{"id":147782,"date":"2025-01-28T11:30:09","date_gmt":"2025-01-28T09:30:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cryptodnes.bg\/en\/?p=147782"},"modified":"2025-01-28T11:05:15","modified_gmt":"2025-01-28T09:05:15","slug":"france-proposes-tax-on-unrealized-crypto-gains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cryptodnes.bg\/en\/france-proposes-tax-on-unrealized-crypto-gains\/","title":{"rendered":"France Proposes Tax on Unrealized Crypto Gains"},"content":{"rendered":"

If passed, investors could be taxed on the increased value of their holdings, even without selling them. The measure, approved by the Senate, now awaits a vote in the National Assembly.<\/p>\n

Supporters argue the tax<\/a><\/strong> ensures wealthier investors contribute fairly, while critics warn it could penalize holders and discourage innovation. Unlike existing capital gains taxes on sales, this proposal adds a layer of complexity by taxing unsold assets, a rare move globally.<\/p>\n

This development comes as Europe ramps up efforts to regulate crypto, balancing innovation with oversight. While France\u2019s bold step may set a precedent, it also raises concerns about driving investment out of the region. The proposal highlights the growing tension between crypto\u2019s decentralized ethos and governments\u2019 push for tighter control.<\/p>\n