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UK to Regulate Cryptocurrencies as Financial Products by 2027

12/15/2025

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The UK will regulate cryptocurrencies as traditional financial products from 2027 under the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) framework.
The Treasury drafts rules requiring crypto firms to meet FCA standards.
Rachel Reeves, the chancellor, said the regulations are essential for the UK's standing.
A major cryptocurrency seizure linked to fraudster Zhimin Qian underscored tighter oversight.
Ministers are weighing a ban on political donations in cryptocurrency due to concerns over their origins.

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The UK will regulate cryptocurrencies as traditional financial products from 2027 under the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) framework.
The Treasury drafts rules requiring crypto firms to meet FCA standards.
Rachel Reeves, the chancellor, said the regulations are essential for the UK's standing.
A major cryptocurrency seizure linked to fraudster Zhimin Qian underscored tighter oversight.
Ministers are weighing a ban on political donations in cryptocurrency due to concerns over their origins.