Blockchain.com (BTCC) Secures FCA Registration, Expands UK Crypto Services

Blockchain.com (BTCC) has received Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) registration, allowing it to offer brokerage, custody, and institutional services in the UK under one of the world's strictest regulatory regimes, enhancing customer fund protection. Founded in the UK in 2011, the company has processed over $1.2 trillion in crypto transactions and serves 90 million wallets globally. The firm plans to apply for full FCA authorization when the process opens later this year, following its MiCA license, which enables operations across the European Economic Area. The UK's comprehensive cryptoasset regulatory regime is set to launch in 2027, positioning Blockchain.com to serve major regulated markets. The company is also reportedly considering a U.S. SPAC listing, joining a wave of crypto firms that have gone public since 2025, including Circle, Bullish, and eToro.