U.S. Crypto Tax Framework: A Game Changer for Digital Assets

U.S. Crypto Tax Framework: A Game Changer for Digital Assets

December 23, 2025
🚨 Big move in U.S. crypto policy: bipartisan momentum is building U.S. House lawmakers have unveiled a bipartisan crypto tax framework that could finally bring long-awaited clarity to digital assets. The proposed Digital Asset PARITY Act introduces several major signals for the industry: 🔹 Stablecoin safe harbor Everyday purchases made with regulated, dollar-pegged stablecoins under $200 would be exempt from capital gains taxes — removing a major friction point for real-world crypto use. 🔹 A compromise on staking taxes Instead of immediate taxation or full deferral, staking and mining rewards could be deferred for up to five years, then taxed at fair market value. This creates breathing room for participants while maintaining tax integrity. 🔹 Clearer rules for investors & funds The framework extends traditional securities rules (wash sales, constructive sales) to crypto, clarifies crypto lending treatment, and confirms that passive protocol staking isn’t a trade or business. Why this matters 👇 For years, uncertainty around taxation has slowed adoption, scared off institutions, and complicated compliance. This proposal signals something different: guardrails designed to enable innovation, not block it. If passed, this could mark a turning point for: • Stablecoin payments • Institutional participation • Builders and long-term investors • The U.S. staying competitive in global digital finance 📚 Want to understand how regulation, taxation, and digital assets really work together? Join our courses and learn how to navigate crypto with confidence — from policy to practical application. The rules of the road are being written. Now is the time to understand them. 📌 If you’re an accountant, finance professional, or legal expert, now is the time to upskill. Join our courses and gain practical knowledge on crypto regulation, taxation, and digital assets — explained clearly and applied to real-world scenarios. https://hubs.li/Q03YY7RS0 #CryptoRegulation#DigitalAssets#BlockchainPolicy#AccountingProfessionals #FinanceProfessionals

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U.S. Crypto Tax Framework: A Game Changer for Digital Assets

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Larry Liermann
December 23, 2025
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🚨 Big move in U.S. crypto policy: bipartisan momentum is building U.S. House lawmakers have unveiled a bipartisan crypto tax framework that could finally bring long-awaited clarity to digital assets. The proposed Digital Asset PARITY Act introduces several major signals for the industry: 🔹 Stablecoin safe harbor Everyday purchases made with regulated, dollar-pegged stablecoins under $200 would be exempt from capital gains taxes — removing a major friction point for real-world crypto use. 🔹 A compromise on staking taxes Instead of immediate taxation or full deferral, staking and mining rewards could be deferred for up to five years, then taxed at fair market value. This creates breathing room for participants while maintaining tax integrity. 🔹 Clearer rules for investors & funds The framework extends traditional securities rules (wash sales, constructive sales) to crypto, clarifies crypto lending treatment, and confirms that passive protocol staking isn’t a trade or business. Why this matters 👇 For years, uncertainty around taxation has slowed adoption, scared off institutions, and complicated compliance. This proposal signals something different: guardrails designed to enable innovation, not block it. If passed, this could mark a turning point for: • Stablecoin payments • Institutional participation • Builders and long-term investors • The U.S. staying competitive in global digital finance 📚 Want to understand how regulation, taxation, and digital assets really work together? Join our courses and learn how to navigate crypto with confidence — from policy to practical application. The rules of the road are being written. Now is the time to understand them. 📌 If you’re an accountant, finance professional, or legal expert, now is the time to upskill. Join our courses and gain practical knowledge on crypto regulation, taxation, and digital assets — explained clearly and applied to real-world scenarios. https://hubs.li/Q03YY7RS0 #CryptoRegulation#DigitalAssets#BlockchainPolicy#AccountingProfessionals #FinanceProfessionals
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Larry Liermann
Larry Liermann is Co-Founder and Head of Sales & Partnerships at MMBA, where he leads the company’s business development efforts and discussions with strategic partners, including Higher Education Institutions, Enterprise clients, and various industry organizations. He has led global sales teams at trading technology companies and is also a former Co-Founder of another Educational Technology startup.

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