Benefits Think Can I pay my employees in bitcoin?

Published Updated 5 Min Read

As bitcoin continues to experience impressive price valuations despite its sporadic and sometimes traumatic volatility, renewed interest in the cryptocurrency is has gotten some intrepid employers to thinking: Can I pay my employees in bitcoin?

For U.S. employers, the answer is a tricky one. Nevertheless, for those seeking to attract top tech talent and other trailblazing employees who see benefits in accepting such payment, navigating the legal and regulatory hurdles may be worthwhile.

Bryan Jacoutot
attorney

Bryan Jacoutot is an attorney with Taylor English. He advises a wide variety of clients, from single-office startups to larger companies with a nationwide presence, in a wide range of employment laws … Read full bio


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