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UK to regulate crypto like traditional assets in landmark move

Digital assets won't get a bespoke regime, but there are still many questions to answer

The Treasury has tried to bring greater clarity to the murky world of crypto regulation
The Treasury has tried to bring greater clarity to the murky world of crypto regulation Photo: Luke MacGregor/Getty Images

The UK plans to regulate crypto like traditional assets, but experts have warned that significant holes remain in the new regime.

Exchanges could have to meet new admission and disclosure requirements when they create digital assets, according to a Treasury announcement on 30 October.

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