Trading GmbH for crypto: is it worth it for investors?
Private investors in Germany are disadvantaged in many ways from a tax perspective. Setting up a trading company can be…
New BMF letter on crypto in income tax law (2025): What will change for crypto investors?
On 6 March 2025, the German Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) published a new letter on the income tax treatment…
Cryptocurrencies and wills: important information for secure estate planning
Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and other digital assets present a new challenge in the drafting of wills. Due to…
Tax treatment of DeFi activities
Decentralised financial markets (DeFi) are becoming increasingly important and offer investors a promising alternative to traditional financial systems. With attractive…
The 7 biggest accounting and record-keeping challenges for crypto companies
Companies that hold crypto assets are subject to general accounting and record-keeping obligations, as well as specific requirements regarding documentation,…
Airdrops from a business perspective: what are the advantages and what tax implications should be considered?
In the dynamic world of cryptocurrencies, there are numerous ways for companies to promote projects and build a dedicated community….
New BMF regulations: Clarity and security in the taxation of cryptocurrencies
In March 2024, the Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) published a draft amendment on the taxation of cryptocurrencies. This draft…
NFT for companies: Business models and VAT treatment
Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) offer companies a wide range of opportunities for new business models and sources of income. These digital…
Utility tokens: Use, benefits and taxation from an entrepreneur’s perspective
Utility tokens open up new business models and revenue streams for companies that would not be possible in traditional markets….