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Practical guides on crypto tax, portfolio management, DeFi, and trading strategies — written for UK investors.
Getting Paid in Crypto UK: Salary and Freelance Tax Explained
How HMRC taxes salary, freelance income, and payments received in cryptocurrency in the UK — Income Tax, National Insurance, and the second CGT event on disposal.
1 June 2026
Base Network Tax UK: Reporting Coinbase L2 Activity to HMRC
How UK Capital Gains Tax applies to activity on Base, Coinbase's Layer 2 — bridging, swaps, low gas fees, and the records HMRC expects for 2025/26.
1 June 2026
Crypto Gambling Tax UK: Are Casino and Betting Winnings Taxable?
Whether crypto gambling winnings are taxable in the UK, why the crypto itself still triggers Capital Gains Tax, and how HMRC views betting with cryptoassets in 2025/26.
1 June 2026
Chainlink (LINK) Tax UK: Staking Rewards and Capital Gains Explained
A UK tax guide for Chainlink holders — how CGT applies to LINK disposals and how HMRC treats LINK staking rewards as income for 2025/26.
1 June 2026
Dogecoin (DOGE) Tax UK: How HMRC Treats Your Meme Coin Gains
How Capital Gains Tax applies to Dogecoin in the UK — disposals, the Section 104 pool, tips and airdrops as income, and the records HMRC expects for 2025/26.
1 June 2026
How to File Crypto Tax on SA108: Step-by-Step for 2025/26
The exact boxes to fill in on the SA108 capital gains pages for crypto disposals, with HMRC's required attached computation, the £3,000 allowance, and what to do if you're over the disposal-proceeds reporting threshold.
26 May 2026
Crypto Airdrop Tax UK: When Income, When Capital, Worked Examples
HMRC's airdrop rules are stricter than most people realise. Whether an airdrop is income or a free capital asset depends on what you did to receive it. Worked examples for Arbitrum, Jupiter, and EigenLayer.
26 May 2026
Self-Custody vs Exchange Crypto: Does It Change Your UK Tax?
Whether you hold your crypto on Coinbase, Binance, or a hardware wallet, HMRC treats it the same way for tax. Here's what actually changes — and what to watch.
26 May 2026
Solana Memecoin Tax in the UK: Pump.fun, Bonk & Fast Trades (2025/26)
How HMRC treats Solana memecoin trades — pump.fun launches, sub-second flips, rug-pulled bags. The Section 104 pool, same-day rule, and negligible-value claims explained.
26 May 2026
Hyperliquid Tax UK: Perp DEX, Funding Rates and HLP Vault (2025/26)
How HMRC taxes Hyperliquid activity for UK users — perp PnL, funding receipts, HLP vault income and HYPE token income. Why this is mostly miscellaneous income, not CGT.
25 May 2026
HMRC Crypto Voluntary Disclosure UK: Declaring Past Gains Without Maximum Penalties
How to use HMRC's voluntary disclosure facility to declare undeclared UK crypto gains. Why disclosure cuts penalties from 100% to 0-30%, what the form requires, and the CARF deadline that changes everything.
25 May 2026
Crypto Trading Bot Tax UK: Grid Bots, DCA Bots and HMRC Records
How HMRC taxes crypto trading bot activity in the UK. Why automated trades create the same CGT events as manual ones, the trader-vs-investor test, and the records bots make almost impossible to keep.
25 May 2026
Avalanche (AVAX) Tax UK: Subnets, Staking and Validator Rewards (2025/26)
How HMRC taxes Avalanche activity in the UK — AVAX disposals, P-Chain delegation, validator rewards and subnet token income. Section 104 pooling and SA108 routing.
25 May 2026
Crypto.com & Coinbase Card UK Tax: Why Every Coffee Is a Disposal
Spending crypto on a card in the UK triggers Capital Gains Tax on every transaction. How HMRC values purchases, the £50 chattels exemption myth, and the records cardholders actually need.
25 May 2026
Yield Farming Tax UK: LP Tokens, Reward Emissions and HMRC's Three-Event Rule
Every yield farm position creates three separate UK taxable events. How to file LP entries, ongoing reward emissions and the exit — without double-counting.
18 May 2026
Crypto Perpetual Futures Tax UK: Why HMRC Treats Binance, Bybit and OKX Perps Differently
UK perp trading is taxed under different rules than spot. Why most perp profit is miscellaneous income, when it becomes CGT, and how HMRC views funding rate flows.
18 May 2026
EigenLayer & Restaking Tax UK: How HMRC Treats LRTs, Points and AVS Rewards
Liquid restaking tokens (eETH, ezETH, rsETH) and EigenLayer AVS rewards are taxable UK events. Where the income line falls, and why points alone are not yet taxable.
18 May 2026
Crypto Lending Tax UK: Aave, Compound and the HMRC Income vs Capital Question
Supplying assets to Aave or Compound is not a disposal — but the interest you earn is taxable income. Plus how aTokens and cTokens are treated for UK Self Assessment.
18 May 2026
Polygon (POL) Tax UK: MATIC Migration, Staking and HMRC Treatment (2026/27)
How HMRC treats the MATIC-to-POL token migration, Polygon staking rewards, and PoS chain activity for UK Self Assessment. Migration is not a disposal — here is why.
18 May 2026
Crypto-to-Crypto Swap Tax UK: Why HMRC Treats Every Trade as a Disposal
Token-to-token swaps trigger Capital Gains Tax in the UK, even with no GBP movement. How HMRC values the trade, the matching rules, and the swaps UK traders most commonly miss.
11 May 2026
Crypto Lost, Stolen or Rugged in the UK: How to Claim the Loss (HMRC TCGA s.24)
How UK crypto holders claim a capital loss on rugged tokens, hacked wallets, exchange collapses, and lost seed phrases. The TCGA s.24 negligible value claim explained, with what HMRC accepts as evidence.
11 May 2026
Stablecoin Tax UK: Why Swapping to USDC or USDT Is a Disposal (2025/26)
HMRC treats every stablecoin swap as a CGT disposal — even though the GBP value barely moves. How USDC, USDT and DAI trigger tax events, plus the price-feed problem most tools get wrong.
11 May 2026
Solana (SOL) Tax UK: Staking, Swaps and Jito/Jupiter Airdrops (2025/26)
How HMRC taxes Solana activity — SOL disposals, native staking rewards, liquid staking via Jito, and airdrops from Jupiter and Pyth. Income vs CGT routing and Section 104 pooling.
11 May 2026
UK Self Assessment Crypto Checklist: 10 Things HMRC Actually Wants
A practical checklist for filing your UK crypto Self Assessment — wallet exports, exchange CSVs, fee tracking, matching method evidence, income-vs-CGT routing, plus the records HMRC keeps copies of.
10 May 2026
UK Crypto Tax Software Comparison 2026: Koinly, Recap, CoinTracker, CryptoLens
Honest UK-specific comparison of the four main crypto tax tools for 2025/26 self-assessment. Section 104, 30-day rule, SA108 export, memecoin support, pricing, exchange CSV support.
10 May 2026
UK Crypto Tax Deadlines 2026/27: Every Date That Actually Matters
Every UK crypto tax deadline for the 2026/27 year — Self Assessment registration, paper return, online return, payment, AEA reset, last-chance tax-loss-harvest dates. Calendar plus penalty matrix.
10 May 2026
Crypto Trader vs Investor: HMRC's Test in Plain English
How HMRC decides whether your crypto activity is a trade (income tax + NI) or investment (capital gains tax). The badges-of-trade test explained for UK crypto holders.
10 May 2026
CARF Crypto Reporting UK 2026: What HMRC Now Sees About Your Trades
The Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) went live in January 2026. UK exchanges and overseas platforms now report your activity to HMRC automatically. Here's what that means for your Self Assessment.
10 May 2026
Bitcoin Spot ETF Tax UK: How HMRC Taxes IBIT, FBTC and HODLN in 2026
UK tax treatment of Bitcoin spot ETFs since the 2024 FCA reauthorisation — capital gains, ISA wrappers, US withholding, and how an ETF differs from holding BTC directly.
4 May 2026
The 30-Day 'Bed and Breakfasting' Rule for Crypto: How HMRC Stops Wash Sales
HMRC's 30-day rule for crypto disposals, with worked examples for memecoins, ETH, and stablecoins. Why selling and re-buying within a month rarely creates the loss you wanted.
4 May 2026
Ledger vs Trezor for UK Crypto Holders: Which Hardware Wallet in 2026?
Ledger Nano X vs Trezor Safe 5 for UK investors — coin support, Recover service controversy, GBP pricing, customs, and which wallet fits which holder profile.
4 May 2026
Uniswap Tax UK: DEX Swaps, LP Tokens and HMRC Capital Gains
How HMRC taxes Uniswap activity in the UK — every swap is a disposal, LP tokens trigger two events, and v3 concentrated liquidity has its own quirks. Complete 2025/26 guide.
4 May 2026
Cardano (ADA) Tax UK: Staking Rewards, Disposals and HMRC Rules
How HMRC taxes Cardano in the UK — ADA disposals, staking rewards from delegated pools, hard-fork tokens like SUNDAE, and the records you need for Self Assessment.
4 May 2026
2025/26 UK Crypto Tax Year Just Ended: Your Action List
The 2025/26 UK tax year ended 5 April 2026. What to do now to be ready for the 31 January 2027 Self Assessment deadline — and avoid last-minute panic.
27 April 2026
Bridging Crypto Across Chains: Is It Taxable in the UK?
Whether bridging tokens between Ethereum, Arbitrum, Base, Solana and other chains triggers a UK tax event. Native bridges, third-party bridges, and the wrapping question.
27 April 2026
Memecoin Trading Tax UK: PEPE, WIF, BONK and the Section 104 Problem
How HMRC taxes memecoin trading in the UK. Section 104 pooling, hundreds of small disposals, and why memecoin traders almost always under-report.
27 April 2026
Crypto Cost Basis Methods UK: Section 104, FIFO and LIFO Compared
Why HMRC requires Section 104 share pooling for UK crypto, and how it differs from FIFO, LIFO and specific identification used in other countries.
27 April 2026
Liquid Staking Tax UK: stETH, rETH and cbETH Explained (2025/26)
How HMRC taxes liquid staking tokens like stETH, rETH and cbETH in the UK. Disposal events on minting, rebasing income, and how to keep records.
27 April 2026
I Got an HMRC Crypto Nudge Letter — What to Do (UK Guide)
What an HMRC crypto nudge letter means, why you received it, and a step-by-step response plan to avoid penalties and declare correctly.
20 April 2026
MetaMask Tax UK — How to Calculate CGT on DeFi Activity (2025/26)
A practical UK tax guide for MetaMask users: swaps, LP fees, airdrops, gas, and how to generate an HMRC-compliant Capital Gains Tax report.
20 April 2026
Binance UK Tax Report for HMRC — Complete 2025/26 Guide
How to export your full Binance transaction history, generate an HMRC-compliant UK tax report, and file your Self Assessment for tax year 2025/26.
20 April 2026
Kraken UK Tax Report 2026/27: Does Kraken Report to HMRC? Complete Guide
Does Kraken report to HMRC? Yes — and here is exactly how to export your Kraken ledger, value staking and Earn rewards, and apply UK Section 104 pooling for the 2026/27 tax year.
20 April 2026
Coinbase Tax Report UK: Export & File With HMRC in Minutes (2026/27)
Does Coinbase report to HMRC? Here's how to export your Coinbase transactions, apply Section 104 pooling, handle staking and Earn rewards, and file a compliant UK tax return — step by step for 2026/27.
20 April 2026
UK Crypto Self Assessment Deadline: 31 January 2027 Complete Guide
The 2025/26 UK tax year ended 5 April 2026. Your crypto Self Assessment is due by 31 January 2027. Full timeline, what to include, penalties for late filing.
20 April 2026
Crypto Inheritance Tax UK: What Happens to Your Crypto When You Die
How Inheritance Tax applies to cryptocurrency in the UK. Valuation rules, the nil-rate band, practical estate planning tips, and how to ensure your crypto can actually be accessed by heirs.
20 April 2026
XRP and Ripple Tax in the UK: Complete 2025/26 Guide
How HMRC taxes XRP in the UK. Capital gains on XRP sales, income from Ripple staking, how to calculate your liability, and reporting deadlines.
20 April 2026
HMRC Crypto Penalties: What Happens If You Don't Report?
The consequences of not reporting cryptocurrency gains to HMRC. Penalties, interest charges, and what to do if you have previously under-reported.
20 April 2026
Can You Put Crypto in an ISA? UK Rules Explained
Crypto and ISAs in the UK — what the rules currently say, why you cannot hold Bitcoin in a Stocks and Shares ISA, and what alternatives exist for tax-efficient crypto investing.
20 April 2026
Bitcoin Capital Gains Tax UK: What You Owe in 2025/26
How Capital Gains Tax applies to Bitcoin in the UK. HMRC rules, rates, allowances, and how to calculate your CGT liability on BTC sales.
20 April 2026
Is Crypto Staking Taxable in the UK? (2025/26 Rules)
How HMRC taxes staking rewards, validator income, and liquid staking tokens like stETH. Clear UK rules with worked examples.
12 April 2025
How Are Crypto Airdrops Taxed in the UK?
HMRC rules on crypto airdrops, including free tokens, hard forks, and promotional drops. When you owe income tax vs capital gains.
11 April 2025
How to Calculate Crypto Tax in the UK (2025/26 Guide)
A step-by-step guide to calculating Capital Gains Tax on cryptocurrency in the UK, including HMRC rules, allowances, and common pitfalls.
10 April 2025
Best Crypto Tax Software for UK Investors (2025 Comparison)
Compare the top crypto tax tools for UK taxpayers including CryptoLens, Koinly, CoinTracker, and others. Features, pricing, and HMRC compliance.
9 April 2025
How to Read Etherscan: A Beginner's Guide
Learn how to use Etherscan to check wallet balances, verify transactions, and investigate smart contracts. Step-by-step for beginners.
8 April 2025
What Is Ethereum Gas? Fees Explained Simply
Understand Ethereum gas fees, how they work, why they spike, and practical tips to pay less on every transaction.
8 April 2025
What Is DeFi? Decentralised Finance Explained for Beginners
A plain-English guide to DeFi: lending, borrowing, liquidity pools, yield farming, and how to get started safely.
7 April 2025
UK Crypto Capital Gains Tax Rates 2025/26: Complete Guide
Current CGT rates for crypto in the UK, annual allowances, and how to calculate exactly what you owe HMRC on your crypto profits.
6 April 2025
Section 104 Share Pooling for Crypto: How HMRC Calculates Cost Basis
How the Section 104 pooling method works for crypto tax in the UK, with worked examples showing how HMRC calculates your cost basis.
5 April 2025
Dollar-Cost Averaging Crypto: Does DCA Actually Work?
Learn what dollar-cost averaging is, see real historical data on DCA vs lump-sum investing in Bitcoin and Ethereum, and decide if DCA is right for you.
5 April 2025
Solana vs Ethereum: Which Blockchain Should You Use in 2025?
An honest comparison of Solana and Ethereum — speed, fees, ecosystem, security, and which is better for different use cases.
4 April 2025
What Are Layer 2 Blockchains? Arbitrum, Optimism, Base Explained
Understand Layer 2 scaling solutions: how rollups work, why they matter, and which L2 to choose for the lowest fees.
3 April 2025
Tax-Loss Harvesting for Crypto in the UK: A Complete Guide
Learn how to legally reduce your crypto tax bill by strategically realising losses, while staying within HMRC rules.
3 April 2025
How to Diversify Your Crypto Portfolio: A UK Investor's Guide
Practical strategies for crypto portfolio diversification including asset allocation, correlation, and risk management for UK investors.
2 April 2025
How to Spot Crypto Scams: Red Flags Every Investor Should Know
Protect yourself from rug pulls, phishing, Ponzi schemes, and fake token scams. Practical red flags and verification steps.
1 April 2025
Is Crypto Mining Taxable in the UK? HMRC Rules Explained
How HMRC taxes crypto mining income, whether as a hobby or business. Allowable deductions, reporting requirements, and practical examples.
30 March 2025
Best Crypto Wallets UK 2026: Hardware, Hot & Cold Compared
The best crypto wallets for UK investors in 2026 — hardware, hot and cold wallets compared on security, supported chains and ease of use, with clear recommendations for every type of holder.
28 March 2025
Best Crypto Portfolio Tracker in 2025
A comparison of the top crypto portfolio trackers in 2025, including features, pricing, and which one suits different types of investors.
28 March 2025
What Is Impermanent Loss? The DeFi Risk Nobody Talks About
A clear explanation of impermanent loss in DeFi liquidity pools, with formulas, examples, and how to minimise it.
26 March 2025
The Biggest Crypto Fumbles: Coins People Sold Too Early
Stories of the most painful early crypto sells in history, plus how to check your own wallet for fumbles you might not know about.
25 March 2025
How to Report Crypto on Your UK Self Assessment Tax Return
Step-by-step guide to reporting cryptocurrency on HMRC Self Assessment, including which boxes to fill in and common mistakes.
24 March 2025
Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) Into Crypto: Does It Actually Work?
Analyse whether DCA beats lump-sum investing for crypto. Historical data, psychological benefits, and how to set up a DCA plan.
22 March 2025
Crypto Income Tax UK: Mining, Staking, Airdrops & Employment
Complete guide to when crypto is taxed as income rather than capital gains in the UK. Rates, thresholds, and reporting requirements.
20 March 2025
How to Track Your DeFi Positions Across Chains
A practical guide to monitoring liquidity pools, staking, lending, and yield farming positions across multiple blockchains.
20 March 2025
What Are Wrapped Tokens? WETH, WBTC, and stETH Explained
Understand wrapped tokens, why they exist, how they work, and the tax implications of wrapping and unwrapping crypto in the UK.
18 March 2025
Crypto Bear Market Strategies: How to Survive and Profit
Practical strategies for navigating a crypto bear market, including DCA, yield farming, tax-loss harvesting, and portfolio positioning.
16 March 2025
How to Track Your NFT Portfolio Value
Learn how to accurately value your NFT collection, track floor prices, and understand the metrics that matter for NFT investors.
15 March 2025
UK Crypto Regulations 2025: What Investors Need to Know
Current UK cryptocurrency regulations, FCA rules, Travel Rule requirements, and upcoming changes that affect crypto investors and businesses.
14 March 2025
How to Track Crypto Across Multiple Blockchains
Practical guide to managing a multi-chain crypto portfolio. Tools, strategies, and how to keep track of tokens across Ethereum, Solana, and L2s.
12 March 2025
How to Track Crypto Profit and Loss (P&L) Accurately
Methods for calculating real crypto P&L including unrealised gains, cost basis tracking, and why exchange P&L numbers can be wrong.
10 March 2025
Crypto Whale Watching: Why Big Wallets Matter
Understand why tracking large crypto wallets (whales) can give you an edge, and how to interpret whale movements without falling for traps.
10 March 2025
Ethereum Staking After The Merge: How It Works and What It Earns
How Ethereum Proof of Stake works, current staking yields, validator requirements, and the easiest ways to stake ETH in 2025.
8 March 2025
Gifting Crypto in the UK: Tax Rules for Giving and Receiving
How HMRC treats crypto gifts, spousal transfers, inheritance, and charitable donations. Tax planning strategies for UK crypto holders.
6 March 2025
HMRC Crypto Reporting: What You Need to Know
Everything UK crypto holders need to know about reporting to HMRC, including deadlines, penalties, and how to stay compliant.
5 March 2025
NFT Tax in the UK: How HMRC Treats Non-Fungible Tokens
Complete UK tax guide for NFTs covering buying, selling, minting, royalties, and gaming NFTs. HMRC rules with practical examples.
4 March 2025
How to Claim Crypto Losses on Your UK Tax Return
Turn your crypto losses into tax savings. How to report, carry forward, and offset losses against gains under HMRC rules.
2 March 2025