As crypto asset markets mature and regulatory scrutiny increases, how can firms effectively identify, prevent and respond to market abuse? In this webinar, our expert panel explored the key market abuse risks facing crypto-asset trading platforms (CATPs), intermediaries and other market participants, and the practical steps firms can take to ...

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published CP26/32, Quarterly Consultation Paper No. 53, setting out proposed amendments to its regulatory framework, including transitional deferral arrangements for the UK’s forthcoming cryptoasset regime. Chapter 4 focuses on proposed deferrals relating to cryptoasset admissions and disclosures, execution venue requirements and execution policies, ahead of ...

On 30 September 2026, CryptoUK and The Digital Chamber published our joint response to the European Commission’s review of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). The Commission’s consultation is examining whether MiCA remains fit for purpose following its initial implementation and in light of developments in digital asset markets and ...

Numerous changes were coming to the UK tax landscape, all at once. The introduction in the UK of the new OECD Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) requirements represented a significant change for the industry, with international tax jurisdictional reach. Specific to the UK, the taxation of stablecoins and DeFi was also ...

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published PS26/18, its final guidance on how the UK’s new regulatory perimeter will apply to cryptoasset activities. The FCA has addressed several practical issues raised during CP26/13. It clarifies that developing software is not itself a regulated activity, and that providing information, analytics or ...

CryptoUK is pleased to welcome Aria Compliance as our newest member. Aria Compliance is a specialist compliance and internal control consultancy supporting financial services firms across areas including cryptoassets, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing, international sanctions, financial promotions, regulatory applications, and compliance frameworks. Its Founder, Manuel Fajardo, brings more than ...

CryptoUK has responded to HMRC’s technical consultations on draft legislation covering the tax treatment of stablecoins, cryptoasset loans and liquidity pools, and proposed reforms to civil tax information and inspection powers. On stablecoins and DeFi, CryptoUK supports the overall direction of travel. The proposed Capital Gains Tax exemption for eligible ...

As new technologies continue to emerge and reshape industries, their success will depend not only on their capabilities but also on how well they are understood by policymakers, businesses and the general public. ​This webinar brought together industry experts to explore how firms can raise awareness of emerging technologies, communicate ...

As blockchain-based payment rails, stablecoins, and tokenised assets continue to gain traction, the role of traditional banks and financial institutions is being re-examined. Are digital asset payment networks a disruptive threat to the existing banking system, or are they helping to create a more interconnected financial ecosystem? In this webinar, ...

Crypto platforms today operate in one of the most demanding and challenging digital environments. On the compliance side, UK cryptoasset businesses may be subject to strict regulatory requirements, including identity verification, AML and KYC obligations, Travel Rule requirements and more. On the conversion side, end users expect fast and seamless ...