United Kingdom

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.
UK advances digital wallet development after ID mandate scrap
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26 January, 2026

UK advances digital wallet development after ID mandate scrap

The U.K. is advancing a digital wallet for government credentials, despite recent backlash against mandatory digital ID plans by its...
UK’s AI approach in finance risks harm to consumers and systems
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23 January, 2026

UK’s AI approach in finance risks harm to consumers and systems

U.K. regulators face criticism over AI oversight in finance, risking consumer safety and economic stability, a Parliamentary Committee report warns.
The Philippines bans Grok, following Indonesia and Malaysia
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22 January, 2026

The Philippines bans Grok, following Indonesia and Malaysia

The Philippines joins Malaysia and Indonesia in banning AI chatbot Grok amid rising concerns over deepfake misuse and non-consensual images.
UK considers social media ban for under-16s following Australia
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20 January, 2026

UK considers social media ban for under-16s following Australia

U.K. Prime Minister Kier Starmer considers a social media ban for under-16s, citing growing concerns over children's mental health and...
UK makes progress on digital verification for alcohol sales
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16 January, 2026

UK makes progress on digital verification for alcohol sales

U.K. is set to implement digital verification for age checks on alcohol sales, but the timeline was pushed beyond 2025...