FCA
FCA's Crypto AML Compliance Chief Steps Down
Mark Steward, who led the enforcement of anti-money laundering measures for crypto, is stepping down after seven years with the Financial Conduct Authority.

UK's FCA Appoints Binu Paul to Lead Its Digital-Assets Department
Paul previously worked as the fintech lead at New Zealand's Financial Markets Authority.

UK Shuts Down Temporary Crypto Company Licensing Program
The time it takes to register a firm depends on the quality of the information provided to the Financial Conduct Authority, the regulator told CoinDesk.

Digital Bank Revolut Wins FCA Registration to Offer Crypto Services in UK
The trading platform had been operating in the country under a program that gives firms a reprieve while their applications are pending.

Crypto Exchange FTX Not Authorized in UK, Financial Watchdog Warns
However, FTX told Bloomberg it believes a scammer is impersonating the company.

UK Crypto Industry Welcomes New Stablecoin Rules, Awaits Guidance
A proposed bill could give U.K. regulators new powers over payments-focused crypto assets like stablecoins, but details on how the rules might be interpreted by financial watchdogs are pending.

Crypto.com Exchange Registers With UK Financial Regulator
The registration permits Crypto.com to pursue "certain crypto asset activities."

UK Crypto Investors Should Limit Holdings, Financial Regulator Says
The crypto crash only hardened the Financial Conduct Authority’s determination to impose restrictions such as banning refer-a-friend bonuses.

International Securities Regulator IOSCO to Focus on Global DeFi, Crypto Rules
In its first two years, the global standard-setter's new fintech task force will concentrate on setting up policy recommendations for digital assets.

Hong Kong Regulator Ashley Alder to Head UK Financial Supervisor
He leaves a legacy of mixed crypto regulations in Hong Kong that saw crypto exchange FTX depart the city and retail investors largely excluded.

