The FCA Relaxes Retail Exposure Limit for Crypto ETN Products, But Derivatives Ban Remains

BlockBeats News, August 1st, According to official sources, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced today that retail investors are allowed to trade crypto ETN products on approved UK-based Recognised Investment Exchange (RIE) platforms, subject to compliance with financial promotion rules to ensure information transparency and prevent inappropriate incentives.

Despite the opening of trading channels, such products are still not protected by the UK Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), and relevant companies must also comply with the Consumer Duty.

The FCA's retail ban on crypto derivatives remains in effect, and it will continue to monitor the market dynamics of high-risk investment products to promote the development of an overall regulatory framework for crypto assets.