Illinois state government officials and representatives from the cryptocurrency industry have reached an agreement to postpone the implementation of the 0.2% cryptocurrency tax for six months until July 1, 2027, pending approval from a judge. The Digital Chamber and the Illinois Blockchain Association are participating in negotiations to continue legal disputes in court before the implementation of the tax. (Source: CoinDesk)

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Both sides agreed the 0.2% tax should be put off until July 1, if the court approves the deal, which will let the state and industry focus on the legal dispute.

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