Evening digest: Bitcoin stalls, UK gilt yields hit 2008 highs

On Friday, Bitcoin traded sideways while UK borrowing costs saw a sharp increase with Amazon reportedly planning an AI-integrated smartphone. Super Micro computer stock fell sharply after being caught in a federal indictment involving the company's co-founder. дальше »

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UK shuts down crypto exchange Zedxion after sanctions probe ties platform to Iranian networks

Britain’s company register has moved to dissolve cryptocurrency exchange Zedxion, accused of processing funds for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. According to a notice published on its website, Britain’s company register, Companies House said Zedxion has been shut down due… дальше »

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Till Death or Seed Phrase: Woman Accused of Spying on Husband, Stealing $172 Million in Bitcoin

Bitcoin Magazine Till Death or Seed Phrase: Woman Accused of Spying on Husband, Stealing $172 Million in Bitcoin A UK woman is accused of spying on her husband and stealing $172 million in Bitcoin from his hardware wallet. дальше »

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UK lawmakers push crypto donation ban over foreign interference fears

A cross-party parliamentary committee in the UK has called for an immediate halt to cryptocurrency donations to political parties. It warned that existing safeguards are not strong enough to prevent risks to national security and democratic integrity. дальше »

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UK committee pushes for political crypto donation ban over foreign influence risks

UK lawmakers are raising concerns over the risks tied to crypto donations, which they claim can open the door to foreign influence in political financing. In its latest report, the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy urged a moratorium… дальше »

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XRP Price Prediction: XRP Targets $1.61 as Operation Atlantic Fights Crypto Fraud and Pepeto’s Live Exchange Gives Traders the Protection the Market Desperately Needs

The US Secret Service, UK National Crime Agency, and Canadian authorities launched Operation Atlantic targeting approval phishing and crypto investment fraud. As crypto crime grows, the retail sector needs protection more than ever. дальше »

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PayPal expands PYUSD stablecoin to users in 70 countries

PayPal is rolling out its PYUSD stablecoin in 68 additional countries beyond the US and UK, aiming to reduce cross-border fees and offer rewards on holdings. дальше »

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UK Man Claims Estranged Wife Stole 2,323 Bitcoin From His Hardware Wallet

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UK man accuses estranged wife of stealing 2,323 Bitcoin using hidden camera

A UK resident has accused his estranged wife of stealing over 2,323 Bitcoin from a Trezor hardware wallet, allegedly using a security camera to capture his seed phrase and wallet access codes. A court judgment filed in the UK’s High… дальше »

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Base58 Labs’ BASIS 2026 Blueprint Forges a New Standard for BTC, ETH, SOL & PAXG

London, UK, 17th March 2026, Chainwire дальше »

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US, UK, Canada launch joint operation to disrupt crypto fraud

Dubbed “Operation Atlantic,“ the effort involves law enforcement agencies from the three countries and is aimed at preventing phishing attacks involving cryptocurrencies. дальше »

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U.S., UK, Canada start Operation Atlantic to disrupt crypto approval-phishing scams

International law enforcement effort targets approval-phishing schemes tied to crypto investment fraud. дальше »

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Michael Saylor fires back as former UK Prime Minister says Bitcoin is a ponzi scheme

Michael Saylor has responded sharply after former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson criticized Bitcoin (BTC) and suggested that it resembles a Ponzi scheme. Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson criticizes Bitcoin Johnson described a conversation with a church acquaintance who… дальше »

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Revolut secures UK banking license enabling deposit and lending services

Revolut receives PRA approval to launch a UK bank, enabling FSCS protected deposits and new services for its 13 million UK customers. The post Revolut secures UK banking license enabling deposit and lending services appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Pro-Bitcoin politician Nigel Farage buys major stake in Bitcoin treasury firm Stack BTC

Farage's investment in Stack BTC could accelerate the UK's crypto sector growth, potentially positioning Britain as a global crypto hub. The post Pro-Bitcoin politician Nigel Farage buys major stake in Bitcoin treasury firm Stack BTC appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Ripple Celebrates UK FCA Approval as Tower Bridge Lifts for Crypto Milestone Event

Key Takeaways: Ripple has received EMI license and cryptoasset registration from the UK regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Ripple owns an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license in the European The post Ripple Celebrates UK FCA Approval as Tower Bridge Lifts for Crypto Milestone Event appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »

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Ripple Director Spotlights New Crypto Regulatory Milestone in UK

Ripple makes crypto regulatory headway in the UK and EU. дальше »

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Best Crypto Presale 2026: Pepeto Targets 100x Over BlockDAG and Digitap as UK Parliament Interrogates Coinbase on Stablecoin Risks

UK lawmakers just interrogated Coinbase’s top executive on the systemic risks of stablecoins, questioning whether digital currencies could drain bank deposits, and when sovereign governments start asking those questions publicly, it means the environment is shifting toward projects with real infrastructure. дальше »

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Revolut’s digital pound trial shifts the UK payments debate from crypto hype to consumer protections and clarity

Revolut is preparing to trial a pound-backed stablecoin inside a regulated stablecoin sandbox in the UK, with testing expected within the current quarter. While this might look like another fintech pilot in the long history of crypto payment tests, the more interesting part sits upstream of the token itself. дальше »

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X allows paid crypto promotions but bans them in EU, UK

X’s head of product, Nikita Bier, said the new paid promotion label is designed to help users monetize content while remaining transparent with followers. дальше »

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Crypto At The Casino? UK Weighs Letting Online Bettors Pay With Digital Currency

British gamblers searching for ways to bet with cryptocurrency are more likely to end up on an illegal website than a regulated one. That is part of what prompted the UK Gambling Commission to start asking whether something needs to change. дальше »

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UK Banking Heavyweight Barclays Weighs Major Step Into Blockchain-Based Payments And Deposits

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Barclays Bank Begins Exploring Blockchain for Payments

UK top bank Barclays is consulting suppliers to potentially help build a blockchain payments product. дальше »

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Barclays probes blockchain for banking functions like payments, deposits: Report

The UK lender is reportedly seeking a technology partner to support blockchain-based payments and deposits as stablecoin adoption accelerates across finance and Big Tech. дальше »

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Punters want crypto: UK Gambling Commission explores how to keep bettors on licensed sites

The Gambling Commission said there is increasing searches and consumer demand for crypto payments in the United Kingdom, which sometimes leads them to illegal websites. дальше »

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UK gambling regulator weighs allowing crypto payments for online betting

Any rollout would still require strict affordability and suitability checks, and crypto activity would need FCA authorization, Gambling Commission executive Tim Miller said. дальше »

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UK regulator weighs crypto as payment option for gamblers

The UK Gambling Commission's crypto exploration could reshape gambling regulations, balancing innovation with consumer protection and compliance. The post UK regulator weighs crypto as payment option for gamblers appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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UK investors have just one month to add crypto ETNs in tax-free wrapper: FT

The lifting of the ban on retail investors accessing crypto ETNs was seen as a major win in the adoption of crypto investments due to the possibility of it being added to products like ISAs. дальше »

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UK politician proposes ban on political crypto donations over foreign interference risks

Some Members of Parliament in the United Kingdom, led by the chairman of the Joint Committee on National Security Strategy, Matt Western, are pushing for a temporary ban on political crypto donations due to concerns over foreign interference. A letter… дальше »

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UK security committee chair urges temp ban on crypto political donations

The Reform UK party was the first to accept crypto donations in May last year, with leader Nigel Farage announcing the group is accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency contributions. дальше »

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Revolut among 4 companies chosen to test stablecoins in UK sandbox

The UK Financial Conduct Authority selected Monee, ReStabilise, Revolut and VVTX to test stablecoin issuance and payments in its regulatory sandbox beginning in Q1 2026. дальше »

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Coinbase CEO warns UK stablecoin caps threaten finance hub status

Coinbase Chief Executive Brian Armstrong has warned that proposed stablecoin restrictions in the United Kingdom could undermine the country’s competitiveness as a global financial center, as debates over digital-asset regulation intensify across major economies. дальше »

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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong pushes back on UK stablecoin caps

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has warned that proposed stablecoin rules in the United Kingdom risk undermining the country’s competitiveness as a global financial hub, arguing that draft measures could stifle innovation rather than support it. Coinbase CEO urges UK to… дальше »

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'Huge Win for the Ecosystem': Ripple UK Director Cassie Craddock Applauds Soci

Ripple UK Director Cassie Craddock welcomes Soci дальше »

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Izabella Kaminska: UK’s decline mirrors Soviet collapse | The Peter McCormack Show

The UK is experiencing socio-economic conditions reminiscent of a Soviet-style collapse. Sudden loss of trust in institutions can lead to chaotic environments, ripe for exploitation. Poland's integration of the former regime into the new structure helped stabilize its transition. дальше »

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FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 attract capital as investors rethink US valuations

Global investors are rotating into FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 as stretched US equity valuations, sector mix, yields, and FX stability make UK stocks look undervalued. The FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices are drawing increased international capital as investors… дальше »

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Winter Olympics Betting Heat: How Spartans Outshines bwin and BetTOM with Crypto Speed, and 33% CashRake Rewards

In the fast-paced world of online sports betting, finding platforms that combine reliability, variety, and innovation is key for every bettor. Platforms like bwin and BetTOM offer structured options for traditional players bwin with its long-standing sportsbook and casino offerings, and BetTOM focusing on simplicity and accessible UK markets. дальше »

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MoonPay and Deel test stablecoin payroll for 40,000 UK–EU firms

MoonPay and Deel will let tens of thousands of UK and EU firms pay staff in stablecoins, testing crypto payroll at scale before a planned U.S. rollout. MoonPay announced Tuesday it has reached an agreement to enable approximately 40,000 companies… дальше »

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UK PM Keir Starmer targets AI chatbots in new child safety push

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has outlined plans to bring AI chatbots under stricter online safety rules, warning that emerging technologies are reshaping childhood in ways policymakers can no longer ignore. дальше »

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Ben Habib: UK’s leaders are unworthy; a new political force is essential | The Peter McCormack Show

The UK lacks political leaders worthy of the prime minister role, indicating a leadership crisis. A new political force is essential to address the UK's underlying issues effectively. Joining the Reform party may compromise the integrity of genuine political conversion. дальше »

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Cardano, Avalanche, Sui And IOTA Submit Joint UK Crypto Rules Response

Organisations around Cardano, Avalanche, Sui and IOTA have filed a joint response to the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s CP25/40 consultation, arguing that the rulebook should draw hard lines around “custody and control” and avoid sweeping non-custodial crypto activity into regimes designed for intermediaries. дальше »

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U.S.-based DeFi group urges UK FCA to anchor crypto rules to 'unilateral control'

DeFi Education Fund says developers of non-custodial protocols should not be regulated as intermediaries under the U.K.’s proposed crypto regime. дальше »

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Crypto Market News Today: DeepSnitch AI 300% Bonus and 100x Projection Cause a Massive Influx of Investments, BNB and DOGE Dip

Crypto market news today: Deel partners with MoonPay for stablecoin salary payments in the UK/EU. DeepSnitch AI raises $1.57M at $0.03906, fueling 100x community hype and whale rotations via exclusive bonuses. дальше »

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Crypto Market News Today: Cosmos and Ronin Struggle, but DeepSnitch AI Is the Project Offering 250x Profits

Crypto market news today is headlined by the massive announcement that global payroll giant Deel will begin offering stablecoin salary payouts through a partnership with MoonPay. Starting next month in the UK and EU, employees can bypass traditional banking rails and receive their wages directly in non-custodial crypto wallets. дальше »

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UK government appoints HSBC for tokenized bond pilot

The UK appointed HSBC Orion for its DIGIT pilot to explore blockchain bonds, aiming to improve efficiency, cut costs and boost security. дальше »

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UK moves toward blockchain gilt issuance with HSBC digital bond pilot

Britain is preparing to test blockchain technology in its sovereign debt market, appointing HSBC and law firm Ashurst to lead a digital gilt pilot expected later this year. The move puts the UK on course to become the first G7 nation to issue government bonds on a blockchain network. дальше »

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UK Treasury taps HSBC’s Orion blockchain to pilot first G7 digital gilt

The UK's digital gilt pilot could revolutionize sovereign bond issuance, enhancing financial innovation and attracting global investment. The post UK Treasury taps HSBC’s Orion blockchain to pilot first G7 digital gilt appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Morning Crypto Report: Bitcoin Drops to $67,000 Amid CPI Caution, Ripple Targets UK Insurance Market for XRP Ledger, Dogecoin Creator Reacts to Satoshi Theories

It is midweek on the crypto market, and Bitcoin is trying to stabilize at $67K ahead of Friday's CPI data. Ripple partners with Aviva for UK insurance tokenization and Dogecoin's founder dismisses new Satoshi theories. дальше »

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UK central bank taps companies for distributed ledger settlement

The six-month central bank pilot brings together market infrastructure providers, banks and Web3 companies to assess how core UK markets could move onchain. дальше »

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UK ramps up crypto ad crackdown with legal action against HTX

The FCA accused HTX of continuing to target British users with illegal crypto promotions and said the firm ignored communication attempts. дальше »

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