**Crypto News Flash**

- **IRS Tightens Crypto Reporting**: The IRS has finalized rules requiring brokers to report digital asset transactions, including those on decentralized exchanges. Effective 2027, these regulations aim to enhance tax transparency by mandating disclosure of gross proceeds and taxpayer info.

- **Bitcoin ETFs Surge**: US-listed Bitcoin ETFs saw $35.66 billion in net inflows in 2024, surpassing expectations. BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust led with $37.31 billion. However, recent outflows suggest a cooling trend.

- **Crypto Hacks Rise**: 2024 witnessed a 40% surge in crypto hacks, totaling $2.3 billion in losses, driven by rising crypto valuations.

- **MicroStrategy Eyes More Bitcoin**: MicroStrategy plans a shareholder meeting to expand its equity issuance for further Bitcoin purchases.

Stay tuned for more updates in the dynamic world of cryptocurrency!