Webull Australia's CEO on how the typical Australian portfolio has changed, and the habits of investors who stay on top of shares, ETFs and crypto across markets.
How dividend reinvestment plans and dividend substitution share plans are generally taxed in Australia, and how to set either one up in Summ.
What happens when you bring your share portfolio into Summ: the broker import, parcels and cost base, dividends and franking, corporate actions, AMMA statements and the ATO report.
Stake Super members can hold crypto in their SMSF, with tax reporting powered by Summ. Here is what the partnership means for you.
The proposed CGT changes have dominated crypto media for months. For first-time investors, the practical impact is smaller than the headlines suggest. Here is what actually applies if you are buying your first crypto in 2026.
How CoinSpot crypto is taxed in Australia for 2026. Every sale, swap, Earn reward and bundle explained, plus how to import your history into Summ for an ATO-ready report.
How ETFs are taxed in Australia, including distributions, capital gains, and the annual tax statement and cost base adjustments that catch investors out.
How DeFi is taxed in Australia, including lending, liquidity pools, wrapping and yield rewards, and why many DeFi actions are disposals.
How Independent Reserve crypto is taxed in Australia for 2026. Every sale, swap and reward explained, plus how to import your history into Summ for an ATO-ready report.
How the ATO taxes NFTs in Australia for FY2026. CGT events, investor vs creator rules, the 50% discount, minting, GST, stablecoin traps, record keeping, and CARF changes from 2027.
What each line of your AMMA statement means, where it goes in your tax return, and the cost base adjustment that changes the tax on every future sale.
Splits, mergers, demergers and DRPs change your shares without a trade. Here's what each one generally means for your tax in Australia, and how Summ handles them.
Same company, new code. What a ticker change generally means for your cost base and CGT in Australia, and how Summ carries your holding across automatically.
TD 2026/D2, the ATO's draft determination published 19 August 2026, treats wrapping and unwrapping crypto like ETH into WETH as separate CGT events.
TR 2026/D1, the ATO's draft ruling published 19 August 2026, explains when airdropped crypto is taxed as income, when it isn't, and how your cost base is set.
The ATO's draft rulings TR 2026/D1 and TD 2026/D2, published 19 August 2026, cover how airdrops and wrapping ETH into WETH are taxed for Australian investors.
Cointree has run since 2013, so many users have years of parcels to account for. How the new SSO connection to Summ handles a long history, and the 30% first-year discount.
In Australia you do not pay CGT on crypto you are still holding, but staking and airdrops can be taxable even before you sell. Here is the difference.
In Australia you do not pay capital gains tax on shares you have not sold, but dividends are still taxable. Here is the difference explained.
Crypto investors have never had more information, but more information has not made decisions easier. What useful research looks like, and how to test your own thinking.
How Stake shares are taxed in Australia for 2026. US shares, the W-8BEN, withholding tax, currency conversion and ASX franking explained, plus how to import into Summ.
The ATO runs a crypto data-matching program using exchange data. Here is what it collects, how it is used, and why accurate reporting matters.
How OKX crypto is taxed for Australian investors in 2026. Spot, Earn, futures and the Web3 wallet explained, why offshore is not untaxed, and how to import into Summ.
How CoinJar crypto is taxed in Australia for 2026. Every disposal is a CGT event, plus Card, Bundles and CoinJar Exchange gotchas, and how to file an ATO-ready report with Summ.
Connect Swyftx to Summ in one click with SSO — no API keys, no CSVs. Your data and 30% first-year discount are applied automatically.
Buying crypto with AUD is not a taxable event in Australia. Learn what sets your cost base and which disposals, including crypto-to-crypto, do trigger tax.
How SelfWealth shares are taxed in Australia for 2026. CGT, franking credits, US shares and the W-8BEN explained, plus how to import your history into Summ.
How US and international shares are taxed for Australian investors, including foreign dividends, US withholding tax, the W-8BEN and foreign income tax offsets.
How Binance crypto is taxed for Australian investors in 2026. Spot, Earn, futures and margin explained, plus how to import your history into Summ for an ATO-ready report.
The proposed CGT changes include a 30% minimum tax rate on net capital gains. Coverage has lumped it in with the discount removal. It deserves its own treatment because it is structurally novel.
Excess franking credits can be refunded to Australian investors on lower tax rates. Here is how franking credit refunds work and who benefits most.
How Coinbase crypto is taxed for Australian investors in 2026. Simple trades, Advanced Trade, Earn and Coinbase Wallet explained, plus how to import into Summ.
The ATO's crypto data-matching program covers up to 1.2 million Australians a year. New 2026 licensing rules just made exchange reporting structural. Here's what's changed.
How Pearler shares and ETFs are taxed in Australia for 2026. CGT, franking credits, DRPs and ETF distributions explained, plus how to import into Summ.
How Swyftx crypto is taxed in Australia for 2026. Every sale, swap and Earn reward explained, plus one-click SSO import into Summ for an ATO-ready report.
A plain-English guide to how shares are taxed in Australia, covering capital gains, the 50% CGT discount, dividends and franking credits.
The ATO runs a crypto data-matching program that pulls records from Australian exchanges. Here is what it sees, what it can't, and what to do about it.
How Cointree crypto is taxed in Australia for 2026. Sales, swaps, recurring buys and rewards explained, plus how to import your history into Summ.
How dividends and franking credits are taxed in Australia, including grossing up, a worked example, and how reinvested dividends are treated.
When do you pay CGT on shares in Australia? A clear guide to disposals, the 50% CGT discount, capital losses and reinvested dividends.
Moving USDC between your own wallets usually isn't taxable, but swaps, spending and missing records can be. Here is when USDC transfers trigger tax.
We're excited to announce a partnership with XPlace, Solana's first true crypto credit card.
Summ now supports shares and ETFs alongside crypto for Australian investors. Track your whole portfolio in one place and file ATO-ready reports across both.
The ATO is emailing Australians about crypto bought or sold after 1 July 2025. What the email means, how to check it's real, and the exact steps to respond.
How Australian shares are taxed: capital gains when you sell, income on dividends. Work out what you owe, and handle DRP parcels and franking credits.
The 2026-27 Budget proposes replacing the 50% CGT discount with inflation indexation from 1 July 2027. What's proposed, who's affected, what to do now.
Shares and crypto are both CGT assets and land in the same net calculation. How to do both in one place and lodge one ATO-ready report.
Every crypto disposal is a CGT event in Australia. What counts as a disposal, how gains and losses are calculated, and how the 50% CGT discount works for FY 2025-26.
How KuCoin crypto is taxed for Australian investors in 2026. Spot, Earn, futures and margin explained, why offshore is not untaxed, and how to import into Summ.
The OECD's Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework is on its way to Australia. What CARF is, when it's expected to start, and what it means for your crypto tax records.
The ATO has published positions on staking rewards, wrapped tokens and DeFi. What the current rules say for FY 2025-26 and what they mean for your tax return.
Spending crypto, wrapping tokens and using DeFi all have tax consequences in Australia. How the ATO treats each, and when the personal use asset exemption actually applies.
Small, regular crypto buys you simply hold usually mean fewer CGT events and a far simpler Australian tax return. Here's what you still need to track, and why.
Airdrops, staking rewards, gifts and getting paid in crypto are all taxed differently in Australia. Here's what the ATO expects — and the records to keep.
Self-managed super funds operate under a different CGT discount rate and different rules. The proposed changes affect SMSF crypto holdings in ways the headline coverage does not capture.
Looking for CoinTracking alternatives? Compare the best crypto tax software in Australia including Summ, Syla and more. Features ATO compliance & DeFi support.
Looking for Koinly alternatives? Compare the best crypto tax software in Australia including Summ that features ATO compliance & extensive integrations.
Hold crypto over 12 months and individuals can halve the taxable gain. How the ATO 50% CGT discount works, investor vs trader, and 30 June timing.
Swapping one crypto for another is a CGT event under ATO rules, even without cashing out. Here is how to work out the gain and keep records.
The ATO's tax treatment of NFTs and stablecoins in Australia. Covers CGT on NFT sales and trades, stablecoin disposals, and the misconception that stablecoins are tax-free to swap.
Active crypto traders operate under a different tax reality than long-term investors. The proposed CGT changes affect them less than the headlines suggest, but the structural questions are more complex.
The ATO has not issued crypto derivative-specific guidance. Here's how to apply the general framework to margin, perpetuals, and futures for FY26 in Australia.
We’ve got Aussie crypto users covered with all the resources they need for tax time. Check out our blog post for more info.
How capital gains tax applies to cryptocurrency in Australia. Covers CGT events, cost base, capital losses, the 50% discount and how to report crypto gains to the ATO.
What records Australian crypto investors must keep, how the ATO's data matching program works, and what changes when CARF takes effect in January 2027.
EOFY is weeks away. Here are four things Australian crypto investors should do now — sync wallets, review transactions, harvest losses, and check the CGT discount.
Australian crypto investors can now access property without triggering a CGT event. Here's how crypto-backed home loans work, who they suit, and what to watch out for.
A complete EOFY checklist for Australian crypto investors: transaction data, 12-month discount, tax loss harvesting, cost bases, staking income and when to generate your report.
Five things Australian crypto investors should do before June 30, 2026. Covers data gathering, the 50% CGT discount, tax loss harvesting, and generating your tax report.
A step-by-step guide for Australian crypto investors on getting ready for EOFY 2026. Covers data gathering, taxable events, cost bases, and using Summ.
Most crypto neobanks are custodied fintech in disguise. Here's what a real Bitcoin onchain neobank looks like, and why the difference matters to your tax position.
Summ adds support for Kalshi, MegaETH, CoinRabbit, and WhiteBIT. Import your trades via API or CSV and automatically calculate your crypto tax gains and losses across the platforms.
The Buy, Borrow, Die approach has long been used in traditional finance to preserve wealth, optimize taxes, and maintain exposure to appreciating assets.
Summ now supports Polymarket and Monad. Import your betting and transaction data via wallet address or CSV for complete tax reporting.
We’re proud to announce our new partnership with CoinRabbit, a crypto asset management platform with loan, earn, trade and save services.
Lock Periods lets you freeze past tax years while safely optimizing current ones. Lock historical data, experiment with accounting methods, and improve tax outcomes without risking previously filed reports.
Summ now supports Aster DEX and the Sei network, letting you import perp, spot, and on-chain transactions via API, wallet address, or CSV to simplify crypto tax reporting and reduce manual tracking.
Our new spam center gives you control over any crypto spam currencies that slip through automated detection. Mark entire currencies as spam in one click, manage all spam controls centrally, and maintain clean transaction data for precise reports.
Crypto Tax Calculator has rebranding to Summ.
Wondering about the tax implications of bridging your crypto assets? We explain two possible tax treatments for US taxpayers.
Everything you need to know about crypto gambling and its possible tax implications.
We're proud to announce our exciting partnership with Bybit, delivering a crypto tax solution tailored to Bybit’s global community of users.
The ATO's crypto data-matching program collects exchange data on up to 1.2 million Australians a year. Here's how it tracks crypto and what to do if you're behind.
Bitcon is not tax free in Australia
The Australian Government released its response to the Board of Taxation’s review into how cryptocurrency is taxed. Here’s what that means for Australians.
We’re thrilled to announce that from today, Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator) is available from directly within the MetaMask Portfolio.
Wondering what crypto margin trading is, or how it might affect your tax obligations? Our blog deciphers it all for you.
A complete step-by-step guide to filing your crypto taxes with the ATO through myTax using Crypto Tax Calculator's ATO myTax report.
As the Australian tax season approaches, make sure you’re prepared by following our 4 crypto tax tips.
What does the ATO's latest update mean for you?
MetaMask Partners with Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator) - The easiest way to file your MetaMask taxes.
There's a common belief that when you're dealing with cryptocurrencies, you're navigating through a shadowy realm where…
Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator) is thrilled to announce a global partnership with Coinbase, one of the world’s cryptocurrency exchange giants.
Wondering about the tax implications of receiving a crypto airdrop? We explain how airdrops are treated as income when received, and then capital gains once sold.
With the ATO approaching the 2021 tax return season with a renewed focus on cryptocurrency users, it’s more important…
How to use your crypto losses to offset your gains with tax loss harvesting
At Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator), we are constantly working on improving our product so you can have the best experience at tax time. Check out our blog for the latest product updates.
Everything you need to know about read-only APIs.
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The crypto lending space is one of the most consistently profitable areas in the space at the moment. Unfortunately, because it is so new people have been struggling to keep up with the tax implications of individual trades and platforms. Here is a short g
Wondering about the tax implications of buying crypto? We’ve got the answers for you in our blog.
Introduction With so much talk about decentralization being interlinked with the concept of crypto, many users are under…
Stay up to date with the latest crypto tax regulations, alongside detailed product tutorials and advice from industry-leading tax professionals.
Learn everything you need to know about different ways of earning crypto income, and the tax implications of doing so in our blog.
Everything you need to know about fractionalized NFTs and their possible tax implications.
Everything you need to know about staking with NFTs and its possible tax implications.
Wondering whether the Ethereum Merge will impact your tax obligations? We give you all the possibilities in our blog.
Stay up to date with the latest crypto tax regulations, alongside detailed product tutorials and advice from industry-leading tax professionals.
Are you someone who has unfortunately had crypto stolen or hacked, or maybe you just lost access to it? Learn the tax implications in our blog article.
Stay up to date with the latest crypto tax regulations, alongside detailed product tutorials and advice from industry-leading tax professionals.
Confused about what an NFT is, or how to deal with your NFT transactions when tax time is looming? Read our latest guide for more information.
What is Ethereum 2.0 Ethereum is one of the most popular and successful blockchains, with programming capabilities that…
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Is Crypto Staking Taxed in Australia? Navigating the world of cryptocurrency can sometimes feel like deciphering a new…
At Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator), we are constantly working on improving our product so you can have the best experience at tax time. Check out our blog for the latest product updates.
We did an AMA to help users understand tax consequences for cryptocurrency transactions.
Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator)'s latest software update introduces a suite of improvements to help you calculate your crypto taxes. Introducing advanced support for on-chain and DeFi transacitons, 100 new exchanges and a redesigned UI.
Everything you need to know about crypto ETFs and their possible tax implications.
Even though they appear not to be financial instruments crypto gaming tokens are currently included in government crypto tax regulations. Until the government implements more comprehensive crypto tax laws the existing framework will have to be applied to c
Stay up to date with the latest crypto tax regulations, alongside detailed product tutorials and advice from industry-leading tax professionals.
Everything you need to know about impermanent losses and their possible tax implications.
Wondering about the tax implications of transferring your crypto assets? We’ve got the answers for you in our blog.
Everything you need to know about utility tokens and their possible tax implications. Learn more now.
Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator) is proud to announce their seed funding round, led by AirTree Ventures
The crypto world was rocked today, in a few hours a tweet launched one of the fastest growing cryptos only for it to come crashing down. Over $15 million was stolen in under a day. Here is everything you need to know about the rise and fall of Eminence Fin
Furucombo helps traders new to the DeFi space get the opportunities available without having to understand the complex protocols. This guide to Furucombo helps beginners through the process and provides details as to what you can do with the platform. It a
TokenSets are an interesting new concept and can provide many great trading and investing opportunities. This guide to TokenSets will provide an introduction into how you can use the different sets to your advantage and what pitfalls you should look out fo
Wondering about the tax implications of a hard fork? We’ve got the answers for you in our blog.
Monero is known for its privacy and anonymity, this can make it seem perfect to hide illegal activities and even evade tax. However, this can be a huge risk and this tax guide will go into why using Monero isn't a good idea and how you should be reporting
Everything you need to know about the ATO’s latest update to airdrop tax guidance. Learn more now.
At Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator), we are constantly working on improving our product so you can have the best experience at tax time. Check out our blog for the latest product updates.
At Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator), we are constantly working on improving our product so you can have the best experience at tax time. Check out our blog for the latest product updates.
At Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator), we are constantly working on improving our product so you can have the best experience at tax time. Check out our blog for the latest product updates.
At Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator), we are constantly working on improving our product so you can have the best experience at tax time. Check out our blog for the latest product updates.
Read this article to understand the different strategies you can apply in a crypto bear market.
Wondering about the most common mistakes people make when trying to do their crypto tax? We’ve got the answers for you in our blog, so you can avoid ending up in the same sticky situations.
Wondering whether you should pack up and move house to a country with crypto-friendly tax laws? We explore your options in our blog.
Everything you need to know about unrealized crypto gains and their possible tax implications.
Wondering what’s been in the works since the last Australian tax season in regards to crypto tax? Check out our blog to learn more.
Everyone has heard of YFI recently but few are familiar with the tax implications of holding YFI. The DeFi space is so new there are different tax scenarios depending on how and when you acquired your YFI. Here is a brief YFI tax guide to help you with the
Everything you need to know about the relationship between crypto and SMSFs in Australia. Learn more now.
At Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator), we are constantly working on improving our product so you can have the best experience at tax time. Check out our blog for the latest product updates.
Wondering about the tax implications of trading ERC 1155s? We’ve got the answers for you in our blog.
Wondering how to correctly submit your crypto taxes on MyTax for the ATO? We show you exactly how in our blog.
Stay up to date with the latest crypto tax regulations, alongside detailed product tutorials and advice from industry-leading tax professionals.
Wrapped tokens becoming increasingly popular as cross-chain activity grows. We walk you through the possible tax implications of wrapping tokens in this article.
Wondering what play to earn games are, and their potential tax implications? Read this article to find out more.
Why your share count or dividends in Summ don't match your broker, how to spot missing purchase history, and how to fix it.
We compare the best portfolio trackers in Australia for 2026. Summ, Sharesight and Navexa reviewed on tracking, ATO tax reporting, crypto support and pricing.
Key dates, tips and FAQs for the FY25-26 Australian crypto tax season, so you can lodge an ATO-ready return before the 31 October deadline.
A step-by-step guide to turning your Coinbase Australia history into an ATO-ready crypto tax report with Summ. Connect, review and lodge before 31 October.
Coinbase Australia is AUSTRAC-registered and AFSL-licensed, and shares user data with the ATO. Here's how to handle your Coinbase tax in Australia for FY26.
What are NFTs? Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) are unique digital assets representing ownership or proof of authenticity of a…
Everything Australian crypto investors need to know about CGT, income tax, DeFi, staking, NFTs and CARF. Updated for FY2026 with the latest ATO guidance.
A guide to liquidity pools, LP tokens and how to report them on your taxes.
What is DeFi? Decentralised Finance, or DeFi, is a transformative sector within the blockchain space, aiming to recreate…
Learn how to calculate crypto capital gains tax in the U.S.A. with this step-by-step guide. Understand FIFO, LIFO, HIFO, and Specific ID methods to reduce your tax bill.
Learn how Bitcoin is taxed in the U.S., the difference between short and long-term capital gains, and how timing your sale can cut your crypto tax bill.
How the ATO taxes Bitcoin in Australia: CGT on disposals, ordinary income on mining and staking, the 50% CGT discount, losses, and the wash-sale rule (TR 2008/1).
Report your crypto taxes to the IRS with this step-by-step guide that includes important tips and ways to reduce your tax bill.
Swapping one crypto for another is a CGT event in Australia. Here's how to work out the AUD gain or loss, including DeFi and stablecoin swaps, and the 50% CGT discount.
Crypto capital losses offset capital gains and carry forward indefinitely, but can't be deducted against salary. Here's how to claim crypto losses under ATO rules.
Capital losses are pooled across CGT assets, so crypto losses can offset share gains in Australia. Here's how it works, plus the ATO wash-sale rule (TR 2008/1).
A list of crypto tax guides for various countries around the world.
At the time of writing gas price is 180 Wei and to do a trade on Uniswap cost around $100 in ETH. This is a significant…
A step-by-step walkthrough of everything you need to know about calculating your MetaMask crypto tax.
Welcome to the 2025 Financial Year, crypto enthusiasts. Nothing says new beginnings quite like a letter from the…
We are proud to announce that we’ve integrated with BGL, a trusted cloud-based SMSF management tool favoured by accountants.
The ATO has been vocal about their intention to crack down on Australian cryptocurrency users who are trying to avoid…
Our senior tax advisor discusses the accounting methods - Last In, First Out, First In First Out and others, which can be applied for cryptocurrency transactions, and the ATO tax guidelines for traders and investors.
Summ is one of the simplest tax calculators on the market but the tax process is complicated no matter where you live. This guide breaks down the step by step process for getting your crypto taxes calculated as quickly as possible.
A guide to the implications of rebase tokens such as OHM and TIME.
Summ is proud to support TaxScouts, a fast and effortless tax preparation tool in the United Kingdom. You can easily prepare a self-assessment tax return, and have it sorted by a certified accountant online. Follow these steps to get your
Discover how token airdrops are taxed with our comprehensive guide. Learn about the tax implications, reporting requirements, and strategies to manage your airdrop gains effectively.
One of the new ideas in the crypto space in using your crypto as collateral to borrow money. Of course it's a little different to traditional loans so here's everything you need to know about borrowing crypto.
Struggling to understand what a smart contract is and how they work? We break it all down for you in this blog.
Struggling to understand crypto mining and its tax implications? We break it all down for you in this blog.
Staking has increased in popularity in the crypto world. We have detailed everything you need to know about staking and its tax consequences in this article.
Binance Australia has recently launched the video series Crypto Tax 101, with an aim to educate Australian Users about their tax obligations downunder.
A comprehensive guide to top cryptocurrency wallets in the market to safely store your assets. From hot digital wallets to hardware wallets, this guide will help users pick the most valuable wallet with features that meet your specific needs.
Wondering what the difference is between a CEX and a DEX, and how that might impact your experience come tax time? Read our latest blog for all the information you need.
Struggling to understand what a blockchain explorer is and how to use one? We break it down for you in this blog.
Australia is preparing to replace its long-standing 50% capital gains tax discount with an inflation-indexed system, a reform that would significantly increase the tax burden on long-term investors including cryptocurrency holders.
