Financial Conduct Authority

UK FCA picks 4 firms to test stablecoin innovation in its sandbox
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2 March, 2026

UK FCA picks 4 firms to test stablecoin innovation in its sandbox

The FCA has selected four firms for its stablecoin Regulatory Sandbox, aiming to shape future regulations and promote innovation in...
UK House of Lords Committee hears praise for stablecoins
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17 February, 2026

UK House of Lords Committee hears praise for stablecoins

U.K. Parliamentary Committee highlights stablecoins’ benefits for cross-border payments amid regulatory concerns from the FCA and BoE.
UK regulator signals final crypto rules by ‘early summer’
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9 February, 2026

UK regulator signals final crypto rules by ‘early summer’

David Geale says final crypto rules will be set in early summer, signaling a proportionate, competitive framework and support for...
UK House of Lords Committee launches stablecoin inquiry
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2 February, 2026

UK House of Lords Committee launches stablecoin inquiry

U.K. lawmakers open a House of Lords inquiry into stablecoins as FCA backs sterling tokens, reacting to global market growth...
UK FCA nears end of consultation on cryptoasset regulations
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29 January, 2026

UK FCA nears end of consultation on cryptoasset regulations

The FCA is finalizing regulations for digital currency firms in the U.K., emphasizing consumer protection and international compliance standards.
Tether launches US-facing stablecoin, Circle investors say ‘meh’
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28 January, 2026

Tether launches US-facing stablecoin, Circle investors say ‘meh’

Tether launches USAT, a U.S.-compliant stablecoin aimed at competing with USDC, while addressing regulatory challenges and expanding market adoption.