Tax & Cryptoassets - Key Considerations, Recent Changes & Common Pitfalls

Introduction

Cryptoassets are no longer a niche investment—they are a mainstream financial tool with real tax implications.

As more individuals and businesses engage with cryptocurrencies, tax authorities worldwide are tightening their rules and ramping up enforcement.

This new virtual classroom seminar will provide a clear and practical overview of the key tax considerations, recent changes in legislation, and common pitfalls to avoid.

The session will explore how crypto transactions are taxed, the latest guidance from HMRC and other tax authorities, and what professionals need to know to help clients stay compliant.

By the end of this session, you will have the insights and practical tips to navigate crypto taxation effectively and avoid costly mistakes.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will cover the following:

• What are cryptoassets and how do they differ from traditional assets?
• The basics of Decentralised Finance (‘DeFi’) and how it is reshaping financial services
• How liquidity pools work in DeFi and their role in lending and trading
• What transactions are taxable events
• How do I gather and analyse onchain information?
• Understanding block explorers and transaction information
• Problem solving tax calculators
• What happens when centralised platforms go bust?
• The importance of negligible value claims
• When is a trade, when is it investment?
• How staking rewards are taxed
• Pitfalls and how to advise clients to avoid dry taxation charges

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.