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Blockchain.com Secures FCA Registration in UK

Analysis based on 9 articles · First reported Feb 10, 2026 · Last updated Feb 10, 2026

Sentiment
60
Attention
4
Articles
9
Market Impact
Direct
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Market Impact

The registration of Blockchain.com with the United Kingdom===Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is a positive development for the cryptocurrency market in the United Kingdom, signaling increased regulatory clarity and potential for growth. This move is expected to boost investor confidence and facilitate broader adoption of crypto services.

Cryptocurrency Financial services Technology
Event Summary

Blockchain.com, a global crypto leader, has officially been registered with the UK United Kingdom===Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to operate as a crypto asset business. This registration allows Blockchain.com to offer brokerage, custodial, and institutional-grade crypto services across the United Kingdom in compliance with respected financial regulations. This milestone follows the company's securing of a MiCA license last year, enabling services across the European Economic Area. The move solidifies Blockchain.com's UK operations and positions it for future growth as the UK government and the FCA develop a comprehensive regulatory regime for the digital asset sector, with Blockchain.com intending to apply for full authorization under the new permanent regime in 2027.

Key Actions
100 Blockchain.com registered with UK United Kingdom===Financial Conduct Authority United Kingdom===Financial Conduct Authority
70 Blockchain.com secured MiCA license European Economic Area
Entities Involved
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Blockchain.com
Blockchain.com has officially been registered with the UK United Kingdom===Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to operate as a crypto asset business, solidifying its presence in the UK and setting the foundation for institutional and retail growth. This registration enables the company to deliver brokerage, custodial, and institutional-grade crypto services across the UK in compliance with financial regulations.
Importance 100 Sentiment 70
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United Kingdom===Financial Conduct Authority
The United Kingdom===Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has registered Blockchain.com, allowing it to operate as a crypto asset business in the UK. The FCA is actively developing a comprehensive regulatory regime for the UK's digital asset sector.
Importance 80 Sentiment 50
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United Kingdom
The United Kingdom's digital asset sector is at a pivotal time as its government and the United Kingdom===Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) develop a comprehensive regulatory regime. The registration of Blockchain.com with the FCA reinforces the UK's position as a global leader in financial innovation.
Importance 70 Sentiment 40
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Peter Smith
Peter Smith, CEO, Founder and Executive Chairman at Blockchain.com, emphasized the company's deep British roots and its commitment to working with the United Kingdom===Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and UK policymakers.
Importance 50 Sentiment 60
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Nic Cary
Nic Cary, Co-founder and Vice Chairman at Blockchain.com, highlighted the company's long-term commitment to building responsibly within the UK's respected regulatory environment.
Importance 40 Sentiment 60
alliance
European Economic Area
Blockchain.com previously secured its MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) license, which allows it to provide crypto services across all 30 European Economic Area (EEA) countries under a unified regulatory framework.
Importance 20 Sentiment 30
Relationships
Blockchain.com related ↔ United Kingdom
Peter Smith related ↔ Blockchain.com
Nic Cary related ↔ Blockchain.com
United Kingdom===Financial Conduct Authority related ↔ Blockchain.com
United Kingdom related ↔ United Kingdom===Financial Conduct Authority
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