Tax & HMRC
UK Crypto Capital Gains Tax: Your Complete HMRC Guide for 2025-26
HMRC taxes most crypto gains as Capital Gains Tax. Here's everything UK investors need to know about the £3,000 annual exempt amount, CGT rates, the 30-day rule, and what counts as a disposal.
Crypto Income Tax in the UK: Staking, Mining and Airdrops Explained
Staking rewards, mining income and airdrops are all taxable in the UK — but the rules are different for each. HMRC's guidance is specific, and the difference between 'miscellaneous income' and 'trade' can be worth thousands.
DeFi Tax in the UK: What HMRC Says About Yield Farming and Liquidity Pools
HMRC has published detailed guidance on DeFi lending, liquidity pools, and yield farming. The rules are complex but specific — and the income vs capital distinction will determine your tax bill.
How to File Your Crypto Self Assessment with HMRC
From 2024-25, HMRC has a dedicated cryptoasset section in the self-assessment return. Here's a step-by-step guide to declaring your crypto gains and income correctly — and what happens if you haven't.
Crypto Tax Losses in the UK: Allowable Expenses, Loss Harvesting and Fraud Claims
UK crypto investors can reduce their CGT bill through allowable expenses, loss harvesting, and carrying losses forward — but HMRC has strict rules. Here's what counts and what doesn't, including the fraud trap.
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HMRC to Require UK Crypto Firms to Report Every Customer Transaction From January
HMRC has confirmed UK exchanges and custodians must report every customer transaction from January 2027 under the OECD Cryptoasset Reporting Framework, with sterling-denominated annual returns.
Solana's Alpenglow Era Begins: What UK Investors Need to Know
Solana's biggest-ever consensus overhaul went live for testing in May 2026, the same month Western Union launched a stablecoin on the network. Here's what it means for UK holders of SOL.