英國準備透過廣泛的監管措施加強加密生態系統

據報道，英國政府正在準備立法來監管穩定幣、加密貨幣質押、交易和託管。政府旨在將這些活動納入監管範圍，以解決客戶傷害、行為和財務穩定風險。該立法預計將於 6 月或 7 月實施，使英國的加密貨幣行業受到更嚴格的監管。

UK Poised to Enhance Crypto Landscape with Sweeping Regulatory Measures

英國準備透過全面的監管措施增強加密貨幣格局

London, April 15, 2023 - The British government is accelerating efforts to establish a comprehensive legal framework for the cryptocurrency industry, signaling a significant step towards legitimizing and regulating the rapidly evolving digital asset sector.

倫敦，2023 年 4 月 15 日 - 英國政府正在加緊努力，為加密貨幣行業建立全面的法律框架，這標誌著朝著使快速發展的數位資產行業合法化和監管邁出的重要一步。

According to Economic Secretary Bim Afolami, the government is diligently working to finalize legislation that will encompass a wide range of crypto-related activities, including stablecoins, crypto staking, exchanges, and custody services. "We aim to deliver this legislation swiftly to implement our final proposals," Afolami declared at the Innovate Finance Global Summit on Monday.

經濟部長 Bim Afolami 表示，政府正在努力完成立法，涵蓋廣泛的加密相關活動，包括穩定幣、加密貨幣質押、交易所和託管服務。阿弗拉米週一在創新金融全球峰會上宣布：“我們的目標是迅速通過這項立法，以實施我們的最終提案。”

Upon enactment, the anticipated regulations will bring a vast array of crypto asset activities within the regulatory perimeter for the first time. This move is expected to occur by June or July, bringing much-needed oversight to a sector that has largely operated in a regulatory void.

一旦頒布，預期的法規將首次將大量加密資產活動納入監管範圍。這項措施預計將在 6 月或 7 月實施，為這個基本上在監管真空中運作的行業帶來急需的監督。

The British government's plans to bring fiat-backed stablecoins under the purview of the Bank of England, the Financial Conduct Authority, and the Payment Systems Regulator were first announced in October 2022. This initiative aims to minimize customer harm and mitigate risks associated with stablecoins, particularly when used for payments.

英國政府計劃將法幣支持的穩定幣納入英格蘭銀行、金融行為監管局和支付系統監管機構的管轄範圍，該計劃於2022 年10 月首次宣布。幣相關的風險，特別是用於付款時。

Last February, the UK Treasury unveiled its proposed rules for the crypto sector, mirroring the intent to subject digital asset companies to the same regulatory standards as traditional financial institutions. The government's approach seeks to strike a balance between fostering innovation and ensuring consumer protection within the crypto space.

去年 2 月，英國財政部公佈了針對加密貨幣行業的擬議規則，反映出讓數位資產公司遵守與傳統金融機構相同的監管標準的意圖。政府的做法旨在加密領域促進創新和確保消費者保護之間取得平衡。

"Our robust regulatory framework aims to address the most significant risks while embracing the benefits of crypto technologies," the Treasury stated in its announcement. "This approach will enable this novel and thrilling sector to thrive safely, creating jobs and attracting investment."

「我們強大的監管框架旨在解決最重大的風險，同時享受加密技術的好處，」財政部在公告中表示。 “這種方法將使這個新穎而令人興奮的行業安全繁榮，創造就業機會並吸引投資。”

Despite the ongoing regulatory void, the crypto sector has experienced substantial growth globally. However, according to a recent Financial Action Task Force (FATF) report, less than 30% of jurisdictions worldwide have implemented specific regulations for the industry.

儘管監管空白持續存在，但加密貨幣行業在全球範圍內仍經歷了大幅增長。然而，根據金融行動特別工作組 (FATF) 最近的一份報告，全球只有不到 30% 的司法管轄區對該行業實施了具體法規。

"We liken virtual assets to water, flowing towards jurisdictions with less stringent regulations," said T. Raja Kumar, head of the FATF. "Criminals and terrorists swiftly exploit regulatory arbitrage opportunities. We cannot allow this to continue. Every link in the global chain must be robust; this is not a trivial matter."

FATF 負責人 T. Raja Kumar 表示：“我們將虛擬資產比作水，流向監管不太嚴格的司法管轄區。” 「犯罪分子和恐怖分子迅速利用監管套利機會。我們不能允許這種情況繼續下去。全球鏈條中的每個環節都必須健全；這不是一件小事。”

Furthermore, the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) reported a staggering 43,000 complaints about cryptocurrency scams in 2023, resulting in losses exceeding $3.9 billion. This represents a significant 53% increase compared to the previous year.

此外，FBI 網路犯罪投訴中心 (IC3) 報告稱，2023 年有關加密貨幣詐騙的投訴達到了驚人的 43,000 起，造成的損失超過 39 億美元。與前一年相比，這一數字顯著增加了 53%。

The UK's impending regulatory measures are a testament to the growing recognition of the need to address the risks and unlock the potential of the crypto industry. By establishing clear guidelines and enforcing appropriate oversight, the government aims to foster a vibrant and responsible crypto ecosystem that safeguards consumers, encourages innovation, and attracts investment.

英國即將採取的監管措施證明，人們越來越認識到需要解決風險並釋放加密產業的潛力。透過制定明確的指導方針並實施適當的監督，政府旨在培育一個充滿活力和負責任的加密生態系統，以保護消費者、鼓勵創新並吸引投資。

As the crypto landscape continues to evolve, it remains imperative for other jurisdictions to follow suit and implement comprehensive regulatory frameworks that balance innovation with consumer protection. Only through a concerted global effort can the industry mature and achieve its full potential.

隨著加密貨幣格局的不斷發展，其他司法管轄區仍必須效仿並實施全面的監管框架，以平衡創新與消費者保護。只有透過全球共同努力，該行業才能成熟並充分發揮潛力。