Yes, in most countries, you should include cryptocurrencies earned through Coinbase Earn in your tax return. Here's a simple explanation:
Why?
Coinbase Earn rewards you with small amounts of crypto for learning about different projects. Even though it feels like a free reward, tax authorities (like the IRS in the U.S., HMRC in the U.K., and others globally) generally consider it taxable income.
What You Need to Report:
The fair market value (in your local currency) of the crypto at the time you received it.
This is treated as ordinary income.
Later, if you sell or trade that crypto, you'll also need to report any capital gains or losses from that transaction.
