United Kingdom

BoE walks back stablecoin restrictions, caps holdings remain
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14 October, 2025

BoE walks back stablecoin restrictions, caps holdings remain

The Bank of England is considering offering exemptions to the proposed caps on the number of stablecoins that individuals and...
UK reopens door to digital asset exchange-traded notes
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13 October, 2025

UK reopens door to digital asset exchange-traded notes

The U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority has lifted its ban on crypto exchange-traded notes, citing a maturing market and improved product...
Swiss backs digital ID as UK critics flag risks for elderly
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8 October, 2025

Swiss backs digital ID as UK critics flag risks for elderly

Switzerland moves ahead with a national digital ID after a close vote, while the U.K. face criticism over fears the...
Bank of England governor sees potential in stablecoins
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6 October, 2025

Bank of England governor sees potential in stablecoins

BoE's Andrew Bailey says stablecoins can drive payment innovation and reduce U.K. bank reliance if they meet strict safeguards to...
Morocco, UNDP drive digital hub as biometrics reshape travel
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6 October, 2025

Morocco, UNDP drive digital hub as biometrics reshape travel

Morocco and the UNDP launch the D4SD Hub to lead regional digital transformation, as biometrics and digital wallets reshape the...
UK convicts 2 foreigners in record crypto laundering case
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2 October, 2025

UK convicts 2 foreigners in record crypto laundering case

A British court has convicted two people over a £5.5 billion BTC scam, marking the world's biggest crypto seizure after...