FCA Sets Crypto Authorization Window Through Feb. 28, 2027, Ahead of Oct. 25, 2027 Regime Start

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published a final regulatory framework for crypto and set an authorization window running from September to Feb. 28, 2027, with the new regime scheduled to go live on Oct. 25, 2027. According to NS3.AI, crypto firms that already hold money laundering authorization will still be required to obtain new FCA authorization under the updated framework. The rules apply to a broad range of crypto market participants, including trading platforms, custodians, stablecoin issuers, staking companies, and other intermediaries.