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FCA PS26/13: Application of the FCA Handbook for Regulated Cryptoasset Activities
Final rules on how the wider FCA Handbook (governance, senior managers, Consumer Duty, complaints, reporting) applies to cryptoasset firms.
Final, not yet in force · effective 25 Oct 2027 · part of UK cryptoasset regulatory regime (FSMA cryptoasset activities)
Key points
- Applies cross-cutting Handbook requirements to cryptoasset firms.[1]
- Responds to CP25/25 and CP26/4; the rules apply to firms authorised under FSMA on or after 25 October 2027.[1]
Timeline
- 30 Jun 2026 · FinalPS26/13 published.[1]
- 25 Oct 2027 · In force · upcomingRules apply at full commencement of the regime.[1]
Deployments operating under it
None recorded with a source yet.
Sources
- [1]Cryptoasset regime: final rules and guidance (policy statements PS26/9 to PS26/13) — Financial Conduct Authority, 30 Jun 2026. Accessed 12 Oct 2026.A