Germany Proposes Treating Bitcoin as Securities for Tax Purposes, Targeting Tax‑Free Gains
Germany is preparing to overhaul the way it taxes cryptocurrency, specifically Bitcoin, by moving it into the same category as traditional equities. The proposed legislation, which is currently in draft form, seeks to apply the same tax rules that govern stocks to digital assets, thereby creating a clearer and more consistent framework for investors and tax authorities alike.
Under the existing …
Sept. 9, 2026, 12:13 p.m.