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Crypto billionaires give $97 million to Reform UK, fueling concerns about money in politics
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Fusion42 · 12 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, received a record £72 million from two cryptocurrency billionaires, raising concerns about the influence of large political donations and prompting an investigation into potential breaches of electoral law regarding foreign funding.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Crypto & Web3, and 2 sources have reported it.
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Uk political donations rules face renewed scrutiny after crypto billionaires flood Reform UK with unprecedented funds. You must watch regulatory changes closely if your business relates to political finance or lobbying in the UK.
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