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$457 Billion In Taxable Crypto Activity Moved On-Chain In 2025 - What CARF And DAC8 Still Do Not See
A new Chainalysis report reveals that over $457 billion in potentially taxable cryptocurrency activity occurred globally in 2025, with significant implications for crypto holders and traders in Cyprus. While frameworks like OECD's CARF and EU's DAC8 extend reporting requirements to crypto-asset service providers, substantial portions of DeFi, peer-to-peer transfers, and private wallet holdings remain outside their scope, creating critical compliance gaps that blockchain analytics must fill.
Cyprus Tax
CA
CYAUSE Audit Services Ltd
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Can You Buy Property In Cyprus With Crypto-currency?
Cyprus property law now intersects with cryptocurrency regulation as international buyers increasingly seek to use Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins for real estate acquisitions. While crypto-funded property purchases are legally possible in Cyprus, they require careful structuring to satisfy contract law, Land Registry requirements, anti-money laundering obligations, and the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA).
Cyprus Real Estate
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AGPLAW | A.G. Paphitis & Co. LLC
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Crypto Fraud, Cold Calls And “Recovery” Scams In Cyprus. Why Victims Must Act Fast
Cryptocurrency fraud victims in Cyprus are increasingly targeted by sophisticated "recovery" scams involving cold calls, remote access requests, and false promises to retrieve lost digital assets. Recent court cases demonstrate that while recovery is not guaranteed, victims who preserve evidence and act quickly may have realistic legal options through Cyprus courts, including freezing orders, disclosure relief, and asset preservation measures.
Cyprus Criminal
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AGPLAW | A.G. Paphitis & Co. LLC
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FS Regulatory Update: ESMA Publishes MiCA Knowledge & Competence Compliance Table
ESMA has published its latest compliance table on MiCA Guidelines for knowledge and competence assessment, revealing how EU national competent authorities, including Cyprus regulators, are implementing supervisory standards for crypto-asset service providers. The update signals a shift in regulatory focus from initial authorisation to ongoing operational compliance and staff competence frameworks.
Cyprus Finance
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AGPLAW | A.G. Paphitis & Co. LLC
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