Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency platform, has praised the UK government’s proactive approach towards the crypto industry in a recent blog post.
The UK government has launched the “Future financial services regulatory regime for cryptoassets” consultation to provide regulatory clarity, drive innovation, and prioritize consumer protection. Coinbase’s blog post highlights the potential for the UK to solidify its position at the forefront of the global cryptocurrency market.
As a hub for FinTech innovation, the UK has incubated and hosted some of Europe’s largest tech players. Former Economic Secretary to the Treasury, John Glen, expressed his support for the UK becoming a global hub for crypto-companies in April 2022. Andrew Griffith, Glen’s successor, echoed these sentiments and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to cryptoasset technology.
The blog post outlines key principles it believes the UK government must adhere to realize the “Global Britain” ambitions:
- Implement a cross-government blockchain and Web3 strategy to capitalize on the next wave of tech innovation and digitize the economy.
- Center digital assets in the City’s ongoing leadership strategy, reminiscent of the 1980s digitization-driven growth.
- Swiftly establish regulatory guardrails for the sector, taking cues from the MiCA framework and improving upon it.
According to Coinbase, by following these principles, the UK is well-positioned to become a trailblazer in the cryptocurrency revolution. The company emphasizes that a robust regulatory approach to cryptoassets, which protects consumers and fosters innovation, could place the UK ahead of other jurisdictions in this rapidly maturing industry.
Coinbase says it remains committed to working closely with policymakers and the wider industry to help the UK seize this opportunity and establish itself as the premier global financial center for the next digital and financial revolution. The crypto community, including Coinbase, eagerly awaits the consultation results, anticipating a bullish future for the UK’s cryptocurrency market and increased growth for the sector as a whole.
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