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UK FCA Shares Concerns on Binance-Paysafe Deal
The United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has shared its concerns about the recent partnership between Binance Exchange and Paysafe.
UK Regulator Cracks the Whip on Deceptive Cryptocurrency Ads
The United Kingdom regulator intends to bring crypto promotions into line with other financial advertisements, to make sure these advertisements are transparent and fair.
British Lawmakers Sense Risks Over Use of Digital Pound
As talks about the release of a digital pound by 2025 are yet to happen, British lawmakers are already doubtful that their use could harm financial stability, raise the cost of credit and erode privacy.
Cryptocurrencies to Become a Standard Payment Option, Paysafe Study Shows
Multinational online payments company Paysafe has conducted a study, showing that 60% of the respondents believe that crypto purchases will become widespread in one year.
Crypto Investors Should Expect No Compensation From Government: UK Regulator
The head of the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) takes a harsh stance against victims of digital currency scams, opposing them to receive compensation from the government.
Crypto Can Stir Radical Improvements in Financial Services: BoE Deputy Gov
Deputy Governor of the Bank of England, Sir John Cunliffe has pointed out that cryptos are viable enough to push “radical improvements in financial services.”
Brevan Howard Is Launching a New Business Unit Focused on Crypto
UK Hedge Fund Firm Brevan Howard is developing a dedicated business unit for cryptocurrency investments. The company has hired a crypto talent to manage investments in cryptocurrencies and digital assets.
London-based Micropayment Platform pingNpay to Debut in 2022
London-based micropayment company pingNpay announced Monday to launch its network next year by providing a small amount payment platform to customers, according to its press release,
Kardashian's Instagram Cryptocurrency Promotion Irks UK Financial Watchdogs
British financial watchdogs are wary of investors' cryptocurrency investment risks introduced by well-known influencers such as Kim Kardashian West.
UK Billionaire Simon Nixon's Family Office Announces Plans to Enter Cryptocurrency Market
Seek Capital family office has decided to expand its investments into crypto assets by planning to hire an analyst who understands cryptocurrencies to help the firm manage crypto portfolios.
UK FCA Clears Binance, Saying Exchange Has Complied with its Demands
The FCA has come out to affirm Binance has met its regulatory requirements by issuing a notice clearing the exchange.
Paypal's Crypto Services to Land in UK this week
Digital payment giant Paypal said the company will officially launch its cryptocurrency service in the UK this week. Customers are expected to enjoy at least four cryptocurrency trading services.
Currency.com Joins UK's Crypto Trade Association CryptoUK as an Executive Member
Currency.com has officially announced that it will join CryptoUK, the trade association of the UK's encrypted digital industry, as an executive member. It commits to share best practices and recommend how the sector responds to industry developments.
Santander Blocks Payments by UK Account Holders to Binance
Spanish banking giant Santander follows Barclays to ban payments from UK customers to Binance cryptocurrency exchange.
UK Barclays Bank Restricts Customers from Sending Funds to Binance Exchange
Barclays Bank in the United Kingdom has halted payments to Binance just a few days after the regulator FCA imposed a ban.