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Crypto ETFs Get a Tax Break with Major IRS Safe Harbor Ruling

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Austin Hodge
November 12, 2025

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In a bold move to turbocharge the cryptocurrency industry, the U.S. Treasury and IRS have unveiled a game-changing safe harbor, allowing crypto ETFs to stake digital assets without the tax hit. 

Tackling a thorny regulatory hurdle, this initiative frees asset managers from tax law-induced inertia, paving the way for them to plunge into staking networks. As Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ambitiously pins this development to enhance investor benefits and keep America ahead in the digital asset race, the new guidelines carve a pragmatic path for ETFs. They can now dive into staking with less risk and more reward—a win both for investors and innovation.

What else is going on in the world of crypto today?

Let's dive in!

  • The U.S. Treasury and IRS's new safe harbor allows crypto ETFs to stake digital assets tax-free, resolving prior regulatory challenges. — Read More

  • Privacy-focused tokens like DASH, XMR, and DCR rally as major cryptocurrencies stagnate, with eyes on U.S. news for market direction. — Read More

  • SoFi Bank becomes the first FDIC-insured bank to offer in-app crypto trading, while Best Wallet Token presale raises $16.9M as crypto adoption broadens. — Read More

  • Sygnum's report finds that while institutional crypto investments are rising in 2025, expectations are dampened for 2026, with potential growth slowdown due to regulatory and market challenges. — Read More

  • Visa's pilot program enables USDC payouts for freelancers globally, enhancing payment speed and transparency. — Read More

  • JPMorgan launches blockchain-based JPM Coin for institutional clients, enhancing transaction speed and accessibility. — Read More

  • Crypto markets decline almost 4% as optimism grows for a U.S. government shutdown resolution, Bitcoin struggles between key support levels, traders remain cautious with low ETF inflows. — Read More

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