Bitcoin Profit Exposes Traders to Exchange Rate Volatility
An Indian trader who made $50,000 on Bitcoin held in USDT is exposed to USD/INR exchange rate fluctuations until conversion. This means their INR value can change before they pay taxes.
The resulting FX difference could provide an additional cash buffer or shortfall when the tax payment becomes due.
For example, if a trader has a $50,000 BTC profit in USDT, their rupee (INR) value remains vulnerable to USD/INR rates until conversion. This creates uncertainty about the actual amount of INR they will receive and pay taxes on.