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Smarter Web Launches $21 Million Bitcoin-Denominated Convertible Bond
[Aug 7 6:30 AM] The Smarter Web Company has launched Smarter Convert, a bitcoin-denominated convertible bond fully subscribed by institutional investor TOBAM for $21 million. The initiative enables Smarter Web to raise capital while expanding its bitcoin treasury…
Vaultz Capital Buys £4.3M Bitcoin, Treasury Hits 118 BTC
[Aug 6 10:05 PM] UK digital asset firm Vaultz Capital has purchased 47.85 BTC for £4.27 million, increasing its corporate treasury holdings to approximately 117.85 BTC worth over £10 million. Vaultz Adds More BTC to Its Corporate Stash The company, Vaultz Capital…
The Smarter Web Company Raises $10.7 Million From Notable Investor and High-Net-Worth Individual
[Aug 4 10:30 AM] The Smarter Web Company PLC (AQUIS: SWC | OTCQB: TSWCF), a London-listed technology and bitcoin treasury firm, has announced the successful completion of a Placing and Subscription, raising a total of $10.7 million (£8.1 million). The Placing…
Crypto Wealth Platform Nexo Co-Founders Dine With President Trump at Golf Course Opening
[Jul 30 7:30 AM] U.S. President Donald Trump officially opened the new Trump International Golf Links course in Aberdeen, Scotland, which will host the inaugural Nexo Championship from August 7 to 10, 2025. The event marks a collaboration between digital finance…
Coinsilium’s Bitcoin Treasury Company Forza Gibraltar Reaches 112 BTC With Latest Purchase
[Jul 21 11:30 AM] Coinsilium Group Limited has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Forza Gibraltar Limited, has increased its bitcoin holdings to 112.0009 BTC following a recent acquisition of 10.2489 BTC at an average purchase price of £89,765.73…
Report: UK Moves to Sell Billions in Confiscated Bitcoin Assets
[Jul 21 12:30 AM] The UK Home Office is preparing to sell a massive stockpile of bitcoin seized from criminals, potentially netting the Treasury billions to address budget pressures, The Telegraph reported this weekend. United Kingdom’s Home Office Prepares Major…
SEC Commissioner Proposes Cross-Border Sandbox for Crypto and Tokenized Assets
[Jul 19 11:30 AM] Crypto regulation is on the brink of transformation as U.S. and U.K. leaders push to align on digital asset sandboxes that could reignite blockchain innovation and remove compliance roadblocks. SEC’s Peirce Calls for US-UK Crypto Sandbox Alliance…
The Smarter Web Company Expands Bitcoin Holdings to 1,600 BTC and Introduces New Valuation Metric
[Jul 17 9:30 AM] The Smarter Web Company PLC, a London-listed technology firm, has announced the purchase of an additional 325 bitcoin, increasing its total holdings to 1,600 BTC as part of its ongoing treasury policy outlined in “The 10 Year Plan.” The recent…
Bank of England on a Collision Course With the US: Banks Should Not Issue Stablecoins
[Jul 14 10:30 AM] Andrew Bailey, Governor of the Bank of England, warned about the dangers of banks issuing stablecoins, stating that they would remove money from the banking system. His stance contrasts with that of the Trump administration, which views stablecoins…
Collapsed UK Crypto Firm Ziglu Reveals $2.7M Shortfall, Imperiling Investors
[Jul 14 4:40 AM] Administrators of a collapsed UK-based crypto firm have identified a $2.7 million shortfall, increasing the risk of total investment loss for some customers. Management Accused of Misappropriating Customer Funds Administrators for Ziglu, the…
EU and UK Crypto Allocations Surge: Half to Devote 5%+ of AUM by 2025
[Jul 12 12:30 AM] Institutional investors across the EU and UK are significantly increasing their cryptocurrency allocations, with 86% planning to boost holdings or enter the market in 2025, according to a Coinbase and EY-Parthenon survey of 97 institutions. DeFi…
HMRC to Require Crypto User IDs for Tax Starting 2026
[Jul 9 9:30 PM] The United Kingdom’s tax authority will implement new regulations starting January 1, 2026, requiring crypto asset users to provide tax identification numbers and other personal information to service providers. Streamlining Tax Assessments…
The Smarter Web Company Acquires 226.42 Bitcoin, Total Holdings Reach 1,000 BTC
Two Sentenced to 12 Years for $2.1 Million Cryptocurrency Fraud in UK
[Jul 7 10:30 AM] Two individuals from the UK, Raymondip Bedi and Patrick Mavanga, have been sentenced to a combined total of 12 years in prison for their involvement in a $2.1 million cryptocurrency fraud, following a prosecution by the FCA. Between February 2017…
The Smarter Web Company Increases Bitcoin Holdings to 773.58 BTC
[Jul 1 6:30 PM] On July 1, 2025, The Smarter Web Company PLC, a London-listed technology firm, announced the acquisition of an additional 230.05 BTC as part of its ongoing bitcoin treasury policy outlined in “The 10 Year Plan.” The company purchased the bitcoin at…
Crypto Crunch: Why One of Britain’s Biggest Banks Is Saying No to Digital Assets
[Jun 26 6:30 AM] Starting June 27, Barclays will prohibit cryptocurrency transactions using Barclaycard credit cards, citing risks associated with purchasing cryptocurrencies. Barclays Cites Cryptocurrency Volatility Effective June 27, Barclays clients will no…
Top Regulators Forge US-UK Alliance to Oversee Digital Assets
[Jun 25 3:30 AM] U.S. and U.K. regulators are accelerating unified oversight of digital assets, stablecoins, AI in finance, and cross-border innovation, reshaping global markets and fortifying financial stability. US-UK Power Bloc Moves Aggressively on Digital…
The Smarter Web Company Expands Bitcoin Holdings as Part of Long-Term Strategy
Ripple Unveils Urgent 4-Point Plan to Ignite UK Crypto Revolution
[Jun 20 2:30 AM] Ripple is pushing the UK to ignite crypto leadership with four bold regulatory moves set to spark explosive innovation, massive investment, and unstoppable blockchain-driven financial dominance. New Recommendations Set Stage for UK’s Explosive…
UK FCA Creates New Deputy Chief Executive Role to Oversee Regulation of Stablecoin and Crypto Firms
[Jun 11 8:30 AM] The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has appointed Sarah Pritchard as its new Deputy Chief Executive, a role created to reflect the organization’s expanding responsibilities, including the integration of the Payment Systems Regulator and…
UK-Based The Smarter Web Company Boosts Bitcoin Investments Amid Strategic Growth Plan
UK Financial Watchdog Proposes Lifting Ban on Crypto ETNs for Retail Investors
[Jun 6 6:30 PM] The U.K. Financial Conduct Authority has proposed lifting a ban on offering crypto exchange-traded notes to retail traders. Normal Financial Promotion Rules to Apply The U.K. financial watchdog, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has proposed…
UK Financial Giant IG Group Launches Crypto Trading for Retail Investors
[Jun 2 3:20 PM] UK financial giant IG Group, a leading FTSE 250 trading platform, is launching cryptocurrency trading for retail investors—becoming the first UK-listed company to offer such services. Customers can buy, sell, and hold major digital currencies…
GFO-X Launches UK Regulated Trading Venue for Centrally Cleared Crypto Derivatives
[May 14 11:30 AM] GFO-X announced the successful launch of its UK regulated trading venue for centrally cleared digital asset derivatives. This venue aims to meet the growing institutional demand for compliant crypto futures and options. The first institutional…
Revolut to Enhance Bitcoin Lightning Infrastructure in Europe via Lightspark
[May 8 9:30 AM] Lightspark has announced a new partnership with Revolut to enhance payment infrastructure using the bitcoin network in the UK and select European countries. This collaboration aims to eliminate delays and high network fees associated with…
Britain’s Financial Watchdog to Stop Lending for Crypto Asset Purchases
[May 2 5:10 PM] The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Britain’s financial watchdog, has decided to step in and stop financial institutions from giving credit to facilitate the purchase of cryptocurrency assets. The decision is part of a larger set of rules…
UK Treasury Unveils Draft Cryptoasset Regulations, Seeks Feedback by May 2025
[Apr 30 9:30 AM] On April 29, 2025, the UK Treasury announced the release of a draft Statutory Instrument (SI) and a Policy Note detailing the UK’s upcoming financial services regulatory framework for cryptoassets, including stablecoins. Following proposals…
Bitwise Launches 4 Crypto ETFs on London Stock Exchange
[Apr 17 3:30 AM] Bitwise supercharges its European expansion by listing four top-tier crypto ETPs on the London Stock Exchange, unlocking elite access for UK investors. Bitwise Unleashes Institutional Crypto Arsenal on LSE in Major UK Power Play Asset management…
Scottish School to Accept Bitcoin for Tuition
[Apr 13 6:10 AM] Lomond School, a Scottish boarding school, will begin accepting bitcoin for tuition payments, up to $49,711 (£38,000) annually, starting this autumn. The school, claiming to be the first United Kingdom private school to do so, will convert the…