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https://cryptoslate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/crypto-miner-taxes-social.jpg1200630The April 17th tax deadline is approaching, and miners are no exception. This article dispels some of the confusion surrounding cryptocurrency mining and taxes. How the IRS treats you, however, depends on whether you mine cryptocurrency as a hobby or a business.