When navigating DAC8, the EU Directive that expands tax‑information exchange to crypto‑related assets, covering wallets, exchanges and staking activities, also known as EU DAC8 Directive, you’re dealing with a rule that requires crypto holders to disclose digital assets to tax authorities. DAC8 encompasses crypto tax reporting, requires crypto asset service providers to gather accurate data, and influences cross‑border crypto services by tying them to the EU’s broader regulatory framework.
One of the most cited companions of DAC8 is MiCA, the Markets in Crypto‑Assets Regulation that sets licensing, consumer‑protection and market‑integrity standards for crypto firms in the EU. While MiCA focuses on how platforms operate, DAC8 focuses on what data those platforms must provide to tax authorities. Together they create a two‑layer compliance model: MiCA enables crypto service providers to offer cross‑border services, and DAC8 demands those providers to report user activity for tax purposes. This synergy affects everything from exchange geofencing policies to airdrop eligibility checks, because any platform that gathers user data now has to ensure that information can be shared under DAC8’s reporting obligations.
The articles below walk you through the practical side of DAC8 and its ripple effects. You’ll learn how MiCA’s passport system lets non‑EU firms operate legally in Europe, and what extra steps they must take to meet DAC8’s reporting duties. We also cover how exchanges like Bybit use geofencing and VPN detection to stay on the right side of EU rules, how Iran’s Bitcoin mining strategy skirts sanctions but still faces reporting scrutiny, and how airdrop projects such as Bit2Me, Cannumo and Legion SuperApp adapt their distribution models to satisfy DAC8‑aligned tax checks. In short, the collection gives you concrete guidance on compliance, risk management and strategic planning across the EU crypto landscape.
Ready to see each topic broken down? Below you’ll find in‑depth guides, step‑by‑step tutorials and real‑world examples that show exactly how DAC8 shapes the crypto world today. Dive in and get the actionable insights you need to stay compliant and keep your projects moving forward.
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