In response to new regulations imposed by the UK government, several crypto exchanges are taking necessary steps to comply. The regulations, part of the Financial Services and Markets Act, now include firms dealing with crypto and stablecoins, holding them to the same regulatory standards as traditional financial services.
For Coinbase’s UK users, compliance means disclosing their investor type and confirming their understanding of the high-risk nature of crypto investments. This aligns with guidelines from the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Coinbase has communicated to its UK users via email that both tasks must be completed to retain access to their accounts.
OKX, a Seychelles-based exchange, has also adopted a similar approach. Starting from January 8, UK users on OKX will be required to complete two questionnaires. The first questionnaire aims to ensure users are informed about the risks associated with crypto investments and will categorize users based on their investor profiles. The second questionnaire will inquire about users’ knowledge and experience in crypto investing to assess their understanding of certain topics and associated risks. Users who fail to complete these tasks risk losing access to their accounts.
Other exchanges, including Crypto.com and Gemini, have also expressed their commitment to meeting UK investor protection standards and ensuring that customers understand the risks involved in investing in crypto. They are actively working with local regulators to provide the necessary knowledge for users to make informed investment decisions.
The significance of January 8 is that individuals using these platforms are obligated to complete a declaration detailing their investor profile and participate in a questionnaire focusing on financial services and regulations. This declaration requires users to identify themselves as either high-net-worth individuals or restricted investors, depending on specific criteria. The ultimate objective of these procedures is to promote responsible trading and protect investors. As such, crypto firms are required to secure authorization or registration from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to promote cryptoassets to retail customers.
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