Italy has raised the capital gains tax on cryptocurrencies from 26% to 42%, effective January 1, 2025.The Italian government expects to generate €68 million (around $73M) from the increased tax to boost revenue.The tax hike is part of the country's 2025 Budget Law and aims to regulate the growing crypto sector and tap into new revenue sources.The new tax will impact investors engaging in crypto trading, raising concerns about the future of crypto investments in Italy.