New Crypto Tax Regulations Implemented by Over 40 Countries

According to Foresight News, the Financial Times reports that the United Kingdom and more than 40 other countries have begun implementing new tax regulations for crypto assets starting January 1. These regulations are based on the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) developed by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Major crypto exchanges are now required to collect comprehensive transaction records for UK users and report their trading activities and tax residency status to Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC). The UK is among the first 48 countries to adopt this framework. From 2027, HMRC will automatically share relevant data with EU member states and other participating countries, including Brazil, the Cayman Islands, and South Africa. A total of 75 countries have committed to implementing CARF, with the United States planning to adopt it in 2028 and begin information exchange in 2029.