Last week, CryptoUK Executive Director Su Carpenter joined industry leaders at Stablecoins Unblocked 2026 to discuss the future of stablecoin regulation, adoption and consumer protection. The panel brought together representatives from the @CliffordChance, @Stripe, @AgantFinance, and @crypto_council during a pivotal week for the UK market, following the @bankofengland's updated framework for systemic stablecoin issuers and the @TheFCA's final rules for the UK’s new cryptoasset regime. While the UK has made meaningful progress, the discussion made clear that adoption will depend on more than regulatory clarity alone. Firms also need proportionate implementation, a workable authorisation process, clearer perimeter guidance, effective cross-border treatment and a tax framework that supports real-world stablecoin use cases. In her latest article, Su breaks down the key themes from the discussion and the wider shift from policy development to implementation. Read the full article: cryptouk.io/resources/stable…

The FCA has today published its final rules and guidance for the UK’s new cryptoasset regime, setting out what firms will need to do to operate in the UK. This is a landmark moment for the sector, following almost three years of policy development, discussion papers and consultations. David Geale, executive director of payments and digital finance at the FCA said: "This is a significant moment for crypto regulation in the UK. We’ve created a framework that doesn’t force firms to choose between regulatory certainty and room to innovate – this regime means they can have both in a stable, competitive home to build and grow." CryptoUK has been actively engaged throughout this process, working alongside our members to provide detailed industry feedback, highlight practical implementation challenges and support the development of a regime that protects consumers and markets while enabling responsible innovation. The final rules provide important clarity for firms preparing for authorisation, including how the FCA Handbook will apply, requirements for specific regulated activities, stablecoin issuance, admissions and disclosures, market abuse, and prudential standards. The FCA has also set out further guidance on areas including Consumer Duty, operational resilience and its approach to international cryptoasset firms. Some areas remain subject to further policy development and consultation, including DeFi, DLT, cryptoasset derivatives, stablecoin-related policy, audit requirements, and savings and transitional provisions. Key milestones include: 🔹 Pre-application support meetings available from 6 Jul 2026 🔹 Authorisations application window running from 30 Sep 2026 to 28 Feb 2027 🔹 New regime coming into force on 25 Oct 2027 With the final rules now published, the focus turns to implementation and authorisation readiness. Firms should use the period ahead to assess how the rules apply to their activities, prepare for the FCA gateway and monitor further policy development. CryptoUK will continue to work closely with members as they assess what the final rules mean in practice, providing a forum to raise questions, share feedback and highlight areas where further clarification may be needed. If you have questions on the final rules, or feedback on how the regime may affect your business, please get in touch with the CryptoUK team: buff.ly/sKtv2oj

Stablecoins are no longer a future concept. They are increasingly being discussed by policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, payment providers, and technology firms as part of the next evolution of financial services. That's why we're pleased to be supporting Stablecoins Unblocked on 1 July in London, bringing together experts from across the ecosystem to explore the role stablecoins could play in payments, financial markets, tokenisation, and the broader digital economy. The event will feature discussions on regulation, consumer protection, geopolitical developments, institutional use cases, tokenised finance infrastructure, and the growing importance of non-USD stablecoins in a rapidly changing global landscape. CryptoUK's Executive Director, Su Carpenter, will also be joining the programme to share her perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing stablecoin adoption in the UK. Find out more about the event: buff.ly/WENfLvt We also have an exclusive offer available for CryptoUK members interested in attending the event. Get in touch to find out more: buff.ly/WENfLvt