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Firms can begin applying for authorization from September 2026, and the FCA says it will separately consult on DeFi guidance and operational resilience later this year.","topics":["UK crypto regulation","FCA consultation","regulated cryptoasset activities","authorization timeline","activity-based perimeter","DeFi guidance","operational resilience","financial crime guidance","consumer duty/conduct standards"]},"source":"Decrypt RSS","source_domain":"decrypt.co","summary":"The regulator is seeking feedback on its interpretation of regulated cryptoasset activities under rules set to take effect in October 2027.","tickers":[],"title":"UK Sets Path to Crypto Regulation With FCA Consultation","url":"https://decrypt.co/364568/uk-sets-path-to-crypto-regulation-with-fca-consultation"}... |