What changed
With applications for authorisation opening from 30 September 2026, firms need this guidance now to help them prepare This follows legislation set out by the Government in February 2026 to bring cryptoassets into UK regulation Getting ready for regulation starts with understanding how the regime applies to your business
Why it matters
Regulatory risk around crypto markets can change volatility, liquidity, or sentiment. The concrete detail to watch is with applications for authorisation opening from 30 September 2026, firms need this guidance now to help them prepare
Trading lens
Use this as watchful context from fca.org.uk. Watch whether this follows legislation set out by the Government in February 2026 to bring cryptoassets into UK regulation confirms momentum, invalidates active bias, or changes timing.