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Crypto Crackdown! FCA Arrests Masterminds Behind £1 Billion Operation
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), in conjunction with the Metropolitan Police, recently apprehended two individuals involved in operating an unregulated cryptocurrency exchange. This development marks a significant step in the ongoing effort to curb illicit use of cryptocurrencies in the region.
The arrested suspects, aged 38 and 44, allegedly facilitated transactions amounting to over £1 billion in unregistered digital assets. Their activities came under scrutiny from the FCA, leading to a thorough investigation.
The investigation included searches of offices and residences linked to the suspects in London, during which authorities seized several digital devices crucial to the case. Following their apprehension, both suspects were released on bail after receiving a police caution from the FCA.
Therese Chambers, the FCA’s Executive Director of Enforcement and Market Oversight, underscored the agency’s commitment to enforcing compliance within the crypto asset sector. She emphasized, “These arrests demonstrate our resolve to prevent cryptocurrency firms from engaging in unlawful activities in the UK.”
UK regulations mandate that cryptocurrency exchanges must be registered with the FCA, adhering to strict anti-money laundering guidelines. This regulatory framework is essential for ensuring transparency and combating financial crimes.
The FCA’s proactive measures reflect its dedication to safeguarding the integrity of the UK financial system amid the increasing popularity of cryptocurrencies. By maintaining a stringent approach, the FCA aims to protect investors and maintain trust in the financial markets.
Source: coinpedia.org
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DLA Piper’s crypto tokenization engine TOKO relaunches as Scintilla
Following a management buy-out by the management team at TOKO FZE, the business has been rebranded as Scintilla, the revolutionary platform providing on-chain solutions and services to make investments more inclusive, accessible, and efficient. Having been developed within DLA Piper’s Law& innovation portfolio, TOKO – now Scintilla has a fresh brand identity, new leadership, and innovative product offerings. Scintilla is set to reshape the future of finance by enabling businesses to unlock the power of blockchain technology across various asset classes, with DLA Piper remaining as a minority shareholder.
Regulated by Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), Scintilla is one of the first digital asset companies to gain full market licenses, marking a significant milestone in the sector’s landscape. Being a regulated entity underscores Scintilla’s commitment to the highest standards of compliance and security while pioneering new solutions for tokenization in the global market.
Innovating Finance Through Tokenization
Scintilla offers a comprehensive suite of tokenization services designed to bring liquidity, transparency, and efficiency to traditional finance sectors. From tokenized financial products, and real estate all the way to new legal funding products, Scintilla’s digital asset solutions enable clients to tokenize assets that were previously inaccessible to investors or illiquid.
Scintilla’s services include:
Advisory Services: The gateway to successful market entry. From initial opportunity assessment to strategic development of game-changing tokenization-based solutions.
Use Case Development: Bringing products to life. From initial POC development and iteration towards MVP all the way through to the full market launch.
Broker/Dealer Services: Creating new markets. Regulated primary market trading, ensuring the highest levels of trust and security within the tokenization space.
Exchange Services: Universal participation. Seamless, secure secondary trading of tokenized assets, with industry-leading technology and compliance standards.
Scintilla is uniquely positioned to capitalize on the confluence of Dubai’s world-leading regulatory environment, cutting-edge technology, and the burgeoning RWA market.
A New Era for Scintilla
The relaunch of Scintilla represents more than just a rebranding—it signifies the company’s growing ambition to lead in the digital asset space. With an expanded team of industry experts, including continuing Board representation from DLA Piper, and a clear strategic vision, Scintilla is set to drive the adoption of tokenization in traditional financial markets.
“Our relaunch marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Scintilla and the wider industry. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in digital finance while ensuring our solutions are underpinned by strong regulatory compliance,” said Tim Popplewell, CEO of Scintilla. “With our new suite of products and services, we are empowering investors to transform the way they manage and access value.”
Jean-Pierre Douglas-Henry, Managing Director, Sustainability and Resilience, DLA Piper added: “Innovation is a key strand in our business strategy. As our business focuses on developing and nurturing innovations that add significant value to our clients through our Law& innovation program, it is fantastic to see this solution spun out into the thriving digital asset space for the next stage of its growth and development.”
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