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Australian Senate Committee Seeks to Overturn Bitcoin Tax Ruling

The way in which digital currency transactions are taxed should be reviewed, according to the Australian Senate Economics References Committee.

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5 Things Bitcoin Owners Must Do When Estate Planning

Certified Financial Planner Jeff Vandrew explains the steps bitcoin holders should take when planning their estates.

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Exclusive: Silk Road Agent Gave Bitcoin Tax Advice Prior to Arrest

In a revealing 2014 interview, DEA agent Carl Force discussed his interests in bitcoin as a part-time public accountant.

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New Hampshire Lawmakers Debate Accepting Bitcoin for Tax Payments

Hearings conducted by the New Hampshire General Court last week focused on a proposed bill that would allow bitcoin payments for state taxes and fees.

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Australian Bitcoin Exchange Claims Exemption from 10% Government Tax

Bitcoin exchange Coin Loft says it has beaten Australia's tax imposition on bitcoin trades with a private ruling from the government.

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Living Room of Satoshi Reopens After Sales Tax Issues

Bill payment service Living Room of Satoshi, which closed in October due to Australian tax regulations, is back online.

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Bitcoin Startup CoinJar Cites Tax as Influence on UK Relocation

Australian bitcoin exchange and payment processor CoinJar is relocating its headquarters to London, citing a more favorable tax environment.

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Dutch Official: Bitcoin Transactions Probably Not Liable for VAT

While not yet official, there are hints that bitcoin transactions might not be liable for VAT in the Netherlands.

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Finland Classifies Bitcoin as VAT-Exempt Financial Service

Finnish regulators have classified bitcoin as a financial service, thus granting it VAT-exempt status.

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New Bitcoin Exchange Says Australia is Ideal Location

New Australian exchange Independent Reserve says its regulatory compliance and stable location will appeal to customers seeking security.

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