What is cryptocurrency accounting?

Cryptocurrency accounting refers to the financial reporting requirements around cryptocurrencies both for investors and for businesses. In this guide, we’ll be focusing on the former - helping accountants, CPAs and tax managers navigate everything they need to know about cryptocurrency accounting. What is blockchain technology?

What is crypto and how does it work?

Crypto are digital assets —they have no tangible form. Cryptocurrencies exist and operate on a public ledger called a blockchain, which records all crypto transactions. Blockchain encryption is designed to make all transactions immutable and secure from tampering, counterfeit, and other forms of fraudulent transactions.

What are the ramifications of cryptocurrency for the accounting profession?

In recent years, cryptocurrencies (mainly Bitcoin) have become increasingly popular among companies and individuals. Because cryptocurrency is designed as a medium of exchange, any move towards the use of it is likely to have significant ramifications for the accounting profession.

How to invest in crypto?

You can purchase crypto through a cryptocurrency exchange or any financial institution that can broker a cryptocurrency transaction. Once you purchase cryptocurrency, you can secure your crypto coins in a digital wallet, online wallet, or hardware wallet. What are the risks of investing in crypto?