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How Is Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Taxed?

Grayscale Bitcoin Trust is a digital asset that tracks the price of Bitcoin. It is traded on an exchange and can be bought and sold like any other security.

The trust is open-ended, meaning that new shares can be created and sold to investors. The trust is managed by Grayscale Investments, LLC, a subsidiary of Digital Currency Group, Inc.

NOTE: WARNING: Investing in Grayscale Bitcoin Trust may have tax implications. Before investing, be sure to consult with a tax advisor to determine the potential tax implications of your investment. Additionally, investors should be aware that the value of their investment may change frequently due to the volatility of the cryptocurrency market.

Investors in the trust pay a 2% annual management fee. The trust’s net asset value (NAV) is calculated daily and investors can redeem their shares for cash or Bitcoin.

The trust is taxed as a passive investment vehicle. This means that capital gains are taxed at the investor’s personal tax rate.

The trust does not currently pay any dividends.

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