The BlackRock UK Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Product (ETP) has officially commenced trading on the London Stock Exchange, marking a significant development in the cryptocurrency market. This move follows the recent decision by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to relax its regulations regarding cryptocurrency, effectively lifting a ban that had previously restricted the trading of such financial instruments. As a result, investors in the UK can now gain exposure to Bitcoin through this new ETP, allowing for a more mainstream adoption of cryptocurrency investment options within traditional financial markets.
source: https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/10/20/blackrock-uk-bitcoin-etp-starts-trading-in-london-after-fca-eases-crypto-ban