The UK FCA plans to exempt certain aspects from traditional financial rules to better regulate the cryptocurrency industry

ChainCatcher news, according to the Financial Times, the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) plans to officially regulate crypto companies in 2026, exempting certain traditional financial rules that do not apply to the industry, including requirements for management, system controls, and "cooling-off periods," in order to accommodate the high volatility characteristics of crypto assets.

The FCA stated that it will strengthen regulations related to cybersecurity to ensure alignment with actual risks.