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Jurisdiction SpotlightApr 15, 2026

US Crypto Tax Rules: The Complete 2026 Guide

From capital gains to staking rewards, here's everything US crypto holders need to know about their tax obligations in 2026 — backed by IRS guidance.

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Market & TaxApr 14, 2026

Q1 2026 Crypto Tax Recap: What Happened and What It Means for Your Return

From Alameda creditor payouts to Aave's revenue vote and a volatile Bitcoin quarter, Q1 2026 generated more taxable events than many traders realize.

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Tax StrategyApr 11, 2026

Understanding Holding Periods: Short-Term vs Long-Term Capital Gains in Crypto

How long you hold a crypto asset before selling can dramatically change your tax bill. Here's what short-term vs long-term capital gains means across major jurisdictions.

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Regulatory UpdatesApr 8, 2026

IRS Notice 2014-21 Revisited: What Still Applies in 2026

Twelve years on, the IRS's foundational crypto guidance still shapes how millions of taxpayers report digital assets. Here's what's changed — and what hasn't.

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DeFi Deep DivesApr 6, 2026

How LP Farming Rewards Are Taxed: Meteora, Raydium, and Beyond

From trading fee income to liquidity mining rewards, here's how tax authorities around the world treat LP farming — and what Solana DeFi users need to know.

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Chain GuidesApr 3, 2026

The Complete Guide to Solana Tax Reporting in 2026

From SOL trades to staking rewards, Jupiter swaps to Tensor NFTs — here's how to navigate Solana's complex on-chain activity at tax time.

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Cost Basis 101Mar 31, 2026

FIFO vs LIFO vs HIFO: Choosing the Right Cost Basis Method for Crypto

Your cost basis method can legally swing your tax bill by thousands. Here's how FIFO, LIFO, and HIFO work — and which jurisdictions allow each.

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Cost Basis 101Mar 29, 2026

What Is Cost Basis and Why Every Crypto Trader Needs to Track It

Cost basis is the foundation of every crypto tax calculation. Here's what it means, how it works, and why getting it wrong can be costly.

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