Crypto Companies In The UK May Escape Customer Protection Regulations, FCA Su...
As the push for pro-crypto innovation intensifies, particularly in light of the United States’ regulatory advancements under President Donald Trump, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is considering new proposals that may exempt crypto firms from certain integrity rules designed to protect consumers. Key Principles For UK Crypto Trading Platforms The FCA has recently published […]
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