New Accounting Standard Recognizes Bitcoin Gains: A Game-Changer for Bitcoin Treasuries

A significant shift in crypto accounting is now in effect, and it’s set to reshape how companies manage and report their Bitcoin (BTC) holdings. The Accounting Standards Update 2023-08 (ASU 2023-08), issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), introduces fair value accounting rules for Bitcoin and other eligible crypto assets. This landmark change allows companies to recognize both price gains and losses, addressing a long-standing issue in corporate crypto accounting.