DeFi Tax Cycles

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⎊ DeFi tax cycles represent recurring periods of heightened tax-loss harvesting activity within decentralized finance, directly impacting market liquidity and asset valuations. These cycles emerge from the interaction of unrealized losses on crypto assets and the incentive for investors to offset capital gains through tax-efficient strategies. The timing of these cycles is often correlated with calendar year-end or specific tax filing deadlines, creating predictable, albeit volatile, price dynamics. Understanding these patterns allows for informed trading and risk management, particularly in derivatives markets where price discrepancies can be exploited.