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Sling Money receives approval to offer crypto services in UK as stablecoin payments gain popularity
The crypto payments app joins a growing group of regulated firms as stablecoin transfers gain traction as a cross-border alternative.
The UK’s crypto rulebook is finally taking shape
A long-awaited crypto regime in the U.K. is moving from theory to execution, even if firms must wait until 2027 for full clarity.
Number of crypto users in the UK drops even as amount held increases
About 21% of people surveyed by the Financial Conduct Authority said they hold between $1,345 and $6,718, and the most popular cryptos are bitcoin and ether.
KR1 Stakes 'Blue-Chip' Ambition With London Stock Exchange Debut
The Isle of Man-based contrasted its active staking and investment strategy with a more passive digital-asset treasury approach.
Kraken Co-CEO Says UK Crypto Promotion Rules May Harm Retail Investors: FT
Arjun Sethi said questionnaires and warnings about potential financial loss slow down transaction times while asset prices are moving.
ClearToken Wins UK Regulator Approval for Digital Asset Settlement Service
ClearToken won authorization from the U.K.’s FCA to roll out CT Settle, a delivery-versus-payment settlement system for crypto, stablecoins and fiat currency.
UK Regulator Sues Crypto Exchange HTX for Unlawful Promotion of Digital Assets
The financial watchdog previously issued warnings going back to 2023 about the exchange, which has links to Tron founder Justin Sun.
‘Bitcoin Is Not an Asset Class,’ Says One of UK’s Largest Retail Investment Platforms
Hargreaves Lansdown says bitcoin lacks intrinsic value and shouldn’t be part of portfolios, even as it prepares to launch crypto ETN trading for clients early next year.
Investment Platform IG Wins FCA Approval for Crypto License, Expands UK Offering
The license win will allow IG to expand its crypto services and cement its position as a multi-asset trading platform.
Valour Debuts Bitcoin Staking ETP on London Stock Exchange in Move Outside Mainland Europe
Valour, a DeFi Technologies subsidiary, introduced a bitcoin staking ETP to the LSE. It is restricted to professional investors and offers a 1.4% annual yield.
