FCA opens crypto authorization window ahead of 2027 UK regime

Crypto businesses should apply by Feb. 28, 2027, while existing money laundering registrations will not convert into FCA authorization. Source: Cointelegraph

Crypto businesses should apply by Feb. 28, 2027, while existing money laundering registrations will not convert into FCA authorization. Source: Cointelegraph

The cross-chain protocol said it actively prevents stolen funds from being laundered, drawing a contrast with THORChain’s position that it does not selectively censor transactions. Source: Cointelegraph

Aiden Pleterski was allegedly behind a crypto Ponzi scheme between 2021 and 2022 that resulted in a kidnapping and related criminal charges. Source: Cointelegraph

The crypto company is seeking a valuation of up to $6 billion, well below its 2022 peak, as recently listed crypto stocks struggle to hold their gains. Source: Cointelegraph

With the failed cloture vote on the CLARITY Act, the SEC announced updates on how federal securities laws could apply to token issuers, following similar guidance from the CFTC. Source: Cointelegraph

Eligible institutions can pledge Benji-issued fund shares for stablecoin credit lines while keeping the underlying assets in off-exchange custody. Source: Cointelegraph

Fairshake pledged an initial $30 million on media opposing the Democratic candidate in Ohio’s Senate race in what some see as a repeat of spending by the crypto industry in 2024. Source: Cointelegraph

Strategy sold 1.47 million MSTR shares for $246.2 million, using the proceeds for Bitcoin purchases and STRC preferred stock repurchases. Source: Cointelegraph

Bitcoin fell below $83,000 to start the week amid US-Iran war developments but remains up more than 40% for Q3 ahead of key inflation and jobs data. Source: Cointelegraph

Ether withdrawals are scheduled to return Tuesday and USDt on Wednesday as Bitget restores services following last week’s $388 million hack. Source: Cointelegraph