EU DAC8 enforces crypto tax reporting from January 1, 2026; deadlines in 2026–2027
On December 24, the EU confirmed that DAC8 will apply to digital assets and take effect on January 1, 2026. The rules require exchanges and brokers to report user and transaction data to national tax authorities, with system updates due by July 1, 2026 and investor filings by January 31, 2027.