Coin base's Stand With Crypto Outlines Policy Ahead of UK Election

In a pre-election maneuver, stand with Crypto, an advocacy group with ties to the cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, has presented a set of policy recommendations to the United Kingdom. These recommendations come ahead of the UK’s general election scheduled for July 4, 2024. Notably, the major political parties in the UK have not addressed cryptocurrency in their official election manifestos. This stands in stark contrast to the growing influence of cryptocurrency on political campaigns in the United States.

Stand With Crypto, launched in the UK capital of London, held an introductory event at the House of Commons in May. This event was organized by the group’s advisor, George Osborne, who previously served as the Chancellor of the Exchequer. The event took place just days before the Conservative Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, called for a snap election, which surprised many political observers.

The policy recommendations outlined by Stand With Crypto encompass a wide range of issues about cryptocurrency regulation and development within the UK. The specific details of these recommendations have not yet been publicly disclosed. However, they are expected to address matters such as tax treatment of cryptocurrency holdings, regulatory frameworks for cryptocurrency exchanges, and potential recognition of certain cryptocurrencies as legitimate financial instruments.

The intervention of Stand With Crypto highlights the growing importance of cryptocurrency within the UK’s financial landscape. It also underscores the desire of the cryptocurrency industry to have a seat at the policy table and shape the regulatory environment that will govern its future operations. With the UK general election on the horizon, it remains to be seen whether the major political parties will acknowledge these recommendations and integrate their cryptocurrency-related policies into their manifestos.