FCA announces steps to help UK firms innovate and gain regulatory approval

The watchdog says the initiative is part of its work programme for the financial year 2025-2026.

New steps aimed at making it easier for UK firms to innovate and test their products safely have been announced by the UK’s FCA.

The watchdog has also said it will make it easier for new firms to gain regulatory approval in the future, so that they can invest or

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