Episode 66

#67 - Janna Scott Janna Scott of DeFi Tax on Web3, Blockchain, and AI: Bringing Clarity to Crypto Compliance for Gamers and Builders

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🎙️ In this episode of The Web3 Gamer, I sit down with Janna Scott — Founder and Crypto Tax Expert at DeFi Tax Project — to explore how compliance, innovation, and transparency are redefining financial accountability in the world of Web3 and DeFi.

As the mind behind DeFi Tax, Janna is building a next-generation crypto tax platform designed for both individuals and institutions. The platform provides real-time, audit-ready, and IRS-compliant tax reporting, helping users simplify one of the most complex — and often overlooked — aspects of digital finance. With a background in accounting and years of collaboration with regulatory bodies, Janna is on a mission to bring clarity and trust to crypto taxation.

In this episode, we dig into:

🔹 Janna’s Journey Into Crypto and Compliance

From traditional accounting to Web3 innovation, Janna shares how her experience with regulatory systems led to building a platform that bridges DeFi and real-world financial standards.

🔹 The Biggest Challenges in Crypto Tax Compliance

We break down common pitfalls, misconceptions, and costly mistakes investors make when reporting crypto transactions — and how to avoid them.

🔹 Simplifying the Process: How DeFi Tax Works

Janna explains how DeFi Tax automates reporting, generates audit-ready documentation, and integrates with major wallets and protocols to make compliance effortless.

🔹 Preparing for IRS Audits and Regulation Changes

We discuss what individuals and institutions should know as the IRS tightens guidance around DeFi, staking, and cross-chain activity — and how tools like DeFi Tax keep users protected.

🔹 The Future of DeFi Regulation and Transparency

Janna shares her insights on the evolving relationship between regulators and innovators — and why building trust through transparency is key to mainstream adoption.

As one of the leading voices at the intersection of crypto and compliance, Janna Scott is helping shape the future of responsible DeFi participation — making it easier for users to stay secure, compliant, and confident as the Web3 financial landscape evolves.

📢 Tune in now to hear how DeFi Tax is transforming crypto compliance through automation, accuracy, and a vision for a more transparent decentralized economy.

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Matthew Simone

Matthew Simone is a passionate outdoorsman, crypto enthusiast, and lifelong gamer. His love for the great outdoors is only matched by his enthusiasm for the digital world. An avid hiker, Matthew finds tranquility and inspiration in nature's grandeur, often using these moments of solitude to contemplate the deeper meaning of life.

Matthew's journey into the world of cryptocurrencies began in 2017, during the significant boom of Bitcoin. Since then, he has immersed himself in the crypto space, staying abreast of the latest developments and trends. His understanding of the market dynamics, blockchain technology, and the potential of decentralized finance has grown exponentially over the years.

Gaming has been a constant in Matthew's life. From his early days playing on his N64 to now exploring the expansive universes of modern MMORPGs, his love for gaming has only deepened. He sees parallels between the gaming and crypto worlds, with both offering vast, unexplored frontiers.

Matthew Simone is a unique blend of an adventurer and a digital pioneer. His passion for the outdoors, crypto, and gaming makes him a fascinating individual, always ready to explore new trails, whether they're in the wilderness or the digital world.