#UK

Highlights: UK lawmakers are investigating banking problems that make it harder for crypto firms and customers to operate. The review will examine account closures, payment limits and access to important financial services for crypto businesses. Banks, crypto companies and other […]

Highlights: Ripple is set to support the UK’s plan to expand tokenized wholesale markets beyond pilot projects into live financial markets. The UK wants to complete its first live tokenized repo transaction and launch a digital gilt by early next […]

Highlights: American crypto exchange Coinbase has secured another license to expand its offerings in the United Kingdom. The trading platform will be allowed to offer services such as perpetual futures linked to cryptocurrencies, stocks, and commodities.  Coinbase plans to roll […]

Highlights: The UK’s FCA announced a new regulatory framework for crypto firms starting October 25, 2027. Crypto businesses must apply for FCA authorization between September 30 and February 28, 2027. The FCA warned that late or weak applications could lead […]

Highlights: A CoinShares survey reveals 25% of European wealth advisers cannot see most client crypto holdings. About 61% of advisers work at firms that block or restrict crypto discussions with clients. Advisers say clearer crypto regulations and better access to […]

Highlights: FCA warns Premier League clubs to review deals with unauthorized crypto and trading firms. Regulator says weak sponsor checks can expose clubs to legal and money laundering risks. FCA says unregulated firms may use trusted football clubs to target […]

Highlights: The Bank of England may soften stablecoin rules after strong pushback from crypto firms. The BoE is reviewing strict holding limits for individuals and businesses using UK stablecoins. Stablecoin issuers may also get easier reserve rules to support growth […]

Highlights: UK plans one framework for stablecoins and tokenized deposits in mainstream payments. Chris Woolard will guide the wholesale digital markets strategy. Treasury will review AI-led payments and expand FCA oversight of Open Banking. The United Kingdom has laid out […]

Highlights: American crypto exchange Coinbase has rolled out crypto-backed loans for UK-based users. The new loan feature allows users to borrow USDC backed by major cryptocurrencies like BTC, ETH, or cbETH. Users can send loans to any part of the […]

Highlights: UK plans to pause crypto donations after a review flagged election funding risks. British citizens abroad now face a £100,000 annual donation cap. Reform UK remains central to the growing political funding debate. The UK government has moved to […]

Highlights: UK parliamentary committee calls for an urgent ban on crypto political donations. Foreign threats and lack of safeguards pose serious risks to electoral integrity. A proposed moratorium aims to protect UK politics from illicit crypto financing. Lawmakers in the […]

Highlights: Revolut has introduced its UK bank after obtaining a full license.  The new UK bank will provide deposit accounts and more.  The firm is expected to grow its banking offerings to 13 million customers in the UK market.  British […]