The UK’s top financial regulator just made a surprising pivot. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), known for its cautious stance on crypto, is planning to lift its ban on crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs) for retail investors. Yep, after years of saying “not on our watch,” the door might finally be creaking open. If the ETN … Read more
Retail investors may soon be able to buy crypto ETNs, as the country’s top financial regulator weighs investor protections with innovation. UK regulators are taking steps to boost growth in the country’s crypto industry. On Friday, June 6, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority proposed lifting a ban on crypto exchange-traded notes for retail customers. However, … Read more
On April 1, 2025, BlackRock became the 51st company approved by the FCA to register as a crypto asset firm. The company now joins well-known names like Coinbase, PayPal, and Revolut, which have also met the regulator’s strict compliance requirements. BlackRock can now operate its iShares Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Product (ETP) in the UK thanks to … Read more