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UK FCA and HTX in talks to settle first-ever illegal crypto marketing case

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13 Aug 2026

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The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is in settlement discussions with crypto exchange HTX over allegations of unauthorized crypto promotions to UK customers. This marks the FCA's first court enforcement action against a crypto firm for illegal marketing, following HTX's extensive promotions on major social media despite warnings. The case highlights the FCA's willingness to pursue overseas firms and enforce crypto marketing rules, signaling stricter regulation ahead. HTX also faces UK sanctions linked to Russia, complicating the situation further.

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