https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/ Free, independent UK guidance on owning cryptoassets and digital assets. Plain-English guides to HMRC tax rules, FCA regulation, safe storage, scams and asset explainers — fact-checked against gov.uk, HMRC and FCA primary sources. en-gb https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/fca-landmark-crypto-rules-june-2026/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/fca-landmark-crypto-rules-june-2026/ Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Regulatory milestone (30 June 2026): The FCA published final crypto firm rules with an authorisation window from September 2026 to February 2027 and a mandatory regime from October 2027. Regulation improves firm standards; it does not guarantee token prices. Read our explainer and the gov.uk source for official dates. https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/systemic-stablecoin-regulation-uk/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/systemic-stablecoin-regulation-uk/ Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Stablecoin policy (30 June 2026): UK authorities set out joint Bank of England and FCA oversight for payment-focused stablecoins that could pose systemic risk. Holders should still treat stablecoins as risky — not FSCS-protected bank deposits. See our stablecoin guides and the gov.uk joint statement. https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/fca-regime-2027/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/fca-regime-2027/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Regulatory milestone: Parliament brought crypto activities into UK financial regulation and firms face a defined authorisation timeline ending in late 2027. Use Firm Checker before transferring money — authorisation improves standards, not investment returns. Our timeline guide explains consumer-facing dates. https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/carf-starts-2026/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/carf-starts-2026/ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT CARF reporting (1 January 2026): UK crypto service providers must collect customer identity and transaction data for HMRC under the Cryptoasset Reporting Framework. This supports international tax transparency — it does not replace your Self Assessment duty. See our CARF hub and gov.uk guidance. https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/new-crypto-rules-to-unlock-growth-and-protect-customers/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/new-crypto-rules-to-unlock-growth-and-protect-customers/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Regulatory milestone (15 December 2025): The government and FCA confirmed the path to full crypto authorisation — building on earlier consultations and leading to final rules in June 2026. Exchanges and custodians will need FCA approval on a fixed timetable. This summary is independent — confirm dates on gov.uk. https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/uk-based-crypto-business-shut-down-following-worldwide-complaints/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/uk-based-crypto-business-shut-down-following-worldwide-complaints/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT Enforcement action (10 July 2025): UK authorities wound up a crypto-related business after worldwide complaints about customer harm. Always verify firms on the FCA register, ignore cold calls, and assume you can lose your entire stake. We summarise the announcement — confirm facts on gov.uk. https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/insolvency-service-appoints-first-dedicated-crypto-specialist-to-help-recover-on/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/insolvency-service-appoints-first-dedicated-crypto-specialist-to-help-recover-on/ Mon, 09 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT Enforcement action (9 June 2025): The Insolvency Service appointed its first dedicated crypto specialist to trace and recover digital assets in insolvency cases. Relevant if a platform fails or you are an executor dealing with a deceased person's wallets. Official detail is on gov.uk. https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/digital-assets-act-2025/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/digital-assets-act-2025/ Sat, 01 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT Legislation milestone: England and Wales now clarify in statute that digital assets can be treated as property for ownership, succession and certain legal proceedings. Useful for wills and probate — not for picking investments. Our estate guides explain practical steps; the enacted text is on legislation.gov.uk. https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/new-bill-introduced-in-parliament-to-clarify-crypto-s-legal-status/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/new-bill-introduced-in-parliament-to-clarify-crypto-s-legal-status/ Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT Legislation milestone (11 September 2024): A government bill was introduced to confirm that certain digital assets can be treated as property under English and Welsh law — a precursor to the Property (Digital Assets etc) Act 2025. Helpful context for wills and disputes. Read the gov.uk announcement for the official timeline. https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/circular-004-2024-cryptoasset-confiscation-order-provisions/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/circular-004-2024-cryptoasset-confiscation-order-provisions/ Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT Criminal law update (26 April 2024): The Home Office published Circular 004/2024 on cryptoasset confiscation orders — powers used in serious crime cases, not routine tax disputes. We summarise why it matters for understanding UK enforcement; solicitors should read the full circular on gov.uk. https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/circular-005-2024-cryptoasset-forfeiture-provisions/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/circular-005-2024-cryptoasset-forfeiture-provisions/ Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT Criminal law update (26 April 2024): Circular 005/2024 explains how cryptoasset forfeiture provisions work alongside confiscation powers in criminal proceedings. Relevant to defendants and lawyers — not to everyday CGT filing. Our summary is editorial; legal detail is in the official publication. https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/tax-return-reminder-for-cryptoasset-users/ https://digital-assets.co.uk/news/tax-return-reminder-for-cryptoasset-users/ Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Tax reminder (9 January 2024): HMRC reminded cryptoasset users to check whether gains or income require a Self Assessment tax return — including swaps, staking rewards and airdrops. Keep exchange CSVs and use our tax hub; this is not HMRC advice. See the gov.uk news item for the official wording.