OECD's Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework to Take Effect in 2026
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 30 2025- Compliance Transformation: Starting in 2026, 48 jurisdictions will implement the OECD's Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework, mandating exchanges to collect detailed user information and report to tax authorities, which is expected to significantly increase compliance costs and alter the operational landscape for digital asset businesses.
- Increased User Audit Risk: With the collection of standardized data, users face heightened audit risks, particularly those who fail to accurately report overseas transactions, which could lead to retrospective scrutiny from tax authorities and impact their financial security.
- Structural Adjustments for Exchanges: Crypto exchanges will need to redesign onboarding processes to meet CARF requirements, which not only increases compliance burdens but may also lead to decreased operational efficiency, especially for platforms operating across multiple jurisdictions.
- Competitive Advantage: Compliant platforms will be able to stand out in an increasingly stringent regulatory environment, attracting users seeking compliant trading options, thereby gaining a competitive edge as crypto moves further into the mainstream financial system.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
