Synopsis
The UK is now moving rapidly to position itself as a global centre for cryptoassets and stablecoins. At the heart of this strategy is the phased implementation of a regulatory regime which provides the necessary guardrails without stifling innovation.
This conference brings together policymakers, industry experts, and practitioners for an in-depth analysis of the UK’s new regulatory regime for cryptoassets and stablecoins. The summit will provide a timely opportunity to learn about the practical implications for firms, investors, and the broader financial sector.
Key topics include:
- Updates from regulators and policy makers on legislative developments and regulatory priorities.
- Detailed sessions on the regulation of fiat-backed stablecoins, trading platforms, and new requirements for custody and safeguarding.
- Analysis of the phased rollout of the regulatory framework, including what to expect in subsequent phases.
- Comparative perspectives on how the UK’s approach aligns with or diverges from international frameworks, such as the EU’s MiCA regulation, the U.S. Genius Act, the U.S. Digital Asset Market Clarity Act and developments in other major markets.
- Practical guidance on compliance, authorisation processes, and adapting business models to meet new standards for consumer protection and market integrity.
- Discussion of the regime’s potential impact on innovation, competition, and the evolving relationship between established financial institutions and digital asset firms.
Lord Holmes of Richmond MBE
David GealeExecutive Director
Financial Conduct Authority
Oliver TonkinCo-founder and CEO
BCB Group
Sam Hinton-SmithHead of International Public Policy
Stripe
Luke HoldenDeputy Head of Illicit Finance (Cryptoassets and Tech Enablers)
National Economic Crime Centre
George MorrisPartner
Simmons & Simmons
Stephan DreyerManaging Director
ANNA
Emma LovettExecutive Director, Markets – Digital Assets
J.P. Morgan
Rory TannerHead of UK Government Affairs and Public Policy
Revolut
Sabih BehzadHead of Digital Assets & Currencies Transformation, Managing Director
Deutsche Bank
Rhiannon ButterfieldPrincipal Policy Advisor
UK Finance
Phoebe ZhouGlobal Head of Client Solutions
HSBC
Karel LannooChief Executive
The Centre for European Policy Studies
Keith GroseSenior Country Director
Coinbase UK
Rowan VarrallRegulatory Affairs Director
Digital Token Identifier Foundation
Barney ReynoldsPartner
Sullivan & Cromwell
Julian SawyerCEO
Zodia
Director & Head of Policy, Europe
Coinbase
Azariah NukajamHead of Regulation and Compliance (UK)
Gemini
Emma JoyceChief Revenue Officer
GBBC
Matthias Bauer-LanggartnerHead of Policy, Europe
Chainalysis
Ian TaylorCOO, ht.digital and Board Advisor, CryptoUK
Riccardo Tordera-RicchiDirector of Policy & Government Relations
The Payments Association
Polina EvstifeevaAuthor, CryptoReg Insights
Executive in Residence, GDF
Heather O’GormanHead of Digital Assets
fscom
Tony CraddockFounder
The Payments Association
Ouida TaaffeEditor
Financial World
Francisco ParenteAssociate Director, FinTech and Digitalisation
ICMA
Laura NavaratnamUK Policy Lead
CCI





