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Cryptocurrencies and the IRS: How to Report Gains, Losses, and Mining Income
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: Sciences
Abstract
The rise of cryptocurrencies has created significant challenges for tax administration and compliance. In the United States, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) classifies cryptocurrencies as property, requiring taxpayers to report capital gains, mining income, and airdrops using established tax principles. This article outlines the key regulations governing cryptocurrency taxation, including IRS Notice 2014-21 and Revenue Ruling 2019-24. It further discusses reporting requirements, recordkeeping standards, and the implications of classification as a business or hobby for mining activities. With growing enforcement measures, taxpayers must understand the tax consequences of virtual asset activities to ensure full compliance.
Keywords
Cryptocurrency, IRS, capital gains, mining income, property classification.
How to cite this paper
@article{1708305,
author = {Alex Porto Alegre de Almeida},
title = {Cryptocurrencies and the IRS: How to Report Gains, Losses, and Mining Income},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2022},
volume = {5},
number = {12},
pages = {506-510},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1708305.pdf},
abstract = {The rise of cryptocurrencies has created significant challenges for tax administration and compliance. In the United States, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) classifies cryptocurrencies as property, requiring taxpayers to report capital gains, mining income, and airdrops using established tax principles. This article outlines the key regulations governing cryptocurrency taxation, including IRS Notice 2014-21 and Revenue Ruling 2019-24. It further discusses reporting requirements, recordkeeping standards, and the implications of classification as a business or hobby for mining activities. With growing enforcement measures, taxpayers must understand the tax consequences of virtual asset activities to ensure full compliance.},
keywords = {Cryptocurrency, IRS, capital gains, mining income, property classification.},
month = {June},
}