Renowned Bitcoin investor Roger Ver, known as 'Bitcoin Jesus,' is reportedly close to a preliminary agreement with the U.S. Justice Department in a criminal tax fraud case. Ver was indicted last year for failing to pay $48 million in taxes on his cryptocurrency holdings. The deal, if finalized, could lead to dropped charges upon compliance, including tax repayment.
Roger Ver, a prominent figure in the Bitcoin community often called 'Bitcoin Jesus' for his early advocacy, faces charges from an indictment last year. The U.S. Justice Department accuses him of not paying $48 million in taxes related to his cryptocurrency investments.
According to reports, Ver is on the brink of reaching a preliminary agreement with prosecutors. This non-public deal has not yet been officially filed in court. Under its terms, the charges could be dismissed if Ver adheres to conditions, primarily repaying approximately $48 million to the government.
The case highlights ongoing scrutiny of cryptocurrency tax compliance among high-profile investors. Ver's legal troubles stem from alleged failures to report gains from his crypto holdings accurately. No further details on the agreement's specifics or timeline have been disclosed publicly.
This development comes amid a busy week in crypto news, but Ver's situation underscores the regulatory pressures facing early Bitcoin adopters.