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The UK’s FCA licenses Ripple’s UK unit to offer institutional crypto payment services, including its stablecoin, amid new regulatory clarity.
The UK’s FCA has authorized Ripple to operate crypto payment services through its UK subsidiary, granting it an Electronic Money Institution license and registration under anti-money laundering rules.
The approval allows Ripple to offer regulated payment and e-money services, including its dollar-backed stablecoin RLUSD, though only for institutional use.
The FCA’s new crypto licensing regime will open for applications in September 2026, with full implementation on October 25, 2027.
Firms must apply during a limited window, as existing registrations won’t automatically convert.
Ripple’s success stands out given the FCA’s high rejection rate, underscoring its compliance and financial strength.
The move signals growing regulatory clarity in the UK, contrasting with ongoing uncertainty in the U.S.
La FCA del Reino Unido otorga licencias a la unidad británica de Ripple para ofrecer servicios de pago de criptomonedas institucionales, incluida su moneda estable, en medio de una nueva claridad regulatoria.