From Seizures to Mining Rigs: How Governments Built Massive Bitcoin Holdings

In 2025, the roster of nation-states holding BTC quietly shifted, and what follows is a look at the top five countries sitting on large caches of the world’s leading crypto asset. Seized, Mined, Stockpiled: How Governments Became Major Bitcoin Holders in 2025 Early this year, in May, estimates put the United States’ bitcoin stash at … Read more

UK Plans TradFi‑Style Crypto Rules, Eyes Ban on Political Crypto Donations

The U.K. Treasury is preparing a sweeping crypto regulatory framework for 2027 that will bring digital assets under rules similar to traditional finance. Officials argue the reforms will give firms long‑term certainty and strengthen the U.K.’s appeal as a crypto hub. New Framework Aims for Clarity and Consumer Protection The U.K. Treasury is finalizing a … Read more

UK Regulator to Finalize Crypto Rules, Advance Stablecoin Framework in 2026

The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority plans to finalize crypto rules, advance sterling stablecoin regulation, and enable fund tokenisation in 2026 as part of a broader push to accelerate digital innovation. A Clear Path for Crypto and Stablecoins The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is set to significantly advance the regulation of the UK’s crypto sector in … Read more

Crypto Investor Gives Nigel Farage’s Reform UK Record-Shattering $12 Million Donation

Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, received a record $12 million donation from aviation and crypto investor Christopher Harborne. The donation has been described as the largest ever from a living individual in UK politics. Harborne’s Donation Gift Eclipses Previous UK Record Reform UK, a political party headed by Nigel Farage, has received a staggering … Read more

Ripple Flags UK Budget as Pivotal Moment With Digital Asset Power Moves Ahead

The UK’s Nov. 26 Budget stands as a pivotal chance to lock in clearer digital-asset policy, boost regulatory certainty, and propel innovation across stablecoins and faster settlement—momentum that could define the nation’s global edge, according to Ripple. Ripple Sees Nov. 26 Budget Driving Fierce Race for UK’s Digital Asset Edge Ripple shared last week that … Read more

‘Cash to Crypto’ Swaps Fund Global Crime, Says UK National Crime Agency

UK authorities have stepped up efforts to dismantle crypto-linked money laundering networks, warning that cash couriers are a vital link between illicit cash and digital assets. Cash Couriers Bridge Physical and Digital Crime United Kingdom (UK) authorities have intensified efforts to disrupt crypto-linked money laundering networks, warning that cash couriers remain a critical link in … Read more

Cleartoken Gets UK FCA Approval to Launch Regulated Digital‑Asset Settlement

Cleartoken wins UK approval to run a regulated digital‑asset settlement service for crypto, stablecoins and fiat. Cleartoken Depository Limited (London) receives Financial Conduct Authority authorization to operate a regulated Delivery‑versus‑Payment settlement system that nets and settles trades in cryptoassets, stablecoins and fiat currencies, the company announced on Nov. 11, 2025. The service is designed to … Read more

Bank of England Proposes £20,000 Limit in Landmark Stablecoin Framework

The Bank of England proposed rigorous rules for sterling stablecoins, including allowing up to 60% of reserves in short-term UK debt and setting £20,000 limits per individual, aiming to protect consumers while securely expanding digital money adoption. Bank of England Proposes Sweeping Rules to Regulate Sterling Stablecoins The Bank of England moved to strengthen oversight … Read more

Coinbase Unveils UK Savings Account Paying 3.75% AER Daily on Deposits up to £85K

Coinbase has ignited a major leap in U.K. crypto adoption, debuting a regulated savings account that fuses traditional banking with digital finance and offers high-yield, FSCS-protected returns for British users. Coinbase Launches Regulated Savings Account for UK Users Coinbase has strengthened its foothold in the United Kingdom with the introduction of a regulated savings account, … Read more

BoE Says UK Stablecoin Rules Will Roll out ‘Just as Quickly as the US’

Bank of England deputy governor vows UK stablecoin regime will be implemented promptly, with temporary holding limits. Bank of England Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden tells a London conference on 5 November 2025 that the UK will unveil a proposed stablecoin regime on Monday and aims for it to be “up and running, just as quickly … Read more