Bitcoin Basics - Altcoins & Tax

Bitcoin Basics - Altcoins & Tax

This is a Melbourne based, live event. Limited seating, booking required.
Hosted by Craig A
Guest Speaker: Sam Accetta from Haines Muir Hill, Member of the Institute, Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand

What You’ll Learn:

* The Bitcoin Basics related to;
* What is Bitcoin
* Bitcoin comparison to Altcoins.
* Bitcoin and Altcoin historical performance.
* What makes Bitcoin special?
* Basis of Taxation
* Ordinary Income
* Capital Gains
* Capital Gains Tax Example
* Personal Use Assets
* Stablecoins
* Leaving Australia - Tax Xonsequences AML/CTF Rules.
* Questions and answers.

At the upcoming live Bitcoin event, attendees will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of Bitcoin, with a focus on how it compares to altcoins and the key taxation considerations involved. The session will explore the historical performance of Bitcoin and altcoins, as well as the unique characteristics that set Bitcoin apart. It will also provide an overview of how Bitcoin is taxed, including ordinary income and capital gains, supported by practical capital gains tax examples. In addition, attendees will learn about special considerations such as personal use assets, stablecoins, the potential tax consequences of leaving Australia, and important AML/CTF rules.

A dedicated Q&A segment will allow participants to ask questions and engage directly with knowledgeable speakers.

This is a free community event designed to promote education around Bitcoin and support the growth of the local Bitcoin community. With limited seats available, early booking is highly recommended to secure your spot. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of Bitcoin in a practical, hands-on setting.

Please send us a message if there is someting in particular you would like to hear about and we will aim to include it within the presentation on the night.

IMPORTANT please arrive by 5:45pm to ensure we can let you in at ground level and to access the lifts. Thereafter, we may not have someone available to let you in the building.

Location: Melbourne Connect - Level 7 Manhari Room 7212.
Address: 700 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053

How to get there? Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station, there are multiple bus options or paid parking is available at Ace Parking, Cardigan House.

Detailed Directions: Directions Link

The event will be catered. There'll be some finger food/snacks and drinks available. Please register early so we can allow for everyone.
If there is something in particular you would like to learn about, send us a message and we will do our best to include it in the presentation.
*Final details are subject to change.