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Business income at progressive rates up to 30%. The foreign-source remittance exemption typically doesn't help because the trading is performed in Malaysia (local-source). USDC is income at MYR value on receipt.
How it's classified
Business / self-employment income (Form B). Active, systematic trading as a contractor is business income, not a tax-free gain.
Tax rate
Resident progressive 0–30% (non-residents flat 30%).
Social contributions
No mandatory social tax on self-employment income; EPF/SOCSO largely voluntary for the self-employed.
Registration / regime
Self-assessment; register with LHDN, file Form B; may need SSM business registration.
Crypto payouts
USDC is income at MYR value on receipt. No specific crypto regime — frequent/systematic activity is business income.
Sources
General information only — this is not tax or legal advice. Rules change and depend on your situation. Always confirm with a qualified tax professional in your country.
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