UK FCA begins accepting crypto authorization applications
The UK Financial Conduct Authority opened its crypto authorization window on Sept. 30, 2026, and set Feb. 28, 2027 as the application deadline for firms that want their applications considered before the new regime starts. The regime is scheduled to take effect on Oct. 25, 2027, and it covers stablecoin issuance, trading platforms, custody, staking-related services, and other regulated cryptoasset services. [25290] [25432] [26110]
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Before this window opened, most UK crypto firms were mainly dealing with anti-money-laundering registration checks. The new process asks firms to apply for FCA authorization if they want to keep operating under the coming framework, which is described as covering stablecoins, trading platforms, custody, and staking-related services.
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