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FCA to fully regulate crypto in October 2027
Crypto will be regulated in the same way as other financial products.
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FCA to supervise financial services firms for AML/CTF compliance
Proponents of the announcement believe it will help prevent money laundering; critics argue the FCA may not have the capacity to do a supervisory job.
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The rise of stablecoins – regulatory landscape in the UK
The second of a two-part series analyses the EU and UK crypto regulatory landscapes, focusing on the UK regulatory framework for stablecoins.
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FCA proposals to promote good business practices amongst crypto firms
The FCA plans to extend the High-Level Standards in the FCA Handbook to cryptoasset firms in line with FSMA-authorized entities.
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FCA outlines new regulatory era for cryptoasset firms
Under the proposals, all firms wishing to carry out regulated cryptoasset activities will be required to obtain FCA authorization.
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HM Treasury consultation on changes to UK Money Laundering Regulations
The draft SI proposes changing the registration and change in control thresholds for cryptoasset businesses to align with FSMA.
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Key regulatory considerations for crypto advertising
A comparison of cryptoasset advertising regulation in the EU and the UK.
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Crypto wrap: Metaplanet’s bitcoin spree, Roman Storm trial, and UK arrests
A summary of the latest deals, developments and innovations from the world of crypto.