Market Chatter: UK Said to Begin Cryptoasset Regulation in 2027

11:36 PM EST, 12/14/2025 (MT Newswires) -- The UK will initiate cryptoasset regulation from October 2027, with the new legislation set to be presented to the parliament later on Monday, Reuters said in a same-day report, citing the finance ministry. Under the new legislation, companies involved in crypto will be covered by current financial rules. The Bank of England and the Financial Conduct Authority aim to finalize their rules by 2026-end, according to the report. The British ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment from MT Newswires. (Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)