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UK to deliver comprehensive crypto regulation framework by early 2025

[Nov 21 8:26 PM] The Labour government is reportedly readying crypto, stablecoin and crypto asset regulations as Europe pulls ahead and the US changes its crypto policies.

Crypto firms among ‘greatest risks’ for money laundering in 2022-2023: UK govt

[May 1 11:04 PM] Crypto firms, wealth management companies, and retail and wholesale banking remain “particularly vulnerable” to financial crime, according to a U.K. Treasury report.

Bank Of England Reconsiders: Potential Freeze On CBDC Launch Raises Concerns

[Jan 25 10:00 PM] On January 25, the Bank of England (BoE) and HM Treasury published a response to the Consultation Paper regarding a ‘digital pound’ issued in February of 2023.  The consultation paper sought the public’s feedback on introducing a UK central bank…

Kraken, UK trade body derides lawmaker description of crypto as 'gambling'

[May 17, 2023 11:44 PM] CryptoUK, a trade body based in the United Kingdom, argued that a much more nuanced and tailored approach needs to be taken into consideration.

UK may have crypto regulation within a year, says senior minister

[Apr 18, 2023 8:23 PM] The lawmaker said the regulation will need to be both “pragmatic” and “proportionate” to ensure economic growth is maximized.

Coinbase to help UK on Web3 hub as Treasury reportedly revives blockchain taskforce

[Apr 17, 2023 10:24 PM] Brian Armstrong will give suggestions to the U.K. on regulations, taxes and ensuring collaboration between the banking and FinTech sectors.

UK's digital pound would modernize payments but won't replace cash: Minister

[Feb 6, 2023 10:52 PM] Finance minister Jeremy Hunt says the digital pound, or "Britcoin" would be issued and backed by the Bank of England, but won't negate the use of cash.