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UK FCA Seeks Input on DeFi Guidance for Regulated Firms
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Fusion42 · 23 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
The UK FCA published draft guidance clarifying how existing operational resilience and financial crime rules apply to regulated firms using decentralized finance, emphasizing that DeFi use does not exempt regulatory licensing requirements. The consultation closes November 18 with final guidance expected in Q1 2027.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 2 sources have reported it between 22 Oct 2026 and 23 Oct 2026.
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You must align your DeFi product with established FCA rules on financial crime and operational resilience to avoid licensing risks. This creates a regulatory path for DeFi in the UK but closes shortcuts through reliance on smart contracts alone.
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2 sources · first reported 22 Oct 2026 · latest 23 Oct 2026
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