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Israeli Tax Agency Charges ‘Western Wall’ NFT Creator for Over $2M in Tax Evasion

By Simon LawsonMarch 5, 20233 Mins Read
Israeli Tax Agency Charges ‘Western Wall’ NFT Creator for Over $2M in Tax Evasion
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The Israeli tax agency has accused two NFT creators of tax evasion for their website holyrocknft.com, which sells NFTs based on 3D scans of the Western Wall. The site’s owners, Avraham Cohen and Antony Polak, have reportedly sold 1,700 works since 2021 and received payments of 620 ether, which at the time was equivalent to about 8 million new shekels (approximately 2.18 million). USD) transactions.

According to the tax authorities, the income was actually business income, but the two did not declare it. Some of the funds received by the suspects were even transferred between digital wallets, suspected of illegally hiding property. The judge presiding over the case has released the suspects under restrictive conditions, including handing over the digital wallets in which they stored the ether.

The NFT craze has taken the art world by storm, with millions of dollars being spent on digital art that exists only as unique digital tokens. However, this relatively untested new market has raised questions about taxation and regulation, as well as concerns about money laundering and other illegal activities.

In recent months, governments around the world have been grappling with how to classify and regulate NFTs, which are not backed by any physical assets or traditional forms of ownership. Some countries already tax NFT transactions, while others are still working on the issue.

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Israel has yet to implement any specific regulations or tax laws related to NFTs, but this case may set a precedent for future cases. It remains to be seen whether other countries will follow suit and crack down on NFT tax evasion.

The Western Wall, also known as the Wailing Wall, is a holy site in Jerusalem and one of the holiest places in Judaism. The walls, the only remaining part of the Second Temple, were destroyed by the Romans in AD 70. For centuries, the Stone on the Wall has been a symbol of Jewish identity and resilience, and has inspired countless works of art and literature.

The use of the Western Wall in NFT art has sparked controversy among some Jewish groups, who feel it is inappropriate and disrespectful to commercialize the Holy Land. Others, however, saw it as a way to bring renewed attention and appreciation to this revered symbol of Jewish culture.

The case against Cohen and Pollack is just one example of the legal and ethical challenges posed by the rise of NFTs. As this market continues to grow and expand, it is likely that more cases will emerge, and governments and regulators will need to find ways to ensure that NFTs are used in a responsible and transparent manner.

At the same time, NFT creators and buyers should understand the potential tax implications of their transactions and consult legal and financial experts as needed. As with any new technology or market, risks and uncertainties must be carefully considered before entering.

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