Effective
Sep 1, 2022
UK statutory instrument amending the 2017 Money Laundering Regulations. It introduced the cryptoasset Travel Rule, FCA change-in-control review,...
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United Kingdom
Explore UK crypto laws, including FCA registration, promotions rules, stablecoin policy, taxes, AML compliance, and digital asset regulation.
Effective
Mar 3, 2025
UK regulations effective 3 March 2025 that amend the Digital Securities Sandbox, temporarily modify cryptoasset-specific Money Laundering Regulations...
Partially effective
Jun 29, 2023
UK statute that updates the FSMA 2000 framework, creates powers for cryptoasset regulation, supports stablecoin/payment-system oversight, and enables...
Effective
Oct 7, 2023
UK statutory instrument bringing promotions of qualifying cryptoassets within the FSMA financial promotion perimeter and extending FCA powers....
Partially effective
Oct 25, 2027
UK instrument bringing specified cryptoasset activities into the FSMA regime through FCA authorisation, disclosure and market-abuse frameworks. Preparatory...
Proposed
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The FCA’s proposed UK rules for qualifying stablecoin issuers and cryptoasset custodians cover backing, redemption, disclosures, trust arrangements,...
Proposed
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FCA proposals for capital, liquidity, risk assessment and prudential disclosure rules for UK-authorised cryptoasset firms. Consultations are closed;...
Effective
Oct 8, 2023
UK rules governing promotions of qualifying cryptoassets to retail consumers. The regime classifies them as restricted mass market...
Effective
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FCA non-Handbook guidance explaining how firms should approach fair, clear and not misleading promotions for qualifying cryptoassets, including...
Effective
Jan 10, 2020
AML/CFT Custody Licensing & Registration +2 more
UK cryptoasset exchange and custodian wallet providers carrying on business in the UK must register with the FCA...
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