UK

Highlights: UK crypto firms must get FCA approval before the new rules start. Application window expected September 2026, with firms required to have full authorization before launch. Late firms can keep contracts, but cannot start new UK services. Financial authorities […]

Highlights: Bybit returns to the UK after two years and now offers 100 crypto pairs. The exchange partners with Archax to follow rules and restart operations safely. Bybit rebounds from $1.46 billion hack, now managing over $6.2 billion in assets. […]

Highlights: UK financial regulator launches public consultations on crypto markets, services, and user protection. FCA seeks feedback to shape rules that protect consumers and build trust. Crypto exchanges must follow clear rules for listings, disclosures, and fair trading practices. The […]

Highlights: The UK’s new tax rules allow crypto lending without immediate tax liabilities. DeFi platforms like Aave offer attractive returns amidst shrinking traditional savings. The new tax approach simplifies crypto investing, boosting retail and institutional interest. The new tax regulations […]

Highlights: The Property Act makes digital assets official personal property under UK national law. Parliament’s rule gives courts clearer guidance for ownership disputes and asset recovery. Officials say updated property law strengthens consumer protection and supports crypto market growth. A […]

Highlights: UK seeks £4.1M Bitcoin as rising crypto prices lift the value of assets tied to the 2020 Twitter breach. CPS targets crypto linked to Joseph O’Connor as investigators report stronger action against digital crime. Hack losses drop in October […]

Highlights: Kraken boss criticizes UK crypto rules, calling them restrictive and harmful to retail investors. Arjun Sethi says UK regulations block access to 75% of available crypto products. The UK faces growing pressure to match the global crypto innovation pace. […]

Highlights: BoE plans to implement stablecoin rules quickly to keep up with U.S. standards. Big stablecoins will face new limits, and smaller ones will get lighter supervision. The UK and the U.S. are working together to make crypto rules stronger. […]

Highlights: KR1 to debut on London Stock Exchange as UK regulators open doors to more crypto market participation. UK crypto firms gain confidence as FCA allows digital asset products and the Bank of England reviews stablecoin rules. Argo Blockchain delisting […]

Highlights: Bank of England defends earlier proposed stablecoin limits as a step to protect stability. Governor Breeden says sudden outflows into stablecoins could disrupt household and business lending. Central bank seeks industry input before finalizing rules on systemic stablecoin holdings. […]

Highlights: The Bank of England plans to relax stablecoin rules for crypto and fintech firms. Governor Andrew Bailey now supports stablecoins and wants safe payment innovation. Experts warn the UK may fall behind the US and EU in crypto progress. […]

Highlights: CoinShares to acquire Bastion to expand active crypto strategies. The acquisition strengthens CoinShares’ U.S. expansion with quantitative expertise. Bastion’s full team integrates to serve institutional clients. CoinShares has announced its intention to acquire Bastion Asset Management, a FCA-licensed and […]