British Pension Fund Joins Bitcoin Rush, Invests 3% Of Its Total Assets In BTC

In a major adoption boost for Bitcoin, a United Kingdom-based pension fund has added the bellwether crypto to its balance sheet.

UK to introduce stablecoin legislation within months

The UK is expected to introduce laws regulating stablecoins within a few months, according to a spokesperson from Circle. Circle, the issuer of the USD Coin (USDC), anticipates these laws will be in place soon, as stated in a CNBC…

FCA doubles down on hawkish crypto stance to fight money laundering

The FCA is defending its stringent crypto firm registration process despite concerns that the approach may hinder innovation. The U.K. Financial Conduct Authority is reaffirming its commitment to a rigorous registration process for crypto businesses, addressing concerns that these tough…

Blockchain.com execs face court over delayed financial disclosures: report

Blockchain.com executives face prosecution, with court proceedings underway as Companies House intensifies its enforcement measures. British crypto provider Blockchain.com is facing legal action after two senior executives were charged over the company’s failure to file accounts on time, The Telegraph…

UK trader denies charges in first-ever illegal crypto ATM prosecution

A London trader has pleaded not guilty to operating an illegal crypto ATM business and laundering $395,000 in criminal cash. Habibur Rahman, a crypto trader from East Ham, London, has pleaded not guilty to charges related to operating an illegal…

Frieze London 2024 roundup: Digital and crypto art take center stage in London this week

A wide array of digital pieces and crypto-inspired art will be featured at Frieze London 2024 this week. Crypto.news brings you the highlights with selections from the Lumen Prize, Asprey’s Sigg Art Prize, Christie’s, and many more! Frieze London, an…

BoE exec warns of stability risks from shift to private settlement assets

Bank of England warns that failure to modernize central bank money could shift wholesale settlements to private assets, potentially risking financial stability. A Bank of England executive warns that failing to adapt central bank money to emerging technologies could push…