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In the 2024-25 wave, HMRC sent roughly 65,000 nudge letters to crypto investors, more than double the number sent the year before, according to analysis by accountancy firm UHY Hacker Young reported in the Financial Times. If one has landed on your doormat, you are in large company, and...

Cryptocurrency has revolutionised the financial world, offering investors an exciting new avenue for growth and wealth-building. From Bitcoin and Ethereum to NFTs and DeFi, the market is booming. However, as interest in digital assets continues to surge, so does the sophistication and frequency of cryptocurrency scams. September 2024 has...

Transferring and cashing out your cryptocurrency into your bank account can seem daunting, especially if you’re new to the process. However, with the right guidance, it’s straightforward and secure. This guide will walk you through the steps to transfer your crypto assets into cash in your bank account. If...

Yes. Coinbase has shared UK customer data with HMRC, and from January 2026 reporting to HMRC becomes a routine legal obligation for crypto exchanges under the Cryptoasset Reporting Framework (CARF). If you have used Coinbase and assumed HMRC would never know, it is time to update that assumption. Here...

It is one of the most common questions we hear: can you hold crypto in an ISA and shelter the gains from tax? The honest answer is: not directly, and the rules around indirect exposure have moved quickly over the past year. What was allowed in November 2025 changed...

In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency, making the right investment choices can feel like navigating through a labyrinth. With thousands of cryptocurrencies available, each promising unique benefits, how does one determine which crypto to invest in? This question is particularly pertinent for both new and seasoned investors looking to...

Date: 1 July 2024 In an unprecedented move, XRP has surged to £100 per coin, marking a milestone in the cryptocurrency market. This significant rise has captured the attention of investors, analysts, and enthusiasts worldwide. At Crypto Asset Consultants, we delve into the factors contributing to this surge and...

Recovering lost or inaccessible Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies can be a stressful and complicated process. However, with the right guidance and expert assistance, you can regain control of your digital assets. Crypto Asset Consultants, based in the UK, specializes in helping individuals and businesses recover their lost or stranded...

Yes. HMRC can track crypto, and its visibility is improving every year. The idea that crypto sits outside the tax system, invisible to the authorities, is one of the most persistent and costly myths in UK investing. Here is how HMRC actually sees your crypto activity, what changes from...

In a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency industry, Ripple Labs, the creator of the XRP cryptocurrency, recently emerged victorious in a legal battle that had far-reaching implications for the sector. The resolution of this lawsuit not only had implications for Ripple but also provided much-needed clarity on the regulatory...

It is a fair question, and it deserves a straight answer rather than a sales pitch. So here it is: some crypto recovery services are legitimate, and many are not. The industry contains genuine specialists doing careful tracing, evidence and legal-support work, and it contains outright fraudsters preying on...

Losing crypto hurts twice. First there is the loss itself, whether to a hacker, a scam or a misplaced hardware wallet. Then comes the discovery that the tax system does not simply let you write it off. The rules on tax on stolen crypto in the UK are more...