The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will lift the ban on crypto exchange-traded notes (cETNs) for retail investors from October 8, 2025. The previous restrictions, instated in January 2021, were due to volatility concerns. This change marks a significant shift, indicating a more mature understanding of crypto assets by regulators.
Industry leaders have welcomed this decision as a progressive step, with Ian Taylor from CryptoUK stating it reflects a more balanced approach to consumer risk. However, despite this positive move, crypto derivatives remain banned, with the FCA committed to monitoring high-risk investments.
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