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According to The Block, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published a new consultation paper seeking feedback on how to bring digital asset activities—including stablecoin issuance, trading platforms, custody, and staking—under regulatory oversight. The consultation period ends on 3 June 2026. Crypto firms will be able to begin applying for FCA authorization as early as 30 September 2026, and the new regulatory regime is expected to officially take effect in 2027. The FCA stated that, prior to the new regime coming into force, crypto assets are largely unregulated in the UK—except for financial promotions and anti-financial crime oversight. Industry insiders note that the UK’s progress on crypto regulation clearly lags behind Europe, which has already established a comprehensive enforcement framework; however, some practitioners view the FCA’s systematic, phased implementation approach positively.
Odaily News The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced that it is seeking industry feedback on guidance for the UK's future crypto asset regulatory regime, aiming to advance the implementation of a comprehensive regulatory framework set to take effect on October 25, 2027.According to the announcement, this consultation round will last until June 3, 2026, and aims to help businesses understand the impact of the new rules on their operations, while providing compliance guidance for key areas such as stablecoin issuance, crypto trading, custody, and staking. The FCA stated its intention to establish a "competitive and sustainable" crypto market, enabling compliant firms to better serve UK users.The FCA also disclosed that the relevant crypto firm authorization application channel is expected to open in September 2026 and remain open until February 2027. All institutions providing crypto asset services will in the future need to obtain authorization under the Financial Services and Markets Act (FSMA), and those previously registered under the anti-money laundering framework will not be automatically exempt. This guidance consultation is seen as a significant step in the UK's gradual improvement of its crypto regulatory system, marking an acceleration in its transition from partial regulation to a comprehensive licensing regime. (Cointelegraph)