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David Sacks slams 0.01% crypto tax proposal – ‘This is how it starts!'

Risks of Expanding Crypto Taxes Crypto investors and enthusiasts were recently hit with news of a proposed 0.01% tax on all cryptocurrency transactions in the United States. The idea was initially proposed by David Sacks, the former COO of PayPal and founder of Yammer, as a way to fund infrastructure projects. However, Sacks quickly rejected the idea, warning of the potential risks and consequences of expanding crypto taxes. Sacks' Warning In a series of tweets, Sacks highlighted the dangers of imposing such a tax on the crypto market. He argued that it would stifle innovation and push businesses and investors to move their operations to other countries with more favorable tax laws. Sacks also raised concerns about the potential for government overreach and the negative impact on smaller businesses and individuals. Trump's Team Considers Tariffs In light of Sacks' warning, the Trump administration is reportedly considering an alter...