The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is in the final consultation phase for crucial cryptocurrency regulations, with feedback on 10 proposals due by March 12, 2026. These proposals aim to align crypto market practices with traditional financial standards, addressing business conduct, credit purchases, regulatory reporting, asset protection, and retail collateral handling. As part of the UK's broader crypto strategy, the FCA plans to open applications for crypto asset service provider licenses in September 2026, pending finalization. This licensing regime will enforce stricter oversight, requiring crypto companies to secure FCA authorization to operate within the UK.