Robinhood Expands in UK with Launch of Options Trading and Flexible Fees
Key Insights Robinhood has launched options trading in the UK, allowing customers to trade on stocks and indices with European-style…
Kraken, Coinbase Secure Key Approvals for EU and UK Expansion
Key Insights Kraken obtained a MiFID license in the EU via a Cypriot investment firm acquisition, while Coinbase received a…
12% of UK Adults Now Own Cryptocurrency, FCA Study Reveals
Key Insights The UK FCA reports cryptocurrency ownership has increased to 12% of adults, with average holdings rising to £1,842.…
UK Plans Unified Crypto Regulation Framework for 2025
Key Insights The UK government plans to implement a unified cryptocurrency regulatory framework in early 2025, combining oversight of stablecoins…
UK Proposes Landmark Bill to Legally Define Crypto Assets As Property
Key Insights UK government introduces bill to legally define crypto assets as property Proposed legislation would create a third category…
Strike Launches Bitcoin Payments App in UK, Expanding Global Reach
Key Insights Strike, a Bitcoin and Lightning Network payments app, launches in the UK, allowing users to buy, sell, send,…
UK Broker Capital.com Pauses New Client Onboarding Amid Expansion
Key Insights Capital.com temporarily halted onboarding new clients in its home British market to maintain service standards The pause follows…
FCA Greenlights Portofino for UK Crypto Asset Trading
Key Insights Portofino’s UK unit registered as crypto firm by UK regulator FCA, allowing institutional dealings Joins handful of crypto…
OANDA Launches UK Crypto Platform, Eyes European Traders
Key Insights OANDA launched new UK crypto trading platform OANDA Crypto after acquiring Coinpass Seeking to tap growth in sophisticated…
UK FCA Fines, Bans Ex-London Capital Compliance Chief £31,800
Key Insights UK FCA fines and bans ex-London Capital & Finance director Floris Huisamen £31,800 for approving misleading mini-bond promotions…