We’re witnessing something we haven’t seen since the financial crisis: a genuine regulatory pivot towards growth. The new government’s commitment to making financial services a cornerstone of economic growth has fundamentally changed the conversation between regulators and industry. The Chancellor’s…
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has confirmed that from 8 October 2025, retail investors will be able to purchase crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs) via regulated UK exchanges. This development reverses the FCA’s 2021 prohibition and signals a pragmatic evolution in the regulator’s…
Eric Trump’s bold claim last week that cryptocurrencies could “save the US dollar” shows how radically different the United States and the United Kingdom are approaching digital assets. Speaking to the Financial Times, Trump argued that booming demand for bitcoin…
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. Supporters touted the “digital pound” (“Britcoin”) as a way to modernise…
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…