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The 8th iteration of the Directive on Administrative Cooperation (DAC8) seeks to enhance the capacity of tax authorities in EU Member States to detect and counter tax fraud, tax evasion and tax avoidance derived from both domestic and cross-border transactions (transfer or exchange) involving crypto-assets. It does so through a process of reporting and automatic exchange of information specifically pertaining to revenues derived from transactions falling within the defined scope, as well as information on advance cross-border tax rulings for individuals residing in the EU.
DAC8 encompasses a broader range of crypto-assets, including those addressed by MiCA. Actually, DAC8 complements MiCA and Travel of Funds Regulations creating a legislative framework designed to instill transparency and resilience in the crypto-asset ecosystem.
The Directive is to apply from 1 January 2026. However, two exceptions are provided therein; the provisions on the identification service apply from January 2025, while the provisions on the verification on the tax identification number will only apply from January 2027.
Training Objectives
By the end of the programme, participants will:
- have an overview of the Directives on Administrative Cooperation so far, understand why crypto-assets are of particular concern for national tax administrations, and the need for the DAC8;
- have an overview of the DAC8 and a thorough understanding of its main provisions;
- understand the implications for CASPs and investors, how they can prepare, and the consequences of non-compliance;
- have an overview of the different tax treatment of crypto-asset transactions in different jurisdictions;
- understand the links between DAC8, MiCA and Travel of Funds Regulations.
Training Outline
Introduction to Directives on Administrative Cooperation (DAC) and the Need for DAC8
- The evolution of Directives on Administrative Cooperation;
Understanding DAC8
1. Why Crypto-Assets are of Concern for National Tax Administrations
- Divergencies in the treatment of crypto for tax purposes; the role of DAC8
- Implications of anonymity in the context of crypto-assets taxation;
2. Review and Analysis of DAC8 main provisions
- Overview of the key provisions and objectives
- Exploring reporting thresholds and deadlines
- Types of information subject to automatic exchange
- Due Diligence
- Penalties for non-compliance
How can CASPs and investors prepare for DAC8 compliance?
- CASPs: Understanding requirements; preparing the organization.
- Investors: Understanding the requirements and the challenges.
Contextualizing DAC8 within the broader regulatory landscape – DAC8, MiCA, and Travel of Funds Regulations
- Understanding interconnectedness between MiCA Regulation, Travel of Funds Regulation, and DAC8
– Exploring the synergies for comprehensive regulatory coverage; how regulations complement each other.
Who should attend
- Compliance officers
- EU Lawyers
- Third-country lawyers
- Internal lawyers (working in any legal department of an organization or government)
- Blockchain technologists and developers
- Professionals in the banking sector (Including neo and challenger banks)
- Financial Advisors
- Executives and senior managers
- Software Developers
- Legal Services Professionals
- Graduate Lawyers
- Junior Lawyers
- Law Students
- Law Researchers
- Legal Projects Managers
- Legal Analysts
- Government Agencies
- Corporate Administrators
- Strategy Managers
- Technology Strategy Leaders
- Digital Transformation Heads, Officers, and Team Members
- Innovation Leaders and members of Innovations labs
Training Style
The programme is designed to deliver high-level knowledge and insights into the DAC8 and crypto taxation issues. It will strive to enhance participants’ skills and knowledge via lecture supported by power-point presentation and practical examples. The training style is both training-focused, involving a combination of presentation and real-live examples, but also learner-focused, where participants are encouraged to interact, share their different perspectives and engage in an exchange of views and personal professional experiences.
CPD Recognition
This programme may be approved for up to 3 CPD units in Financial Regulation and Accounting. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.
For the CySEC requirements, CPD units attained from this course should not exceed the 50% of the total CPD Units of each individual.
In-house Training
For groups within the same organisation, this course may be customized to meet any specific needs and delivered in-house.