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UK crypto rules redraw the lines for Bitcoin lending and custody
Starting in 2027, UK crypto platforms must keep Bitcoin used as collateral separate from coins lent out for yield. Only some assets will get trust protection, changing how users recover funds if a platform fails.
UK Regulators Consider Special Rules for Tokenized Gold Products
The UK's top financial regulators are exploring a dedicated regime for tokenized gold, including possible exemptions from fund rules, as London's dominance in gold trading collides with the rise of blockchain-based commodities.
Crypto Liquidation Data Gaps Expose Risks in Solana, Binance Crash
Conflicting reports on October's crypto crash reveal major gaps in liquidation data, with billions in losses and unclear risk mechanisms across Solana, Binance, and DeFi platforms. Regulators face challenges in tracking systemic failures and user impact.
UK Ranks Third in Bitcoin Adoption but Cannot Hold Seized BTC
The UK's high Bitcoin adoption score is driven by policy and enforcement, but court rules prevent the government from treating over 60,000 seized BTC as national reserves
Crypto ATM Rules Tighten: KYC, AML, and State Limits Explained
Crypto ATMs face stricter rules as U.S. states and global regulators ramp up KYC, AML, fraud prevention, and licensing requirements, making compliance more complex for operators and reducing anonymity for users
EU Sets August 23 Deadline for HTX Crypto Holders Amid Sanctions Risk
Crypto users and businesses in the EU must determine if their accounts involve HTX (HUOBI GLOBAL SA) before August 23 or risk violating new sanctions. The regulatory move raises urgent questions about exchange control and withdrawal options