16th Annual London Finance and Capital Markets Tax Conference

25 Jan - 26 Jan 2027

Session information

Crypto assets at a crossroads: taxing crypto in a maturing market

Description

As the digital asset industry and users moves into a new phase of growth, tax professionals are confronting increasingly complex issues that extend far beyond the basics of cryptocurrency taxation. This panel will explore advanced topics including DeFi transactions, staking, and other on-chain activities, as well as cross-border structuring, year-end tax accounting profit realization, restrictions on the use of losses and deductibility of expenses. Speakers will examine the employee token incentive schemes and VAT treatment beyond Bitcoin. Drawing on practical experience and cutting-edge developments, the session will focus on the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of digital asset taxation.

Session / Workshop Chair(s)

Stefan Richter YPOG, Hamburg, Germany
Lisa M Zarlenga Steptoe, Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Speakers

Su-Mei Ban GSM Law LLP, Singapore, Singapore
Bridget English Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, London, England