Australia seeks public consultation on cryptocurrency asset tax report
ChainCatcher news, according to Bitcoin.com, the Australian Treasury has invited the public to provide feedback on the implementation of the OECD's Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF).In a consultation paper released on November 21, the Treasury stated that implementing the CARF developed by the OECD would "complement the government's efforts to enhance tax transparency." The document will explore the policy advantages of incorporating the OECD model into domestic tax law and consider a timeline for implementation that can minimize compliance costs.It is claimed that the rapid growth of the cryptocurrency market has posed challenges for the government in terms of tax evasion and avoidance. To address this issue, the OECD developed the CARF, aimed at improving international tax transparency by ensuring that crypto-related information is reported in a standardized manner. The framework is expected to enhance the ability of OECD countries to monitor and tax crypto-related activities, thereby reducing opportunities for tax evasion and avoidance.The CARF will require crypto intermediaries, such as exchanges and wallet providers, to report specific crypto transactions to tax authorities. This includes information on the buying and selling of crypto assets. As explained in the consultation paper, Australia expects CARF reporting to begin sometime in 2026.