Crypto news from CoinWorld: Germany's Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil announced at the 2027 federal budget release on April 29 that the government plans to adjust its crypto tax policy starting in 2027, ending the long-standing tax exemption on Bitcoin and other digital assets. This change is expected to generate around €2 billion (about $2.3 billion) in tax revenue. Under the current framework, profits from the sale of private cryptocurrencies are taxed if sold within a year of purchase, while assets held for over 12 months are typically exempt from capital gains tax. This policy has made Germany a relatively friendly jurisdiction for long-term crypto investors in Europe. Klingbeil did not directly mention the one-year tax exemption period, but industry groups like the German Bitcoin Association indicated that if Berlin aims to generate substantial revenue from crypto taxes, holding rules are likely to be targeted. Tax accountant Robin Satcher stated that ending the tax exemption period would "significantly weaken Germany's appeal as a crypto hub."