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IRS Now Has a Tool to Unmask Bitcoin Tax Cheats

Taxman Cometh

Cryptocurrencies were supposed to be largely anonymous. But a software tool gives the IRS has a better chance of identifying people who hide their wealth.

Joseph Cox
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