UK FCA Opens Consultation on Crypto Rules, Comments Due Feb. 12, 2026

The UK Financial Conduct Authority opened a consultation on proposed cryptocurrency regulation rules on Dec. 16, with a comment deadline of Feb. 12, 2026, BlockBeats reports. The proposal covers authorization and disclosure requirements for firms operating in crypto markets, safeguards against market manipulation, requirements for cryptoasset trading platforms, obligations for intermediaries, policies for staking and lending arrangements, parameters for DeFi services, and prudential regulation for participants. David Geale, head of payments and digital finance at the FCA, said the goal is to put in place mechanisms that protect consumers, support innovation and foster trust, noting the regulator has made significant progress toward its crypto regulation plan and is helping companies meet standards and complete registration while awaiting further legislation.