Written by Fraz Butt, Senior Director · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 14 September 2026 A token’s regulatory classification depends principally on the rights, interests and economic characteristics it represents, rather than on the technology used to issue or transfer it. For example, a token referencing or providing rights in gold may fall within the […]
Written by Marcia Howards, Senior Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 6 September 2026 UK crypto regulation is now built around a single FCA authorisation regime under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Cryptoassets) Regulations 2026. Any UK-facing business that operates a crypto trading platform, provides custody, issues a stablecoin, offers crypto […]
Written by Fraz Butt, Senior Director · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 24 August 2026 A UAE crypto business needs to consider the UK crypto regulation and incoming regime if it markets to, onboards, or otherwise serves UK-based clients, even without any physical UK presence. The UK is bringing cryptoasset activities within the Financial Conduct […]
The regulatory landscape for crypto lending and yield-generating products is rapidly evolving, with major jurisdictions converging on a common theme: products that offer returns on crypto assets are increasingly being treated in the same way as traditional financial investments. However, while this global direction of travel is clear, the legal pathways, levels of certainty, and […]
Written by Marcia Howards, Senior Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 3 June 2026 There is an estimated $100 billion worth of Bitcoin alone that is permanently inaccessible, held in wallets whose owners have died without leaving anyone the information to access them. This is not a problem of the future. It is […]
The question we are hearing most from crypto founders and business owners right now is a simple one: “Does this apply to me?” It is a fair question. The new UK cryptoasset regulatory framework, brought in by the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Cryptoassets) Regulations 2026, is comprehensive and covered in our complete guide […]
Written by Marcia Howards, Senior Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 4 March 2026 Short answer: your cryptocurrency can be inherited in the UK – but only if your executors can access the wallets or exchange accounts (i.e., the private keys/seed phrases or verified probate documents). Otherwise, funds may be locked forever. Updated […]
Written by Marcia Howards, Senior Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 7 March 2026 Short answer: Yes – many digital assets (including crypto‑tokens and NFTs) can be held in a UK trust, provided you plan access, custody, and tax properly. English law increasingly recognises certain digital assets as property, and HMRC treats cryptoassets […]
The world of cryptoassets is in a constant state of flux. What was once a niche interest for tech-savvy individuals has exploded into a mainstream phenomenon, attracting investors from all walks of life. As the digital asset landscape has grown, so too has the attention of regulators. The days of the “wild west” of crypto […]
