United Kingdom
Bank of England Releases Discussion Paper on Stablecoins, CBDC
The paper focuses on the effects of private stablecoins on the cost and availability of lending and the challenges for monetary policy.
Crypto App Luno Forced to Take Down ‘Time to Buy’ Bitcoin Ads in UK
The U.K.’s advertising watchdog banned Luno’s prevalent “Time to Buy” bitcoin ad, calling it “misleading” and “irresponsible.” Is the ban warranted? “The Hash” panel debates.
‘Britcoin?’ Bank of England Official Says UK Will ‘Probably’ Launch a CBDC
The U.K.’s central bank is reportedly considering launching a digital currency, called “Britcoin,” to maintain citizens’ confidence in the availability of public money. “The Hash” panel debates the utility of CBDCs and the privacy implications of central bank digital currencies.
Diginex Arm Becomes First Stand-Alone Crypto Custodian Approved by UK Financial Watchdog
Th firm hopes FCA approval will make it more attractive to institutional investors.
Revolut’s UK Users Will Finally Be Able to Withdraw Bitcoin
Revolut has come under fire in the past for not allowing users to withdraw their crypto from the platform and deposit it in their personal wallets, but a new beta program in the U.K. will allow some users to do just that. “The Hash” panel discusses if other platforms will follow.
UK to Focus Regulation on Stablecoins Rather Than Crypto in General: Report
“We believe the case for intervention in the wider cryptocurrency markets is less immediately pressing,” Economic Secretary to the Treasury John Glen said Tuesday.
FCA Registration U-Turn Still Leaves Costs for UK Startups
The FCA's decision not to enforce its own January registration deadline is little comfort to crypto startups that have been in limbo for months.
The UK Bans Crypto Derivatives
The crypto industry reacts to a big move from the United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority, which banned crypto derivatives.
Doctor Who to Enter the Cryptoverse as BBC Plans Trading Card Game on Ethereum Blockchain
BBC Studios has licenced its iconic show Dr. Who to U.K.-based Reality Gaming Group to build a digital trading card game on the ethereum blockchain.
