognizant
Maintaining planogram compliance enables retail organizations to better fulfill consumers' expectations and realize higher returns from their display investments by having the right product in the right place, in the right quantity, at the right price, at the right time.
Is cryptocurrency the solution to hyperinflation?BitBayMarket
The invention of cryptocurrency has added a whole new dimension to the digitization of the global economy. It offers an alternative to conventional forms of central bank money, or ‘fiat’ currency. It also offers new approaches to setting monetary policy, free from political interference and the damaging consequences of hyperinflation.
Bitcoin Technology” Bitcoin is an innovative technology that offers several benefits, such as fast transaction speeds, low costs, and the elimination of the need for a third-party intermediary to process transactions. Unfortunately, BitCoin has faced resistance from regulators because the technology has been used for nefarious purposes, including online drug purchases and Ponzi schemes. This note provides a basic explanation of how BitCoin works and is currently regulated on federal and state levels. This note argues that BitCoin should not be forced into old regulatory frameworks that do not adequately balance security concerns with the benefits of BitCoin. BitCoin should not be regulated at the federal level. Instead, state regulations should focus on BitCoin providers that can unilaterally transfer or block transfers of BitCoin on behalf of users. State regulators should require such providers to register with their given states, maintain adequate books and records, implement advanced cyber security standards, conduct audits of their operations, and submit reports to state regulators. In crafting these regulations, regulators should keep in mind that vague or poorly drafted regulations will chill innovation. A Bitcoin would allow online payments to be sent directly from one party to another without going through a financial institution. Digital signatures provide part of the solution, but the main benefits are lost if a trusted third party is still required to prevent double-spending. We propose a solution to the double-spending problem using a peer-to-peer network.
This document provides information about revision grids for level 4 math topics. It includes a welcome message and instructions on how the grids can be used for revision and assessment. Suggestions are given for using the grids in class individually, as a game, or to promote collaboration. The source of inspiration for the grids is cited. Users are encouraged to provide feedback on how the grids are used.
This short document contains two brief sections labeled "Test 1" and "Test 2" with no other context or details provided. It appears to be testing or experimenting with two different elements but the goals or outcomes are unknown based on the limited information given.
A empresa de tecnologia anunciou um novo smartphone com câmera aprimorada, tela maior e bateria de longa duração por um preço acessível. O dispositivo tem como objetivo atrair mais consumidores em mercados emergentes com suas especificações equilibradas e preço baixo. Analistas esperam que as melhorias e o preço baixo impulsionem as vendas do novo aparelho.
1. Dietary supplement advertisers must ensure all claims are truthful and not misleading. Claims must be substantiated by competent scientific evidence.
2. The FTC's truth-in-advertising guidelines apply equally to internet, television, radio, and other advertisements.
3. Affiliate advertisers must also disclose their relationship with the primary online business they are advertising for, in addition to following standard FTC guidelines.
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Cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin, have emerged as a revolutionary form of digital currency in recent years. With their increasing popularity, governments around the world have been grappling with how to regulate these decentralized virtual currencies. In this blog post, we will explore the regulatory approaches and legal frameworks to Study Bitcoin laws in Canada and the United States.
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The document discusses the IRS's guidance on the tax treatment of bitcoin and other virtual currencies. Some key points:
- The IRS treats virtual currency as property, so general tax rules for property transactions apply. This means mining or receiving bitcoin as income requires reporting the fair market value as gross income. Selling or exchanging bitcoin triggers capital gains/losses taxes.
- Tax treatment depends on how the bitcoin was acquired. Purchasing has no tax consequences until sale. Mining requires reporting fair market value as income. Receiving bitcoin for goods/services also requires reporting fair market value as income.
- Record keeping for transactions is important to determine cost basis and calculate capital gains/losses. Form 8949 is
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A Comprehensive Study of Bitcoin Laws and Legal Tender StatusCrypto in California
The Canadian blockchain ecosystem is a vibrant landscape, marked by innovation, legal considerations, and the evolving status of cryptocurrencies. In this blog post, we embark on a journey to understand the intricacies of Bitcoin laws in Canada and explore the question of whether cryptocurrencies are considered legal tender in the country.
NEW BILL MAY GIVE A GREEN LIGHT TO BITCOIN EXCHANGES IN WYOMINGSteven Rhyner
A new bill in Wyoming aims to allow bitcoin exchanges to operate in the state by recognizing digital currencies as permissible investments under the state's Money Transmitter Act. Currently, exchanges are prevented from doing business in Wyoming due to regulations requiring they hold fiat currency reserves equal to the value of customers' bitcoin holdings. The bill would amend the law to include digital currencies as acceptable reserves, resolving the issue that led the largest exchange, Coinbase, to cease operations in Wyoming in 2015. Passing the bill could restart bitcoin business activity in the state and support further innovation with blockchain technologies.
1) Virtual currency like Bitcoin works on a decentralized peer-to-peer network, has no intrinsic value, and is not backed by governments.
2) Bitcoins can be used to purchase goods and services from vendors accepting them, and their value has increased substantially since being created in 2008.
3) Regulatory approaches to virtual currencies vary globally, with some countries banning them, and others considering how to regulate exchanges and apply tax rules.
1. Memorandum
To: Andrew Gordon, Michael Raff
From: Jerry Woods
Date: April 21, 2014
Re: Bitcoin and its place in an evolving E-conomy
Questions Presented
1. Is Bitcoin taxable under current U.S. tax law?
2. If taxable under current U.S. tax law, how should taxpayers report their Bitcoin use?
Brief Answers
1. Bitcoin is taxable under current U.S. tax law any time that a taxable event occurs, such as exchanging
to fiat currency or trading for goods and services.1
2. Taxpayers using Bitcoin would report their use in the same way that they would report any
transactions that involve the transfer of property.2
Facts
Bitcoin is a peer-to-peer decentralized electronic currency which enables the user to transact actual
business with any other Bitcoin user in the world. So far, Bitcoin users have enjoyed low transactional
costs while engaged in business with those who accept Bitcoin.3
1
Forbes: Bitcoin is Not Anonymous and is Always Taxable. December 16, 2013.
2
IRS Virtual Currency Guidance: Virtual Currency Is Treated as Property For U.S. Federal Tax Purposes;
General Rules for Property Transactions Apply. IR201436, March 25, 2014.
3
Securities and Exchange Commision v. Shavers, Not Reported in F.Supp 2d, 2013 WL 4028182, Fed.
Sec. L. Rep. P 97,596, E.D.Tex., August 6, 2013 (No. 4:13CV416), (Citing Derek Dion, I’ll Gladly Trade
You Two Bits on Tuesday for a Byte Today: Bitcoin, Regulating Fraud in the EConomy of HackerCash,
2013 U. Ill. J.L. Tech & Pol’y 165, 167 (2013)); Wall Street Journal: How Will The IRS Tax Bitcoin?
December 20, 2013.
2. Satoshi Nakamoto is a presumed pseudonym for the individual who first developed Bitcoin in 2009
when twenty-one million e-coins were planted into the virtual ground. Bitcoins are modeled after
precious metals inasmuch as they must be “mined” to be placed into online circulation. In order to mine
these coins, the miner uses highly sophisticated computer software on a high-powered computer capable
of solving complex mathematical algorithms.4
The software “mines” by collecting and validating network transactions. These transactions are put into
“blocks” which are added to the network’s block chain. If successful, the miner is rewarded in Bitcoin.
Once mined and placed into circulation, anyone can purchase Bitcoins and use for their own purposes in
much the same way an individual uses cash. Although Bitcoin is not government-backed like fiat
currency, it can be used to buy goods and services the same way that traditional currency is used. Because
each Bitcoin has its own distinct numeric identification, it’s virtually counterfeit-proof. The lack of bank
and government regulation of Bitcoin only adds to the allure of this e-currency.5
Discussion
As of March 25, 2014, the IRS issued its notice which explains that electronic currencies, including
Bitcoin, will be treated as property for U.S. tax treatment purposes. Prior to March 25, there were no IRS
guidelines which specifically addressed the perplexing taxation issues that Bitcoin and other e-currencies
present. Despite this, U.S. tax laws do require taxpayers to report any taxable event, regardless of its
source, and pay taxes accordingly.6
Tax experts suggest that Bitcoin transactions can function like barter exchanges. For tax purposes, barter
exchanges are likened to compensation for services rendered, which are defined as taxable income under
26 U.S.C. § 61. Bitcoin is also similar to a commodity like gold or silver where capital gain treatment is
concerned. Capital gains and losses are defined under 26 U.S.C. § 1221 and § 1222. Individuals who
exchange Bitcoin for currency would receive gains on any appreciation and losses for any depreciation.7
4
Wall Street Journal: How Will The IRS Tax Bitcoin? December 20, 2013; GAO: Report to the Committee
on Finance, U.S. Senate. Virtual Economies and Currencies, Additional IRS Guidance Could Reduce Tax
Compliance Risks. May 2013.
5
GAO: Report to the Committee on Finance, U.S. Senate. Virtual Economies and Currencies, Additional
IRS Guidance Could Reduce Tax Compliance Risks. May 2013.
6
IRS Virtual Currency Guidance: Virtual Currency Is Treated as Property For U.S. Federal Tax Purposes;
General Rules for Property Transactions Apply. IR201436, March 25, 2014; GAO: Report to the Committee
on Finance, U.S. Senate. Virtual Economies and Currencies, Additional IRS Guidance Could Reduce Tax
Compliance Risks. May 2013; Forbes: Bitcoin is Not Anonymous and is Always Taxable. December 16,
2013.
7
IRS Virtual Currency Guidance: Virtual Currency Is Treated as Property For U.S. Federal Tax Purposes;
General Rules for Property Transactions Apply. IR201436, March 25, 2014; Forbes: Bitcoin is Not
Anonymous and is Always Taxable. December 16, 2013; Cornell University Law School,
3. The biggest risks the IRS and other tax experts have identified are underreporting, mischaracterization,
and evasion. The same risks exist for traditional currency-based transactions, particularly those involving
cash, where third-party recordkeeping is inconsistent at best. Well-intentioned taxpayers may search the
internet for Bitcoin tax reporting advice only to be inundated with misinformation, including that they
have no liability whatsoever.8
Those taxpayers who know they may be liable may not understand how to characterize Bitcoin income
when the time comes to report it. This confusion may be in whether to report the income as property,
barter, foreign currency, or financial instrument.9
Unsophisticated taxpayers who receive income from Bitcoin may not understand how to calculate their
basis for gains. Further, individuals may not be liable if the income earned is likened to income earned at a
garage sale, where merchandise is generally sold for less than its original purchase price. Because virtual
economy transactions are exceedingly difficult to track, including determining transacting parties’ true
identities, third-party reporting may be extraordinarily burdensome to conduct. Because virtual economy
transactions offer a degree of anonymity, there is a heightened threat of taxpayer evasion.10
Bitcoin miners are essentially business-owners who manufacture and distribute a product, albeit digital.
Therefore, Bitcoin miners would pay taxes the same way any business-owner does.11
The challenges that Bitcoin and other e-currencies pose prompted the IRS to create guidelines for
taxpayers to follow when reporting their Bitcoin use. The IRS guidelines state that e-currencies are to be
treated as property for federal tax purposes because general tax principles which apply to property
transactions also apply to e-currency transactions.12
When computing gross income, an individual who receives e-currency as payment for goods or services
must include the e-currency’s fair market value. That value must be measured in U.S. dollars and must
reflect the date that the transaction took place. The basis that the individual should use when determining
tax liability is the fair market value of the e-currency effective on the date of receipt. To determine that
http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/26/61, http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/26/1221,
http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/26/1222.
8
GAO: Report to the Committee on Finance, U.S. Senate. Virtual Economies and Currencies, Additional
IRS Guidance Could Reduce Tax Compliance Risks. May 2013.
9
GAO: Report to the Committee on Finance, U.S. Senate. Virtual Economies and Currencies, Additional
IRS Guidance Could Reduce Tax Compliance Risks. May 2013.
10
GAO: Report to the Committee on Finance, U.S. Senate. Virtual Economies and Currencies, Additional
IRS Guidance Could Reduce Tax Compliance Risks. May 2013. But see Forbes: Bitcoin is Not Anonymous
and is Always Taxable Part 2, January 6, 2014.
11
Forbes: Bitcoin is Not Anonymous and is Always Taxable Part 2, January 6, 2014.
12
Internal Revenue Service Notice 201421, 2, March 25, 2014.
4. value, the e-currency must be converted into U.S. dollars - or another real currency which is in turn
converted into U.S. dollars - at a reasonable, consistently applied exchange rate.13
The taxpayer would be responsible for reporting any e-currency gains and losses. The nature of that gain
or loss depends on whether the taxpayer uses e-currency as a capital asset, such as any investment property.
With capital assets, a taxpayer will realize a capital gain or loss at the point of e-currency sale or exchange.
Whereas assets like inventory, which are held for sale to customers in trade or business, are not capital
assets. Therefore, these would receive ordinary capital gain or loss treatment.14
A taxpayer who successfully “mines” for Bitcoin and other e-currencies must include the fair market value
as gross income. Self-employment taxes apply in situations where the miner’s activities are not undertaken
as an employee of a mining operation. Further, e-currency which an independent contractor receives for
services rendered is subject to the self-employment tax. An employee who receives e-currency for services
rendered from their employer is subject to federal income tax withholding.15
Payments made using e-currency are subject to tax reporting and backup withholding like any other
property based payment. Third party settlement organizations are required to report any payments made
to merchants using a Form 1099-K.16
Taxpayers who treated their e-currency in a manner inconsistent with the IRS notice prior to the March
25, 2014 posting are subject to penalties. However, taxpayers may receive relief for reasonable cause.17
Conclusion
Throughout history, people have created various currencies for their transactional needs. Taxation has
almost always been part of the equation and continues to evolve as new currencies develop. The IRS’s
recently released e-currency tax reporting guidelines are the latest in a continuing series of steps to
minimize taxpayer confusion and maximize taxpayer compliance.
13
Internal Revenue Service Notice 201421, 2, 3, March 25, 2014.
14
Internal Revenue Service Notice 201421, 34, March 25, 2014.
15
Internal Revenue Service Notice 201421, 4, March 25, 2014.
16
Internal Revenue Service Notice 201421, 5, March 25, 2014.
17
Internal Revenue Service Notice 201421, 6, March 25, 2014.