The UK is picking winners for its digital dollar future while Coinbase CEO cries foul

admin February 25, 2026 Leave a Comment

Coinciding with the FCA’s announcement of its stablecoin trial, Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong criticized the U.K.’s regulatory process, saying it puts the region’s global crypto leadership at risk.

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