Global crypto data collection begins in 2026 as governments prepare for full information sharing under the OECD’s reporting framework
Crypto investors in 48 countries are entering a new phase of tax oversight as jurisdictions begin collecting detailed crypto transaction data ahead of the global rollout of the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) in 2027.
Although CARF officially comes into force in 2027, participating countries have already mandated that crypto service providers start gathering required data from January 1, 2026. This marks a significant shift toward transparency in the digital asset sector, with implications for exchanges, brokers, and individual investors alike.
CARF is an international standard developed by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) to address tax evasion and improve cross-border reporting of crypto activity. The framework ensures tax authorities can track crypto transactions regardless of where they occur.
Centralized exchanges, select decentralized platforms, crypto ATMs, and digital asset brokers will be required to record wallet addresses, transaction values, and user identification details. According to the OECD, many participating jurisdictions already have the necessary legislation in place or are in the final stages of enforcement.
The first group of 48 jurisdictions will begin data collection in 2026, with information exchange starting in 2027. A second group of 27 countries, including Australia, Canada, Mexico, and Switzerland, will follow a year later.
While CARF is designed for tax compliance, experts note the data could later support anti-money laundering and cross-border enforcement efforts. The framework represents one of the most comprehensive global attempts to bring crypto assets into traditional regulatory systems.
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