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Investor who lost 8k Bitcoins in dump sues local council
An investor lost over 8,000 BTC after his hard drive was scrapped. Now, he will sue the UK council because he was not allowed to dig it up. According to The Telegraph, former engineer James Howells lost 8,000 Bitcoins (BTC)… дальше »
2023-9-11 14:42
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The UK releases key ambitions for global AI summit
The officials in the U.K. released their priorities for the upcoming global AI summit, during which they plan to focus on risk and policy. дальше »
2023-9-5 16:36
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UK lawmakers call for global alliance to tackle misuse of AI
UK lawmakers suggest drafting a bill to help establish effective AI governance. In four years, the adoption of AI has surged by a remarkable 270%. дальше »
2023-9-3 22:18
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UK may ban crypto investment cold calls
The UK government has proposed banning unsolicited cold calls for all consumer financial products and services, including cryptocurrencies. HM Treasury released a consultation document this week. The ban aims to protect consumers from investment fraud, which has surged as criminals… дальше »
2023-8-25 19:36
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UK FCA unveils guidelines for crypto operators ahead of ‘Travel Rule’ enforcement
From Sep. 1, 2023, crypto businesses in the UK will be legally required to collect, verify, and share transfer information, under the so-called "Travel Rule" дальше »
2023-8-18 22:35
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PayPal announces halt on UK crypto purchases
PayPal has announced that it will temporarily pause crypto buying services in the UK starting from Oct. 1, 2023, with a planned resumption in early 2024. The latest decision, outlined in an email to select users on Aug. 14, comes… дальше »
2023-8-16 13:11
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Bank of England releases new paper on Ripple use cases
The Bank of England (BoE) has released a new paper that explores the use of Ripple’s Interledger Protocol for synchronized settlement of payments. The new step taken by the Bank of England shows the increasing interest of central banks in… дальше »
2023-8-2 12:36
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Privacy concerns raised as UK government advances Online Safety Bill
The U.K. Parliament is currently reviewing the Online Safety Bill (OSB) which could change the face of internet regulation дальше »
2023-7-29 18:51
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The Sandbox and the British Museum bring art and history to the metaverse
The partnership between The Sandbox, the British Museum and laCollection intends to make artifacts in the museum’s collection more accessible. дальше »
2023-7-28 13:09
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Worldcoin may face UK data regulators inquiry days after launch: Report
The project has faced criticism from within the fintech world over its dystopian features and privacy concerns.
дальше »2023-7-25 14:19
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UK court grants appeal from Craig Wright in Bitcoin rights lawsuit
The decision reverses a prior ruling, allowing Craig Wright to appeal a lawsuit claiming copyright to the Bitcoin white paper and database. дальше »
2023-7-22 23:00
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UK FCA to introduce permanent digital sandbox for technology startups
The UK's FCA said the Digital Sandbox to support technology firms will be permanently available as from August 1 дальше »
2023-7-21 21:22
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UK won’t regulate cryptocurrencies as a form of gambling
UK's Financial Services Minister, Andrew Griffith, warns that categorizing crypto assets as gambling would cause disagreements with global and EU regulators дальше »
2023-7-21 21:13
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UK Economic Secretary rejects regulating crypto as gambling, advocates for financial services framework
Andrew Griffith, U. K’s Economic Secretary to the Treasury, has rejected the Parliament Treasury Select Committee’s recommendation to regulate cryptocurrency trading as gambling, according to a response published on July 20. дальше »
2023-7-21 19:30
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Rapid shift in Bitcoin liquidity reflects strong holder conviction
Quick Take The latest data reveals that a significant portion of the Bitcoin supply, approximately 15. 2 million, is deemed illiquid. In other words, these are held by entities that aren’t regularly selling or trading, potentially implying a long-term investment strategy. дальше »
2023-7-21 19:00
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UK financial watchdog announces launch of permanent Digital Sandbox in August
According to the FCA, the sandbox will be open to businesses, startups and data providers, including those involved in banking, investment, lending and payments. дальше »
2023-7-21 19:00
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Bank of England governor calls crypto ‘extremely speculative’
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey declares cryptocurrencies as “extremely speculative investments” and emphasizes the need for enhanced digital money. During his recent London Financial and Professional Services Dinner speech, Bank of England’s governor Andrew Bailey expressed skepticism towards cryptocurrencies.… дальше »
2023-7-11 15:03
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UK sets deadline for crypto industry to tackle misleading ads or face severe penalties
In a bid to regulate the communication of information regarding crypto-related products, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has introduced new rules that specifically target companies operating in the United Kingdom. дальше »
2023-7-6 04:14
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New UK crypto ad laws will go into effect in October
The United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) said the new financial promotions regime would apply to crypto assets starting October 8. In a July 4 letter, the financial regulator outlined several legal routes for firms to promote crypto assets to U. дальше »
2023-7-5 21:40
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UK financial watchdog reminds crypto firms of October deadline for marketing compliance
Companies operating in the U.K. will have only “four routes to lawfully communicate cryptoasset promotions” in order to be in compliance with the FCA’s regime. дальше »
2023-7-5 18:26
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House of Lords conducts final review of financial services bill before returning to House of Commons
During a session in the House of Lords, lawmakers in the upper house of the United Kingdom Parliament voiced their support for the Financial Services and Markets Bill. дальше »
2023-6-20 20:00
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Binance withdraws registration in UK amid global crackdown
Binance limits its services in unfavorable jurisdictions as regulatory authorities worldwide tighten their scrutiny. Binance UK is canceling its registration with banking regulators. On June 7, Binance UK requested to cancel its registration from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The… дальше »
2023-6-20 16:23
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Crypto Biz: Crypto outflows surge, a16z’s UK office, and the silent altcoins ban
A tight regulatory environment in the United States, coupled with soaring interest rates, is forcing crypto companies to rethink their business strategies. дальше »
2023-6-17 21:30
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UK grants Bitstamp official authorization to operate as cryptocurrency exchange
Bitstamp UK Limited and Interactive Brokers Limited have recently become the latest additions to the list of registered organizations in the UK. дальше »
2023-6-15 17:58
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Bitcoin holds strong as inflation causes chaos on UK markets
In an in-depth analysis by the CryptosRUs YouTube channel, recent developments in the global cryptocurrency markets are examined against the backdrop of rising inflation in the UK and US and significant crypto initiatives in China. In recent weeks, UK and… дальше »
2023-5-25 16:53
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UK sees over 40% surge in crypto-related fraud cases
The United Kingdom’s Action Fraud has revealed that cryptocurrency-linked fraud cases have increased in the past year, reaching 306 million pounds ($378 million). Authorities have proposed regulating the UK’s web3 space, like its gambling sector. Despite a significant increase in crypto… дальше »
2023-5-25 13:15
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UK panel proposes treating crypto trading as gambling
The Treasury Select Committee, a prominent cross-party group of U.K. lawmakers, has released a report suggesting that retail investing in unbacked cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, should be regulated similarly to gambling. дальше »
2023-5-17 20:01
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UK citizen pleads guilty to cybercrime with over $794k in losses
UK citizen Joseph James O’Connor will spend many years behind bars after pleading guilty to orchestrating SIM swapping and other cyber attacks that defrauded victims of $794,000 in crypto. Joseph James O’Connor, a 23-year-old notorious cyber criminal who orchestrated the… дальше »
2023-5-10 15:10
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UK’s watchdog cracking down on illegal crypto ATM operators
Using its powers under money laundering regulations, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has raided crypto ATMs suspected of being illegally operated across England дальше »
2023-5-6 22:39
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British MP Lisa Cameron calls for cryptocurrency regulation
According to British MP Lisa Cameron, she refrains from investing in cryptocurrency to maintain objectivity in legislation, but she still recognizes the need for ongoing regulation. дальше »
2023-5-2 21:07
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UK Treasury seeks input on taxing DeFi staking and lending: Finance Redefined
The UK Treasury is seeking input on taxing the DeFi space, and on provisions around staking and lending.
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UK’s FCA is looking to collaborate with crypto entities
The FCA is reportedly interested in developing a regulatory framework for crypto in collaboration with crypto firms. However this move does not sit well with the US who claim its all being done wrong. дальше »
2023-4-26 16:48
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Crypto firms face resistance from UK banks
As of a recent Bloomberg report UK banks are making it hard for crypto firms. This comes as the US continues to enforce regulations on crypto firms as well. дальше »
2023-4-3 13:13
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UK government announces ‘robust’ crypto regulation as part of economic crime plan
The focus on crypto regulation was part of the U.K. government’s plan to fight economic crime, which also included addressing law enforcement's ability to seize and store assets. дальше »
2023-3-31 00:14
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UK government not going forward with NFT issuance
The government of the United Kingdom has dropped plans to issue a non-fungible token (NFT), which was first proposed in April 2022 and scheduled for issuance in June 2022. The United Kingdom’s Economic Secretary to the Treasury, Andrew Griffith, said… дальше »
2023-3-29 01:09
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CryptoUK calls on regulators to address de-banking of digital asset firms
The trade association said many banks in the U.K. had begun imposing blanket bans on dealing with crypto firms “instead of taking a risk-based and case-by-case approach.” дальше »
2023-3-22 20:30
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Silicon Valley Bank collapse: Everything that’s happened until now
Events surrounding Silicon Valley Bank are moving fast. Here is a breakdown of the major developments over the last week.
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Blockchain.com closes its asset management arm
Blockchain. com, a crypto services company, is suspending operations of its asset management subsidiary. The service had been operational for less than a year and appeared to be the latest casualty of the ongoing crypto winter. дальше »
2023-3-10 17:17
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Technical discussions take center stage at Advancing Bitcoin conference in London
Here’s a look back on the highly technical conference in London, where ordinals, silent payments and the Lightning Network were studied and discussed. дальше »
2023-3-7 16:39
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UK banks HSBC, Nationwide to ban crypto purchases with credit cards: Report
The banks join a growing list of financial institutions in the country tightening restrictions on digital assets.
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HSBC, Nationwide Banks Crack Down On Bitcoin And Crypto Access
Two of the U.K.’s largest banks have imposed further restrictions on their customers’ ability to acquire cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2023-3-2 22:45
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Bank of England has no tech skills to issue CBDC yet: Deputy governor
BoE deputy governor Jon Cunliffe compared a potential digital pound with Apple’s iPhone app store as it could “open a new frontier for people to improve payments.” дальше »
2023-2-28 16:29
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HSBC restricts crypto purchases on FCA advice
HSBC does not allow crypto purchases using their cards starting Feb. 23 due to possible customer risk. The financial giant claims that the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has warned against investing in crypto assets, considering them high-risk and speculative investments.… дальше »
2023-2-28 12:45
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UK FCA warn crypto companies to comply with new ad regime or face imprisonment
The United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) warned crypto companies to comply with the country’s new financial promotions regime or face up to two years imprisonment, according to a February 6 statement. дальше »
2023-2-6 16:40
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Binance Lauds United Kingdom’s Proposals To Properly Regulate Cryptocurrencies
Binance, a top cryptocurrency exchange by trading volumes and client count, has praised the United Kingdom’s decision to consult as they look to establish a framework that will see cryptocurrencies better regulated, spurring adoption in the region. дальше »
2023-2-1 17:00
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86% of UK Crypto Firms Fall Short of Anti-Money Laundering Standards, FCA Reveals
On Friday, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) revealed that only 41 crypto firms had passed its regulatory approval scrutiny out of 300 applicants. дальше »2023-2-1 00:43
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City of London, British trade groups form new digital currency advocacy alliance
The UK capital’s governing body is partnering with the Digital Pound Association and other trade groups to promote good crypto policy and practice and the UK’s position as a global financial center. дальше »
2023-1-12 22:45
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United Kingdom Treasury To Consider Launching GBP Stablecoin
Alongside its interest in increasing crypto adoption in its region, the United Kingdom is now planning to launch its own stablecoin – a digital pound, according to Andrew Griffith, an economic secretary to the UK Treasury. дальше »
2023-1-12 19:30
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UK crypto crime cases up over 30 percent since 2021
crypto-linked frauds and scams has increased by over 30 percent in the United Kingdom since 2021. дальше »
2022-11-29 14:26
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UK Legislators Plan to Hold an Inquiry on NFT Regulation and Investment Risks
NFT regulation in the U.K. is “essentially non-existent,” according to the DCMS committee, and MPs intend to evaluate the assets before a review by the treasury department. Seeking Public Opinion on NFTs The UK’s Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee… дальше »
2022-11-5 02:00
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