Crypto Accounting Reform: US Regulations Expected By Year-End
Crypto accounting is undergoing a seismic shift in the United States as the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) unanimously approves new rules governing the fair valuation of companies’ cryptocurrency holdings, according to recent reports. The move, widely anticipated and applauded by the financial industry, aims to bring transparency and consistency to a rapidly evolving sector. […]
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