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Bitcoin investor ordered to hand over crypto keys in landmark tax case Cointelegraph 08 Jan 2025

Bitcoin investor ordered to hand over crypto keys in landmark tax case ⚖️

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In a landmark legal decision, a Texas federal court has issued an order requiring Bitcoin investor Frank Richard Ahlgren III to relinquish his cryptocurrency public and private keys, along with any related accounts and access codes. The case highlights increasing regulatory pressures on cryptocurrency holders, as authorities seek to ensure tax compliance within the crypto space.

This development sets a significant precedent, potentially affecting how crypto assets are treated in legal and tax contexts. For investors and the crypto community at large, this ruling could pave the way for future cases and enforcement actions, underscoring the need for diligent and transparent tax practices.

Source: cointelegraph.com ↗

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