Story perspectives

UK FCA Proposes Flexible Crypto Rules for Safety and Innovation

9/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) proposes flexible regulations for cryptocurrency firms to boost innovation and consumer protection.
It suggests exemptions from traditional finance rules to address unique risks, including cyberattacks.
The FCA is consulting on allowing crypto users access to the Financial Ombudsman Service for complaints.
The regulator stresses operational resilience after major hacks, such as the $1.5 billion incident at Bybit.
Feedback is due by November 12, 2025, with final rules anticipated in 2026.

1 of 1

Story summary

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) proposes flexible regulations for cryptocurrency firms to boost innovation and consumer protection.
It suggests exemptions from traditional finance rules to address unique risks, including cyberattacks.
The FCA is consulting on allowing crypto users access to the Financial Ombudsman Service for complaints.
The regulator stresses operational resilience after major hacks, such as the $1.5 billion incident at Bybit.
Feedback is due by November 12, 2025, with final rules anticipated in 2026.