On July 11, 2023, the United States Senate solicited input from the public on the appropriate treatment of digital assets under US federal income tax law. Noting that uncertainty over the application of existing laws to transactions involving digital assets creates complex tax reporting issues for taxpayers, the Senate signaled that legislation may be required to provide adequate guidance to the industry and the public.
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Taylor Reid is a Tax Partner in Baker McKenzie's Palo Alto office and a member of the Firm's TMT and Fintech industry groups. With 30 years of experience in international tax planning, Taylor has been recognized as a leading U.S. tax advisor by International Tax Review. He is also a frequent speaker and co-author of a number of books and articles on the taxation of software and electronic commerce.
Amir-Kia Waxman is an associate in Baker McKenzie's Tax Practice Group.