Representing 100+ members...

We work closely with the UK Government, policy makers and regulators, including the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), HM Treasury (HMT), HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and the Bank of England (BoE), advocating for fair and balanced policies that align with the government's goal of establishing the UK as a global leader in cryptoasset technology. We strive to shape a regulatory framework that supports our members' interests while advancing the government's ambitions. Meanwhile, throughout the year, we host regular in-person and virtual events, creating opportunities for insightful discussions and impactful networking.

Our Strategy

Since 2017, we have been committed to building a secure, innovative digital finance ecosystem in the UK through active engagement with policymakers, regulators, and industry leaders. Our member-led Working Groups give the crypto industry a unified voice, while our Crypto Code of Conduct sets standards in governance, accountability, and consumer protection. We further support industry growth by hosting in-person networking events and webinars, offering members valuable opportunities to share insights with an engaged audience, and promoting ongoing learning and awareness.

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Consultation Responses

90+

Events & Webinars

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Interviews and Commentary

Participate in our Working Groups

Working groups offer members a unique opportunity to actively shape the future of the UK's cryptoasset industry. By participating, members can collaborate with industry peers to share best practices, respond to regulatory developments, and engage directly with policymakers to advocate for fair and proportionate policy and regulation. This collaborative approach not only enhances individual organisational growth but also contributes to the overall advancement and integrity of the cryptoasset sector in the UK.

Regulation Working Group

The Regulation Working Group addresses regulatory challenges, reviewing sector issues, consultations, and providing policy recommendations. Meanwhile, our regulation sub-groups focus on political frameworks and operational implementation.

Tax Working Group

The Tax Working Group aims to educate HMRC, HMT, the Treasury Select Committee, and the OECD on the complexities of DA taxation. Through sub-groups focused on DAOs, DeFi, and NFTs, it addresses restrictive guidelines that push UK crypto innovation offshore.

Financial Crime Working Group

The Financial Crime Working Group aims to address various topics, forming sub-groups for key areas. Key topics include FATF Travel Rule implementation, sanctions compliance, KYC challenges, blockchain alert investigations, DeFi risks, transaction monitoring, and data quality.

ESG Working Group

The ESG Working Group addresses key sustainability, inclusion, and reporting issues in the crypto sector. The group aims to drive industry-wide change by raising ESG awareness, advocating for practical regulation, and highlighting the sector’s positive ESG impact.

Our Goals

As the UK continues to forge its path in the evolving landscape of digital finance, we have identified key areas essential to realising our vision of a competitive, secure, and forward-looking crypto ecosystem. With the right regulatory frameworks, access to professional expertise, and a commitment to education, the UK is poised to become a global leader in digital assets and emerging technologies. Our five goals reflect this ambition, addressing the vital components required for a thriving and responsible crypto environment.

Key Results

As the UK’s first crypto and blockchain industry trade association, CryptoUK has led major policy initiatives since 2017, including contributions to the Kalifa Review, the Crypto Assets Task Force, and Travel Rule legislation. Serving as secretariat for the Crypto and Digital Assets APPG, CryptoUK drives key policy discussions, establishing the UK as a leader in crypto and digital assets.

UK’s First Crypto Industry Association

Founded in 2017 with 30 members, CryptoUK led the first UK policy campaign for crypto and blockchain. It actively participated in pivotal HM Treasury Select Committee hearings in 2018 and 2022, which led to the establishment of the UK Crypto Assets Task Force, bringing together HM Treasury, the Bank of England, and the Financial Conduct Authority.

Major Influence on the Kalifa Review

In the landmark Kalifa Review of UK FinTech, CryptoUK contributed a pivotal crypto policy position, advocating for a UK regulatory regime to establish the nation as a global leader in crypto and digital assets. Their recommendations were adopted by the government in April 2022, with Rt Hon. John Glen MP outlining plans to position the UK as a global crypto technology hub.

Shaped the UK’s Travel Rule Legislation

Key stakeholders—including the EMA, JMLSG, FCA, and HMT—worked with CryptoUK and our members to address compliance challenges, shape balanced policies, and refine industry guidance. Through this collaboration, we published the Travel Rule Good Practice Guide, providing essential insights to help the digital asset industry navigate regulation effectively.

Crypto and Digital Assets APPG

Launched in 2021 with CryptoUK as secretariat, the Crypto and Digital Assets All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) achieved significant milestones, including a 2022 crypto inquiry. The findings were presented to Rt Hon. Andrew Griffith MP, Economic Secretary to the Treasury, during a Westminster Hall debate, marking a key step in shaping UK crypto policy.

Why join CryptoUK?

Educate, Inform, and Advocate

CryptoUK supports the industry through advocacy, outreach and the development of policy positions within our committees and working groups. Since 2018, we have submitted more than 100 detailed responses to UK regulators.

Engage Global Industry Participants

Through our roundtables, in-person events, and webinars, CryptoUK creates opportunities for industry participants to collaborate with each other, and directly with policymakers as a collective voice of the UK digital and crypto asset ecosystem.

Promote Accountability and Self Governance

CryptoUK established the first Crypto Code of Conduct in the UK, designed to improve operating and governance standards, promote professional accountability, and instil more robust consumer protection within the digital asset ecosystem.

See what our members have to say...

Dominik Schiener

IOTA Foundation

The UK is quickly establishing itself as a global leader in regulatory innovation for digital assets. By joining CryptoUK, we’re not only strengthening our presence in this key market, we’re also bringing real-world insights to the table. As one of the leading crypto industry associations in the UK, CryptoUK plays a critical role in shaping balanced, forward-looking regulation through direct engagement with the FCA, HM Treasury, HMRC, and the Bank of England — making it an ideal platform for IOTA to share its expertise in decentralised infrastructure and build strong relationships within the UK’s policy and innovation ecosystem.

Dominik Schiener, Co-Founder and Chairman

Michael Greville

Keyrock

We extend our appreciation to CryptoUK for their pivotal role in uniting stakeholders across the digital asset ecosystem. Their efforts in facilitating meaningful dialogue around forthcoming regulations have been instrumental in ensuring outcomes that benefit both industry participants and the broader public. We are committed to actively collaborating with the digital asset community in this important regulatory journey, working together to shape a framework that promotes innovation while protecting all stakeholders.

Michael Greville, Senior Compliance Officer and MLRO

Alistair Hesketh-Hutson

Equals Money

We’re proud to be joining CryptoUK, the UK’s leading trade association for the crypto industry, as we continue our commitment to providing more innovative, more efficient financial solutions for businesses operating in this fast-moving space.

Alistair Hesketh-Hutson, Head of Partnerships

Steve Martin

Greengage

We’re proud to be members of CryptoUK, supporting their important work in advancing standards and advocating for a well-regulated and innovative digital asset sector. At Greengage, we value collaboration with industry leaders to help build a trusted and forward-looking crypto ecosystem. CryptoUK provides valuable insights, industry representation, and a strong collective voice that helps shape policy and foster responsible growth in the digital finance space.

Steve Martin, Head of Accounts

James Newman

Chiliz / Socios.com

At Chiliz, we’re pioneering new use cases for blockchain and digital assets in sport and entertainment. Being part of CryptoUK gives us a platform to tell that story, shape the conversation with key stakeholders, and contribute to a regulatory environment that supports innovation. It’s invaluable to be part of a community that understands the importance of use cases beyond Defi in the future of crypto.

James Newman, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer

Rebecca Rogers

B2C2

CryptoUK gives B2C2 a platform to collaborate with peers, share thought leadership, and engage directly with regulators to help shape the future of crypto regulation in the UK.

Rebecca Rogers, Head of Compliance Advisory EMEA

Larry Trachtenberg

CryptoMondays

When we first became aware of CryptoUK, the leadership team at CryptoMondays London believed immediately that a partnership between our two organisations was essential and would benefit members on both sides. I believe this is now very much the case and there is increasing benefit accruing to both CryptoUK and CryptoMondays London as a result of this collaboration. Over time this will only grow as both organisations continue to expand their reach and we bring more of what CryptoUK has to offer to our 11,000 plus members in CryptoMondays London.

Larry Trachtenberg, Founder & CFO

Quentin Downes

Twenty84

I’ve been a member of CryptoUK for over five years and have seen some outstanding work—especially on the policy side—pushing the conversation forward where it matters. It’s a well-respected organisation with a great team behind it and always a solid group to work with. I’ve also found it a really valuable space to connect with others through the networking opportunities arranged between members, as well as the learning opportunities. I’ve definitely picked up a lot through the network and events.

Quentin Downes, Founder and Managing Director

Rebecca Lumsdon

Talos

At Talos, we believe in the power of connections to drive meaningful progress in digital assets. That’s why we value our membership in CryptoUK, as it allows us to engage with the wider ecosystem — including peers, policymakers, and innovators — who share the goal of shaping the future of crypto in the UK through thoughtful regulation and responsible adoption.

Rebecca Lumsdon, Client Onboarding Specialist

Tatiza Bartmann Gondim

Sumsub

At Sumsub, we value partners and associations that champion collaboration and knowledge sharing with key industry players. And this is exactly what CryptoUK does. Being a member helps us stay ahead of regulatory changes, support responsible growth, and connect with others shaping the future of crypto in the UK.

Tatiza Bartmann Gondim, UK & EU Marketing Manager

Irfan Baluch

Cripps

It was definitely the right decision for Cripps to join CryptoUK, aside from being the UK’s leading trade association for digital and crypto assets, we love the pragmatic, commercial and inclusive approach to how they operate. It is great to work alongside a very capable team who are helping to shape the future strategy of the crypto asset industry with a wide portfolio of other members who all bring a different perspective to the discussions.

Irfan Baluch, Partner

Ian Silvera

SEC NEWGATE

CryptoUK has been the leading organisation championing the crypto industry in the UK for years. It has an active and lively membership, which spans the whole of the digital asset industry. We have enjoyed working with CryptoUK’s excellent and knowledgeable team, who have deep insights into the UK’s regulatory and business approach to crypto. For those organisations thinking about, we would recommend joining CryptoUK and getting involved.

Ian Silvera, Associate Director

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