UK's New Crypto Regulations: A 24-Hour Deadline That Could Catch Firms Off Guard
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has introduced proposed crypto regulations that may broaden the definition of custody, potentially affecting platforms and software providers that do not consider themselves custodians. The FCA's Cryptoasset Perimeter Guidance, published on Wednesday, outlines several technical traps for firms handling clients' crypto assets. A key aspect of the rules is the 2…
April 16, 2026, 2:40 p.m.