digital-assets

uk-regulators

2026-08-11 08:54:57

UK Crypto APPG Presses Major Banks on Crypto Firm Access

The UK's Crypto and Digital Assets APPG has written to the CEOs of all major British banks, asking them to explain their treatment of crypto and digital asset firms. Co-chairs Gurinder Singh Josan and Lord Vaizey of Didcot signed the letter, which poses six questions about banks' current policies, whether they serve crypto firms, restrictions on related transactions and what determines those decisions. The group also asked whether banks will adjust their practices after the FCA's regulatory regime takes effect. The letter highlights that many crypto firms still struggle to open UK bank accounts, with some banks restricting payments. It follows a parliamentary inquiry into banking access launched on July 21, with written evidence accepted until August 31. A January survey by the UK Cryptoasset Business Council estimated that around 40% of transactions to crypto exchanges are blocked or delayed by banks. HSBC, NatWest, Monzo and Nationwide cap monthly transfers to crypto exchanges at £5,000 to £10,000, while Starling and Chase UK ban such transfers entirely. Economic Secretary Lucy Rigby said the government does not want FCA-regulated firms to face banking restrictions solely because of their industry. The FCA finished its rules in June; the regime becomes mandatory in October 2027.

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real-estate-t

2026-07-24 10:50:16

Real Estate Tokenization Explained: How It Works, Key Benefits, and How to Start

Real estate tokenization turns property rights into blockchain-based digital tokens, making ownership divisible and easier to trade. This article outlines how it works, its advantages, risks, and the basic investment process.

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digital-asset

2026-07-23 23:35:15

Digital Asset Outflows Hit Fifth Straight Week as Bitcoin Leads $215M Withdrawal

Digital asset investment products posted $288 million in weekly outflows, extending the losing streak to five weeks. Bitcoin led withdrawals, trading volume fell to $17 billion, and US investors remained the main source of redemptions while parts of Europe bought the dip.

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Fidelity

2026-07-23 18:40:15

Fidelity Plans FIDD Stablecoin Launch on Ethereum

Fidelity plans to launch FIDD, a U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin backed 1:1 by cash, cash equivalents, and short-term Treasuries, with an initial rollout on Ethereum for institutional and retail users.

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Truist

2026-07-23 06:15:16

Truist Misses Q4 EPS, Unveils $10 Billion Buyback and 2027 ROTCE Target

Truist reported Q4 2025 diluted EPS of $1.00, below the $1.09 consensus, while revenue also missed estimates. The bank paired the weak quarter with a new $10 billion share repurchase authorization and a 15% ROTCE goal for 2027.

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Axi

2026-07-23 03:05:14

Axi Adds Spot Crypto Trading, Letting Users Buy, Sell and Hold Digital Assets

Axi has launched Buy Crypto, a new spot trading feature that allows clients to buy, sell and hold digital assets directly on its platform, expanding beyond derivatives into direct crypto ownership.

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Indiana

2026-07-23 01:25:14

Indiana Advances HB1042 to Protect Bitcoin Ownership and Use

Indiana lawmakers are backing HB1042, a bill that would protect the right to own and use Bitcoin, ban discriminatory crypto taxation, and allow public pension funds to include digital assets.

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institutional

2026-07-10 15:13:13

Architect Financial Raises $35 Million at a $187 Million Valuation

Chicago-based Architect Financial Technologies has raised $35 million, reaching a valuation of about $187 million as institutional interest in multi-asset trading infrastructure and digital asset markets continues to grow.

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