Crypto At The Casino? UK Weighs Letting Online Bettors Pay With Digital Currency

British gamblers searching for ways to bet with cryptocurrency are more likely to end up on an illegal website than a regulated one. That is part of what prompted the UK Gambling Commission to start asking whether something needs to change. дальше »

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UK Banking Heavyweight Barclays Weighs Major Step Into Blockchain-Based Payments And Deposits

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Barclays Bank Begins Exploring Blockchain for Payments

UK top bank Barclays is consulting suppliers to potentially help build a blockchain payments product. дальше »

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Barclays probes blockchain for banking functions like payments, deposits: Report

The UK lender is reportedly seeking a technology partner to support blockchain-based payments and deposits as stablecoin adoption accelerates across finance and Big Tech. дальше »

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Punters want crypto: UK Gambling Commission explores how to keep bettors on licensed sites

The Gambling Commission said there is increasing searches and consumer demand for crypto payments in the United Kingdom, which sometimes leads them to illegal websites. дальше »

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UK gambling regulator weighs allowing crypto payments for online betting

Any rollout would still require strict affordability and suitability checks, and crypto activity would need FCA authorization, Gambling Commission executive Tim Miller said. дальше »

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UK regulator weighs crypto as payment option for gamblers

The UK Gambling Commission's crypto exploration could reshape gambling regulations, balancing innovation with consumer protection and compliance. The post UK regulator weighs crypto as payment option for gamblers appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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UK investors have just one month to add crypto ETNs in tax-free wrapper: FT

The lifting of the ban on retail investors accessing crypto ETNs was seen as a major win in the adoption of crypto investments due to the possibility of it being added to products like ISAs. дальше »

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UK politician proposes ban on political crypto donations over foreign interference risks

Some Members of Parliament in the United Kingdom, led by the chairman of the Joint Committee on National Security Strategy, Matt Western, are pushing for a temporary ban on political crypto donations due to concerns over foreign interference. A letter… дальше »

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UK security committee chair urges temp ban on crypto political donations

The Reform UK party was the first to accept crypto donations in May last year, with leader Nigel Farage announcing the group is accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency contributions. дальше »

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Revolut among 4 companies chosen to test stablecoins in UK sandbox

The UK Financial Conduct Authority selected Monee, ReStabilise, Revolut and VVTX to test stablecoin issuance and payments in its regulatory sandbox beginning in Q1 2026. дальше »

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Coinbase CEO warns UK stablecoin caps threaten finance hub status

Coinbase Chief Executive Brian Armstrong has warned that proposed stablecoin restrictions in the United Kingdom could undermine the country’s competitiveness as a global financial center, as debates over digital-asset regulation intensify across major economies. дальше »

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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong pushes back on UK stablecoin caps

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has warned that proposed stablecoin rules in the United Kingdom risk undermining the country’s competitiveness as a global financial hub, arguing that draft measures could stifle innovation rather than support it. Coinbase CEO urges UK to… дальше »

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'Huge Win for the Ecosystem': Ripple UK Director Cassie Craddock Applauds Soci

Ripple UK Director Cassie Craddock welcomes Soci дальше »

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Izabella Kaminska: UK’s decline mirrors Soviet collapse | The Peter McCormack Show

The UK is experiencing socio-economic conditions reminiscent of a Soviet-style collapse. Sudden loss of trust in institutions can lead to chaotic environments, ripe for exploitation. Poland's integration of the former regime into the new structure helped stabilize its transition. дальше »

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FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 attract capital as investors rethink US valuations

Global investors are rotating into FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 as stretched US equity valuations, sector mix, yields, and FX stability make UK stocks look undervalued. The FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices are drawing increased international capital as investors… дальше »

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Winter Olympics Betting Heat: How Spartans Outshines bwin and BetTOM with Crypto Speed, and 33% CashRake Rewards

In the fast-paced world of online sports betting, finding platforms that combine reliability, variety, and innovation is key for every bettor. Platforms like bwin and BetTOM offer structured options for traditional players bwin with its long-standing sportsbook and casino offerings, and BetTOM focusing on simplicity and accessible UK markets. дальше »

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MoonPay and Deel test stablecoin payroll for 40,000 UK–EU firms

MoonPay and Deel will let tens of thousands of UK and EU firms pay staff in stablecoins, testing crypto payroll at scale before a planned U.S. rollout. MoonPay announced Tuesday it has reached an agreement to enable approximately 40,000 companies… дальше »

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UK PM Keir Starmer targets AI chatbots in new child safety push

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has outlined plans to bring AI chatbots under stricter online safety rules, warning that emerging technologies are reshaping childhood in ways policymakers can no longer ignore. дальше »

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Ben Habib: UK’s leaders are unworthy; a new political force is essential | The Peter McCormack Show

The UK lacks political leaders worthy of the prime minister role, indicating a leadership crisis. A new political force is essential to address the UK's underlying issues effectively. Joining the Reform party may compromise the integrity of genuine political conversion. дальше »

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Cardano, Avalanche, Sui And IOTA Submit Joint UK Crypto Rules Response

Organisations around Cardano, Avalanche, Sui and IOTA have filed a joint response to the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s CP25/40 consultation, arguing that the rulebook should draw hard lines around “custody and control” and avoid sweeping non-custodial crypto activity into regimes designed for intermediaries. дальше »

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U.S.-based DeFi group urges UK FCA to anchor crypto rules to 'unilateral control'

DeFi Education Fund says developers of non-custodial protocols should not be regulated as intermediaries under the U.K.’s proposed crypto regime. дальше »

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Crypto Market News Today: DeepSnitch AI 300% Bonus and 100x Projection Cause a Massive Influx of Investments, BNB and DOGE Dip

Crypto market news today: Deel partners with MoonPay for stablecoin salary payments in the UK/EU. DeepSnitch AI raises $1.57M at $0.03906, fueling 100x community hype and whale rotations via exclusive bonuses. дальше »

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Crypto Market News Today: Cosmos and Ronin Struggle, but DeepSnitch AI Is the Project Offering 250x Profits

Crypto market news today is headlined by the massive announcement that global payroll giant Deel will begin offering stablecoin salary payouts through a partnership with MoonPay. Starting next month in the UK and EU, employees can bypass traditional banking rails and receive their wages directly in non-custodial crypto wallets. дальше »

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UK government appoints HSBC for tokenized bond pilot

The UK appointed HSBC Orion for its DIGIT pilot to explore blockchain bonds, aiming to improve efficiency, cut costs and boost security. дальше »

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UK moves toward blockchain gilt issuance with HSBC digital bond pilot

Britain is preparing to test blockchain technology in its sovereign debt market, appointing HSBC and law firm Ashurst to lead a digital gilt pilot expected later this year. The move puts the UK on course to become the first G7 nation to issue government bonds on a blockchain network. дальше »

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UK Treasury taps HSBC’s Orion blockchain to pilot first G7 digital gilt

The UK's digital gilt pilot could revolutionize sovereign bond issuance, enhancing financial innovation and attracting global investment. The post UK Treasury taps HSBC’s Orion blockchain to pilot first G7 digital gilt appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Morning Crypto Report: Bitcoin Drops to $67,000 Amid CPI Caution, Ripple Targets UK Insurance Market for XRP Ledger, Dogecoin Creator Reacts to Satoshi Theories

It is midweek on the crypto market, and Bitcoin is trying to stabilize at $67K ahead of Friday's CPI data. Ripple partners with Aviva for UK insurance tokenization and Dogecoin's founder dismisses new Satoshi theories. дальше »

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UK central bank taps companies for distributed ledger settlement

The six-month central bank pilot brings together market infrastructure providers, banks and Web3 companies to assess how core UK markets could move onchain. дальше »

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UK ramps up crypto ad crackdown with legal action against HTX

The FCA accused HTX of continuing to target British users with illegal crypto promotions and said the firm ignored communication attempts. дальше »

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Blockchain.com gains FCA approval to offer regulated crypto services in the UK

Blockchain.com registers with UK FCA to offer crypto services, expanding its regulated footprint following MiCA approval in Europe. The post Blockchain.com gains FCA approval to offer regulated crypto services in the UK appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Gemini exit a ‘blow for policymakers’ with UK crypto hub ambitions

Industry groups and exchanges said the United Kingdom’s slow, overlapping crypto rules and compliance frictions are undermining its “global hub” ambition. дальше »

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Gemini Slashes Staff, Exits Europe Amid Crypto Downturn

SEC filing sets $11M restructuring charges as Gemini offboards UK/EU/AU users into withdrawal-only mode on March 5, 2026. The post Gemini Slashes Staff, Exits Europe Amid Crypto Downturn appeared first on Coinspeaker. дальше »

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Why Gemini is closing UK, EU, Australia accounts amid crypto market slump

Gemini Space Station, Inc. said it will place customer accounts in the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Australia into withdrawal-only mode from March 5, 2026, with full closures to follow on April 6, 2026. дальше »

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Gemini cuts 25% of staff and exits UK and EU markets amid ongoing crypto downturn

Gemini restructuring involves cutting 25% of staff, exiting UK, EU and Australia, focusing on US market and AI-driven platforms. The post Gemini cuts 25% of staff and exits UK and EU markets amid ongoing crypto downturn appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Sarah B. Rogers: Europe’s Online Safety Act threatens US free speech, 12,000 arrests for speech acts in the UK, and the chilling effects of vague regulations | All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

Growing tensions between US free speech values and European censorship laws threaten online discourse. The post Sarah B. Rogers: Europe’s Online Safety Act threatens US free speech, 12,000 arrests for speech acts in the UK, and the chilling effects of vague regulations | All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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The scorecard for an XRP investment thesis that separates Ripple licensing from XRPL utility signals

Ripple enters 2026 with new permissions in the UK and the EU. In January, Ripple said it received UK Financial Conduct Authority permissions covering an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license and cryptoasset registration. дальше »

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Top British Corporate BTC Holder Determined to Buy More

The CEO of the UK’s largest corporate Bitcoin (BTC) holder has pledged to keep buying "regardless of price". дальше »

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No, the UK hasn’t completely flopped on crypto

Popular opinion is missing the sea change in the UK’s crypto operating environment. Beneath regulatory criticism, the UK is accelerating its crypto evolution дальше »

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US Sanctions UK Crypto Exchanges Amid Iran-Related Woes

The US Treasury has taken the unprecedented step of blacklisting two UK-registered cryptocurrency exchanges for processing funds linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). It marks the first time entire digital asset platforms have been sanctioned under Iran-specific financial measures. дальше »

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Trump-Linked Crypto Firm Gets $500 Million Boost From UAE: Report

A US-linked crypto startup received a major foreign cash injection this week, stirring questions in Washington about money, access, and transparency. Reports say a UAE-backed investor paid roughly $500 million for nearly half of the company, a deal that was not widely known when it closed. дальше »

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Best AI Crypto Coins for 2026: ICP and Beldex Struggle Amid UK Inquiry, but DeepSnitch AI Can Deliver 100x and List on Top Crypto Exchanges

UK investigates stablecoins. We review the best AI crypto coins. ICP and Beldex struggle, but DeepSnitch AI can deliver 100x. дальше »

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UK House of Lords launches inquiry into stablecoin regulation

The UK House of Lords has opened a formal inquiry into stablecoin regulation. Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies designed to maintain a stable value by being pegged to assets such as fiat currencies, and their increasing use in payments and financial markets has attracted attention from regulators worldwide. дальше »

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UK Lords launch stablecoin inquiry as Bank of England moves to finalize rules

The parliamentary inquiry comes as regulators warn that stablecoins could drain bank deposits and reshape payments.

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Bank of England to prioritize systemic stablecoins and tokenised collateral policy in 2026

The Bank of England's 2026 focus on stablecoins and tokenized assets could significantly transform the UK's digital financial landscape. The post Bank of England to prioritize systemic stablecoins and tokenised collateral policy in 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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XRP Price Prediction Jan 2026: Ronin Holders Chase DeepSnitch AI as the Next Big Market Play With 100X Potential? Survey Reveals UK Banks Block 40% of Crypto Transfers

XRP price prediction debates resurface as holders shift interest toward DeepSnitch AI’s low-cap, high-upside presale, while survey data shows UK banks block 40% of crypto transfers. дальше »

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Dogecoin Price Prediction for January 2026: DeepSnitch AI Presale Nears Launch as XRP Rides Ripple’s Saudi Deal

Ripple has inked a blockchain partnership with Riyad Bank’s innovation arm, as of January 26, exploring cross-border payments and custody for Saudi Arabia’s $130 billion lender. And a US winter storm has delayed the Senate’s crypto market structure markup and SEC-CFTC harmonization meeting, while UK banks keep throttling adoption, with surveys showing 40% of transfers […] The post Dogecoin Price Prediction for January 2026: DeepSnitch AI Presale Nears Launch as XRP Rides Ripple’s Saudi Deal appeared first on CaptainAltcoin. дальше »

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UK ad watchdog bans Coinbase campaign for trivializing crypto investment risks

U. K. ’s advertising watchdog has banned a Coinbase campaign that allegedly downplayed the risks of crypto investing and touted the exchange as a solution to the country’s cost-of-living crisis. According to the U. дальше »

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UK watchdog bans Coinbase ads over cost of living messaging

The UK’s advertising regulator has moved to block a series of Coinbase advertisements, arguing that the campaign framed cryptocurrency as a response to cost-of-living pressures while downplaying investment risks. дальше »

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UK government forms AI public services team with Meta and Anthropic backing

UK forms AI public services team with Meta, Anthropic to enhance public services in transport, defense, and employment support. The post UK government forms AI public services team with Meta and Anthropic backing appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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