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Bitpanda Expands Crypto Services in the UK After FCA Approval: Top Cryptos for 2025

Bitpanda has received authorization from the UK's FCA to operate in the country, signaling a significant expansion of its crypto services.

Crime

UK Crypto Broker Leaps to Safety During Kidnapping Incident in Spain

A cryptocurrency broker from the UK made a harrowing escape by jumping from a balcony during a kidnapping attempt in Spain.

Finance

Man in the UK Aims to Purchase Landfill to Find Lost $784 Million in Bitcoin

A UK resident is looking to acquire a landfill site where he believes a hard drive containing a substantial amount of bitcoin was mistakenly disposed of years ago.

Finance

Coinbase Achieves Registration on UK Crypto Listing

Coinbase has become the largest crypto exchange in the UK after registering with the Financial Conduct Authority.

Finance

Uphold Restarts Crypto Staking in the UK Following Regulatory Changes

Uphold resumes its staking services in the UK after regulatory shifts clarify the legality of the practice.

Political Economy

UK's Keir Starmer Risks Big Loss Similar to Germany Over Bitcoin Sales

Amid financial strife, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer may consider selling the nation's substantial Bitcoin holdings, echoing Germany's costly mistake.

Crypto News

Andreessen Horowitz Closes London Office, Shifts Attention to US Crypto Landscape

Andreessen Horowitz's decision to shut its London office reflects a strategic refocus towards the United States amidst favorable crypto policies under President Trump.

Policy

New Economic Secretary Appointed in UK to Lead Digital Asset Initiatives

Emma Reynolds steps in as the new Economic Secretary, taking over from Tulip Siddiq amid controversies and focusing on the UK’s cryptocurrency strategy.

Policy

UK to Ban Public Crypto Offers

The UK is set to implement a ban on public offers of cryptocurrencies, according to a recent announcement by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Policy

Matthew Long: Key Figure in UK Crypto Regulation

Matthew Long, the director of payments and digital assets at the Financial Conduct Authority, oversees crypto firm approvals under strict regulations.

Policy

Pump.fun Shuts Out U.K. Cryptocurrency Traders Amid Regulatory Concerns

The memecoin platform Pump.fun has blocked access for U.K. traders following a warning from the Financial Conduct Authority.

Policy

UK to Create New Regulations for Cryptocurrency and Stablecoins Soon

The U.K. is set to introduce a regulatory framework for the crypto industry early next year amidst evolving regulations in the European Union.

Crypto

UK Lords Show Support for the Digital Assets Property Legislation

Members of the House of Lords express their backing for the digital assets property bill, emphasizing its importance for legal clarity and the crypto sector.