Original sourceMondaq
Summary
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published final prudential rules for crypto asset firms, setting the operational risk K-factor for qualifying stablecoins at 1% and simplifying market risk and counterparty default calculations. The new rules are incorporated into the FCA Handbook, providing…
Key points
- UK crypto firms can adjust capital planning and risk controls based on the final rules, facilitating compliant operations.
- The UK's clear prudential framework provides a reference for global regulatory convergence, reducing compliance costs for firms.
- Crypto asset firms can reduce capital charges on qualifying stablecoin activities, improving operational efficiency and making traditional finance partnerships easier.
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