According to TechCrunch, the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has set new cryptocurrency taxation rules starting in 2026📝. Crypto platforms will be required to report their transaction status to the IRS, but decentralized platforms will be exempt. This is the main content of the new regulations outlined by the IRS and Treasury Department on Friday 🏛️. Starting in 2026 (covering 2025 transactions), cryptocurrency platforms must provide standard form 1099. The IRS also stated that it is trying to combat tax evasion 🚫.