Representatives from BlackRock, JP Morgan, Mastercard, and policymakers gathered at the third annual London forum on digital assets to assess the development of the institutional network worldwide under the new UK crypto-structural policy.

United Kingdom, United Kingdom – Following the implementation of the new crypto asset reporting framework (CARF) by HMRC on January 1, global financial institutions, policymakers, and financial company leaders will gather at the 3rd annual London digital assets forum (DAF3) to evaluate how clearly the regulation addresses the development of digital assets in the UK.

'In 2025, London will maintain its status as a financial center, narrowing the gap with leader New York to just one point in the Global Financial Centers Index,' said Victoria Gago, co-founder of DAF. 'Thanks to its history as a Center for Financial Innovation and an evolving regulatory environment, London is creating fertile ground for a thriving climate in traditional finance. DAF3 will be a leading platform for the development of cross-sector partnerships that will further foster international cooperation in 2026.'

This year, despite the rapid growth of institutional economic slowdown, DAF3 will take place over two days and will conclude with a session dedicated to policy and regulation, tokenization, DeFi, and how institutional investors are navigating the digital asset space. Area experts are gathering in London to discuss the prospects for the upcoming year.

Among the speakers at the event are: Nihil Sharma from BlackRock; Emma Lovett from JP Morgan; Paul Worthington from Stripe; Dorothea Isenburg from Mastercard; Tim Grant from Deus X Capital; and Stani Kulechov from Aave.

The renewed growth of the London market extends not only to traditional markets but also to digital assets. In 2025, the FTSE index outperformed the S&P, and the UK fortified its position as a leading European center for digital assets, accounting for more regional experts as it develops, with the cryptocurrency adoption rate reaching 24% of the adult population.

In a recent report, Barclays Bank named 2026 as the 'year of strict regulation' as digital assets come under the jurisdiction of traditional financial institutions, and starting January 1 of this year, British tax residents will have to declare their income from cryptocurrency as capital gains. This standardization paves the way for increased institutional support for digital assets, and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has stated its intention to open a regulatory sandbox for the use of funds in stablecoins.

Deals focused on corporate and institutional models account for over 70% of investments in digital assets in the UK. This trend continues as institutional investors are ready to take advantage of regulatory clarity and the regulatory sandbox, which is present in the fintech sector. The transatlantic task force on future markets also promises deeper integration between US and UK capital markets, along with its first round of governance recommendations in March.

In addition to content, the Digital Assets Forum is designed as a forum for senior executives, focused on practical outcomes. In addition to the main discussions on the main stage, the event includes rooms for small, targeted sessions, two rooms for one-on-one meetings, and a separate space for press briefings and media interviews.

The agenda, equipment selection, and formats have been designed to allow senior executives to strategize, foster partnerships, and promote initiatives in a trust-based environment where the organization's interests come first.

Tickets and information are available at: www.eblockchainconvention.com/digital-assets-forum/

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About the 'Digital Assets' Forum:

For more information and registration for DAF, please visit the official website of the Digital Assets Forum.

The European Congress Convention, organized in 2018 in Barcelona and serving as the organizer of the Digital Assets Forum, has quickly become a leading event organizer in Europe. It selects industry professionals, innovative startups, and leading experts in technology. The event provides a platform for sharing experiences, developing collaborations, and exploring the use of cryptocurrencies, digital currencies, and digital assets.

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