Britain and America must shape the rules for digital assets together Opinion Digital assets are not just a fintech trend, they are changing how value is created, exchanged and settled in the global economy, says Lord Kulveer Ranger The race to shape the rules for digital assets is no longer theoretical — it is already underway, and it is moving fast. Across the world, governments are beginning to [...]
Premier League players could be paid in crypto as blockchain evolves Sport Business Premier League football players could have their salaries paid for in crypto, a new report into the future of the blockchain suggests. After over £400m was spent in the 2024-25 sporting season on deals and sponsorships, it has been suggested that digital currencies could replace traditional payments for player transfers and salaries. In 2021 Spanish [...]
Reform will make the UK a crypto powerhouse Opinion Reform will turn the UK into a crypto powerhouse – and take young voters seriously, writes chairman Zia Yusuf.
Lord Cruddas’ CMC Markets takes control of blockchain firm May 7, 2025 CMC Markets, the firm founded by Conservative Peer Lord Peter Cruddas, announced on Wednesday it had acquired a majority stake in StrikeX Technologies. The London-based trading firm upped its holding in the blockchain firm to 51 per cent from 33 per cent previously. Shares in CMC Markets were up 0.3 per cent in midday trading [...]
Argo Blockchain shares tumble as it prepares to suspend trading amid widening losses April 30, 2025 Argo Blockchain has seen its stock tumble as it prepares to suspend trading of its shares over issues with its accounts as it posted widening losses. The crypto miner’s shares fell as much as 25 per cent as it conceded it had failed to finalise its accounts by the deadline required by London listing rules, [...]
The UK is at risk of missing out on the crypto revolution January 19, 2025 Crypto is not a curiosity or a fad, it’s set to transform financial services – and as with any true innovation we must be prepared to experiment and sometimes fail, says Lord Ranger The soaring office towers of Canary Wharf stand as testimony to Britain’s golden era of smart regulation and financial ingenuity, cementing London’s [...]
How high will bitcoin go? December 5, 2024 Bitcoin has finally broken through the $100,000 mark, a few hours after Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell referred to the cryptocurrency as “digital gold“. The surge in bitcoin’s value from $50,000 in February of this year can be attributed to several factors but the largest by far has been the US presidential election. Former president [...]
City minister battles for UK to issue blockchain gilts October 2, 2024 City minister Tulip Siddiq is pushing for the UK to begin issuing gilts on the blockchain, despite resistance from other areas of the government. ‘Digital gilts’ would be a government bond issued and traded using blockchain technology, and Siddiq has been fighting for the prospect to modernise the UK financial system. “The underlying asset would [...]
FCA makes first crypto-related sting against Coinbase subsidiary July 25, 2024 Crypto company CB Payments Limited (CBPL) has been slapped with a £3.5m fine after the Financial Conduct Authority made its first ever crypto sting.
Real-World Assets on the Blockchain: Unlocking New Investment Opportunities April 22, 2024 Have you ever wanted to invest in real estate, artwork, or commodities, but found the process too complex or expensive? Enter Real-World Assets (RWA) on the blockchain – a game-changing concept that's making investing more accessible and providing efficient liquidity for everyone.