Tags: #UNITED KINGDOM
The UK government says banks need to stop blocking crypto firms if the country wants to become a digital hub
The UK government has taken a firm stance on the relationship between banks and cryptocurrency firms, emphasizing the need for fair treatment of crypto businesses. This statement…
1/28/2026 3 min read
EXCHANGE #EXCHANGE #REGULATION #POLICY
UK advertising watchdog bans Coinbase ads as 'irresponsible'
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) in the UK has taken action by banning advertisements from Coinbase. The decision stems from the authority's conclusion that the ads…
1/28/2026 2 min read
EXCHANGE #EXCHANGE #POLICY #COINBASE
UK banks’ anti-crypto stance intensifies even as regulatory process moves forward
Recent findings from a crypto lobby group highlight a growing trend of "increased hostility" from British banks towards the cryptocurrency sector. This development comes at a…
1/27/2026 2 min read
OTHER #POLICY #UNITED KINGDOM #FCA
U.K. FCA moves closer to crypto regulation with final consumer duty consultation
The U.K. Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is advancing its efforts towards regulating the cryptocurrency sector through its final consultation on consumer duty. This move…
1/23/2026 3 min read
REGULATION #REGULATION #POLICY #FCA
UK lawmakers push to ban crypto political donations over foreign interference fears
UK lawmakers are advocating for a ban on cryptocurrency donations to political campaigns due to concerns over foreign interference. This initiative stems from apprehensions…
1/12/2026 2 min read
OTHER #POLICY #UNITED KINGDOM #ELECTIONS
Sling Money receives approval to offer crypto services in UK as stablecoin payments gain popularity
Sling Money, a crypto payments application, has received approval to provide cryptocurrency services in the United Kingdom. This development comes at a time when stablecoin…
12/24/2025 2 min read
OTHER #POLICY #FCA #UNITED KINGDOM
UK Government to Start Cracking Down on Crypto Tax Avoidance in January
The U.K. government has announced new guidelines aimed at addressing tax avoidance in the cryptocurrency sector. Starting in January, these rules will require crypto exchanges to…
11/28/2025 1 min read
REGULATION #REGULATION #POLICY #HMRC
UK Proposes ‘No Gain, No Loss’ Tax Rule for DeFi in 'Major Win' for Users
The UK has put forward a proposal for a new tax rule regarding decentralized finance (DeFi) that focuses on a ‘No Gain, No Loss’ approach. This initiative, developed with input…
11/27/2025 1 min read
REGULATION #REGULATION #POLICY #UNITED KINGDOM