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An open letter to the IRD: supporting clarity while enabling growth
Crypto

An open letter to the IRD: supporting clarity while enabling growth

Unclear tax rules could deter crypto participation in New Zealand as Inland Revenue weighs whether DeFi transfers count as disposals.

By Paul Quickenden • 4 min read • Last month
Pay your crypto taxes, just don't pay too much
Crypto

Pay your crypto taxes, just don't pay too much

New Zealand investors can offset crypto losses and claim some fees, as tougher reporting rules make overpaying on tax easier to spot.

By Paul Quickenden • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Major changes to crypto tax from 1 April will make tax avoidance impossible
Risk & Compliance

Major changes to crypto tax from 1 April will make tax avoidance impossible

New Zealand will adopt a global crypto reporting regime from 1 April, ending the 'grey zone' and making offshore tax avoidance far harder.

By Paul Quickenden • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2026
Starting 2026 strong: how investors can navigate the new year with clarity and confidence
Blockchain

Starting 2026 strong: how investors can navigate the new year with clarity and confidence

After crypto's quietly mature 2025, 2026 rewards investors who tune out noise, stick to a plan and favour discipline over prediction.

By Paul Quickenden • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd Jan 2026
Bitcoin 2.0 - 2025 is the year crypto grew up (mostly!)
Crypto

Bitcoin 2.0 - 2025 is the year crypto grew up (mostly!)

In 2025, Bitcoin matured as governments bought it and institutions integrated it, transforming crypto from speculative frenzy to a stable asset class.

By Paul Quickenden • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
Have we finally broken Bitcoin's four-year cycle?
Crypto

Have we finally broken Bitcoin's four-year cycle?

Bitcoin's classic four-year halving cycle may be evolving, with institutional demand smoothing volatility and creating a more mature market phase.

By Paul Quickenden • 7 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
“Not my keys, not my crypto?” Maybe it's time for an upgrade?
Crypto

“Not my keys, not my crypto?” Maybe it's time for an upgrade?

Crypto has evolved from risky cold wallets to regulated platforms offering secure, fast trading-balancing safety with accessibility for confident investors.

By Paul Quickenden • 6 min read • Tue, 21st Oct 2025
AI agents meet stablecoins…when money gets interesting!
Crypto

AI agents meet stablecoins…when money gets interesting!

Galaxy Digital's CEO predicts AI agents will soon be the biggest users of stablecoins, merging smart finance with instant digital payments in everyday life.

By Paul Quickenden • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Crypto: From grey zone to growth zone
Crypto

Crypto: From grey zone to growth zone

Crypto adoption stalls near 20% in Australia amid regulatory fears, but clear rules could boost trust and unlock widespread growth and investment potential.

By Paul Quickenden • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
“Is this the top?” Keeping a calm brain amidst the noise
Crypto

“Is this the top?” Keeping a calm brain amidst the noise

Bitcoin's soaring highs spark questions of timing and risk; a calm, disciplined plan beats chasing peaks in the unpredictable crypto market.

By Paul Quickenden • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Sep 2025
How to invest like you're uber rich (even if you're not!)
Crypto

How to invest like you're uber rich (even if you're not!)

Tokenisation and blockchain tech are breaking barriers, letting everyday investors access alternative assets once reserved for the ultra-wealthy.

By Paul Quickenden • 5 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Could Bitcoin finally be 'mooning'?
Crypto

Could Bitcoin finally be 'mooning'?

Despite months of sideways trading amid macro challenges, Bitcoin has surged to new highs, driven by ETFs, stablecoins, and growing regulatory clarity.

By Paul Quickenden • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2025
Stablecoins, smart contracts and the rise of more intelligent cash
Crypto

Stablecoins, smart contracts and the rise of more intelligent cash

Fintech firms are reshaping finance with programmable money, using stablecoins and smart contracts for faster, borderless, 24/7 value transfer globally.

By Paul Quickenden • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Jun 2025
Bitcoin breaks the rules - but that might just be the point
Crypto

Bitcoin breaks the rules - but that might just be the point

Bitcoin defies traditional market rules, hitting new highs as investors embrace it for risk-adjusted returns and portfolio diversification.

By Paul Quickenden • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2025

Global Stories

Written by Paul Quickenden

Dear Santa - A Christmas wishlist for crypto owners (2025 edition)
Crypto

Dear Santa - A Christmas wishlist for crypto owners (2025 edition)

Crypto fans pen a festive wishlist to Santa, hoping 2026 brings calmer markets, clearer rules and fewer awkward family debates.

By Paul Quickenden • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Dec 2025
From locked-out to let in: Tokenisation's promise for everyday investors
Crypto

From locked-out to let in: Tokenisation's promise for everyday investors

Real estate tokenisation lets everyday investors buy property shares via blockchain, unlocking a $60bn market shift while regulation races to keep pace.

By Paul Quickenden • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Aug 2025
Are stablecoins the new superstars of crypto?
Crypto

Are stablecoins the new superstars of crypto?

Stablecoins, digital currencies pegged to stable assets like the US dollar, are emerging as dependable players reshaping the crypto and global finance landscape.

By Paul Quickenden • 6 min read • Wed, 21st May 2025
Is Bitcoin turning into the 'new boring' of investing?
Crypto

Is Bitcoin turning into the 'new boring' of investing?

Bitcoin's recent steady rise contrasts with falling stock indices, suggesting it may be evolving into a mature, safe-haven asset amid global market turmoil.

By Paul Quickenden • 4 min read • Wed, 7th May 2025