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UK FCA Opens Consultations on DeFi Guidance and Crypto Regulatory Perimeter

  • —GC26/7 sets out how SYSC 15A, SYSC 6 and money laundering rules apply to firms using DeFi
  • —CP26/36 clarifies exclusions from regulated cryptoasset activities, including proprietary trading
  • —Authorization applications opened September 30, 2026, with a February 28, 2027 deadline
  • —Both consultations accept feedback until November 18, 2026
Why it matters: The UK is defining DeFi access and stablecoin rules before its 2027 regime, shaping operating conditions for crypto firms in the market.
Source: The Crypto Times
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