W talks: cryptocurrency

Author: Withers

Welcome to Withers' cryptocurrency podcast. Whether you are new to cryptocurrencies or a seasoned investor, if you are involved from a commercial or enterprise standpoint, and no matter where in the world you are based, this cryptocurrency podcast has something for you. In this series, members of Withers' global blockchain, cryptocurrency and decentralized finance team discuss key topics and questions right now related to cryptocurrency for both individual investors and enterprises. Cryptocurrency has taken the world by storm. The Covid-19 pandemic has led to an accelerated digital transformation and thus rising institutional and investor interest in digital currencies. The rapidly expanding market and related regulatory changes across the globe mean new and emerging considerations for individuals and businesses with interests in cryptocurrencies. Listen as Withers cryptocurrency lawyers in the US, Europe and Asia share insights to help listeners navigate their cryptocurrency-related questions during this exciting and evolving time.
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Ep12. Cryptocurrency and charitable giving
Episode 12
Wednesday, 16 June, 2021

More and more individuals and families have significant cryptocurrency investments and are looking to donate them as part of their charitable giving. Episode 12 of our Withers talks: cryptocurrency podcast, ‘Cryptocurrency and charitable giving,’ focuses on the interplay between cryptocurrencies and philanthropy. Podcast host, Charles Kolstad, is joined by Paul Roy, of counsel in Withers’ New Haven, Greenwich and New York offices, who focuses on US domestic and international tax and philanthropy, to discuss considerations for investors looking to donate cryptocurrencies to charitable causes. You may have wondered, is it even possible to make gifts of cryptocurrencies? In this episode, our speakers affirm this question at the outset and explore related top of mind questions. What are some of the considerations for individuals and families looking to incorporate charitable giving of cryptocurrencies into their estate plan? With anonymity being one of the tenets of cryptocurrencies, do charitable organizations need to disclose the donor’s information to the IRS? If you’ve have held crypto for a long time, are there certain charities in particular you should focus on for donations? Listen now to hear their answers and more. We hope you enjoy this episode.