Deep Tide TechFlow News, on December 28, according to financefeeds, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released final regulations requiring brokers to report digital asset transactions, incorporating decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms into the existing tax framework. The rule will take effect in 2027, mandating brokers to disclose transaction details, including total earnings and taxpayer information. Brokers must begin collecting and reporting data starting in 2026. The IRS estimates that between 650 and 875 DeFi brokers will be affected, potentially impacting up to 2.6 million taxpayers. These regulations primarily target "frontend service providers for trading," such as decentralized exchanges (DEX) that facilitate digital asset trading. According to the IRS, classifying these platforms as brokers will help ensure tax compliance.