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US Crypto Tax Policy Isn't Just Crazy, It's Cruel

There is something extraordinarily cruel, crazy even, in the IRS’s approach of treating virtual currencies as property for tax purposes.

The value propositions of blockchain tech are central to the business of public institutions, argues Alec Ross, a candidate for governor of Maryland.

Di Alec Ross4 apr 2018

Cryptocurrency reminds us that tax and other rules need to be fluid, as inaction or inappropriate responses can halt or slow technological advances.

Venture capitalists are grappling with the complexity of initial coin offerings, adding language to their term sheets and hoping for the best.

Di Brady Dale4 apr 2018

After weeks of speculation, Bitmain has announced an ASIC for ethereum mining, spurring the developer community into action to try and block its use.

While the crypto market has seen a major correction recently, Korean exchanges show future optimism and double down on self-regulation efforts.

Di Wolfie Zhao3 apr 2018

If cryptocurrency gains acceptance as a means of exchange, it’s sure to raise the ire of governments hungry for revenue from sales taxes.

The lightning network is under attack. But it's not money attackers are after, they say, but a robust, secure lightning network for the future.

Active crypto traders can qualify for trader tax status (TTS) to deduct business and home-office expenses. And there might be an additional benefit.

Di Robert Green3 apr 2018

Years of work has culminated in Bitcoin Core software getting a "coin selection" upgrade that will lower transaction fees and scale the blockchain.

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