The Bank of England (BoE) has signalled that it may hit the brakes on what was once one of Europe’s most closely watched central bank digital currency (CBDC) projects. The “digital pound” (“Britcoin”) had been touted to modernise Britain’s payments…
In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) continues to walk a tightrope between fostering innovation and protecting consumers. As a regulatory expert, I’ve watched with keen interest as the crypto landscape shifts beneath our feet, presenting…
As we approach 2025, regulated firms continue to face an evolving regulatory landscape that demands proactive planning and investment. To navigate these changes successfully, and as part of 2025 planning, regulated firms need to allocate sufficient budget and resources not only…
This article provides an overview of the main topics covered by the FCA’s policy statement on cryptoasset financial promotions. The overriding obligation is that any financial promotion must be fair, clear and not misleading. Alongside this policy statement, the FCA…
Responsibility to counter crypto scams lies with each actor in the value chain, not just crypto exchanges; education could benefit consumers more than bans. WESTPAC’S EFFECTIVE BAN ON CRYPTO TRANSFERS Reading this article got me thinking about crypto-fraud prevention and…
UK’s Regulatory Tightrope and Global Ripple Effects In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) continues to walk a tightrope between fostering innovation and protecting consumers. As a regulatory expert, I’ve watched with keen interest as the…