Cryptocurrency Q&A Can the IRS track Bitcoin?

Can the IRS track Bitcoin?

Stefano Stefano Fri Mar 29 2024 | 7 answers 1458
I've been hearing a lot about Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies lately, and I'm curious about one thing: can the IRS track Bitcoin? I understand that Bitcoin transactions are anonymous and decentralized, but I'm wondering if there's any way for the government to trace these transactions if necessary. Are there any records or ledgers that the IRS can access to monitor Bitcoin activity? Or is it truly impossible to track? Can the IRS track Bitcoin?

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emma_rose_activist emma_rose_activist Sun Mar 31 2024
Centralized cryptocurrency exchanges, such as BTCC, provide customer data to tax authorities.

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CryptoLodestar CryptoLodestar Sun Mar 31 2024
Data such as wallet addresses and personal information can be disclosed to the IRS or equivalent tax bodies.

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Enrico Enrico Sun Mar 31 2024
Yes, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies can be traced back to their original owners through the blockchain.

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DigitalLord DigitalLord Sun Mar 31 2024
Transactions in cryptocurrencies are recorded on a public ledger, called a blockchain.

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BonsaiVitality BonsaiVitality Sun Mar 31 2024
This ledger is accessible to anyone, including government agencies and tax authorities.

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