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UK MPs challenge banks over refusal to provide services to crypto companies

Published

11 August 2026

Topic

regulatory

Sectors

Fintech

Geography

United Kingdom

Source

Read at fstech.co.uk

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Fusion42 · 12 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

UK MPs have challenged UK banks over their refusal to provide banking services to crypto companies, highlighting the sector's growth barriers amid upcoming regulatory changes that require FCA licensing for crypto firms.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech.

◆ The Wire takeaway

You face a growing policy push to unblock UK bank services for licensed crypto firms now regulated by the FCA. This can open crucial market access if you prepare your compliance to align with the new regime.

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