Early Bitcoin investor jailed for unreported crypto gains in $4M BTC sale
A Texas Bitcoin investor faces prison for failing to report over $4 million in cryptocurrency gains, setting a legal precedent. Go to Source
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Roger Ver claims US targets him for Bitcoin advocacy, not taxes
Roger Ver, known as “Bitcoin Jesus,” contests US DOJ tax evasion charges, alleging political retaliation over his crypto advocacy. Go to Source
Australia Seeks Public Input on Crypto Tax Reporting
The Australian Treasury has invited public feedback on implementing the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)’s crypto asset reporting model. Tackling Crypto-Linked Tax Evasion The Australian Treasury has invited the public to comment on options for the country’s implementation of the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). In a consultation paper released Nov. 21, the … Read more
DOJ charges crypto exchange operator of laundering Silk Road money
Along with money laundering, Maximiliano Pilipis is also accused of failing to file a tax return for income generated in 2019 and 2020. Go to Source
Nigeria Drops Money Laundering Charges Against Ex-US Federal Agent
The Nigerian government has dropped money laundering charges against jailed Binance executive and former U.S. Federal agent Tigran Gambaryan. The Binance executive’s lawyer said the charges were dropped after the court determined that Gambaryan was merely an employee and could not be prosecuted for crimes allegedly committed by his employer. This decision follows months of … Read more
Trial Postponed for Jailed Ex-US Federal Agent After Court No-Show
A Nigerian court has adjourned the trial of Tigran Gambaryan, a jailed Binance executive, due to his illness. Gambaryan, a U.S. citizen and former federal agent, missed a scheduled court appearance. Nigerian High Court Judge Emeka Nwite postponed the trial to allow the Binance employee to receive medical treatment. Gambaryan’s Health Problems A Nigerian court … Read more
Kenya’s Crypto Landscape Set for Major Overhaul With New Tax System
The Kenyan Revenue Authority (KRA) is tightening its grip on cryptocurrency by proposing a real-time tax system integrated with exchanges. This system would track all crypto transactions, capturing details like time and value for tax collection purposes. Beyond real-time taxation, Kenya is considering AI and machine learning to combat tax evasion. These technologies would improve … Read more
FCA Secures First Conviction for Illegal Crypto ATM Operation in UK
Olumide Osunkoya has pleaded guilty to illegally running a crypto ATM network across the UK. Even though the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) denied his registration, his operation handled millions in cryptocurrency transactions. This case represents the first conviction of its type under the UK’s anti-money laundering laws. UK’s First Illegal Crypto ATM Conviction Unveiled … Read more
Crypto Platform CEO Arrested for Allegedly Paying Deputies in Extortion Scheme
Crypto platform Zort’s CEO has been arrested on multiple charges. Allegations against Iza include paying large sums to Los Angeles County deputies for illegal activities, such as unlawful searches, extortion schemes, and even a failed kidnapping attempt. “Iza boasted about paying ‘active duty’ law enforcement $280,000 per month,” according to the authorities. Crypto Platform CEO … Read more
HEX founder Richard Heart suspected of tax evasion in Finland
Richard Schueler, aka Richard Heart, is already at the center of an SEC suit. Now he has issues in Finland, his chosen country of residence. Go to Source
