Germany's government is moving toward abolishing the country's tax exemption for crypto sold after more than one year. The preferred government model would reportedly ...
Germany is ending crypto's one-year tax exemption with a 25% flat tax (~26.375% effective). The shift toward CBDC reshapes how institutions evaluate blockchain adoption and forces tech leaders to reassess infrastructure investment strategy and planning.
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Key Takeaways
Germany's government is moving toward abolishing the country's tax exemption for crypto sold after more than one year.
The preferred government model would reportedly treat crypto as investment income, subjecting gains to a flat 25% tax plus Germany's solidarity surcharge.
The proposal remains under development and has not yet become law, meaning Germany's existing one-year exemption remains in force.
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