HTX Reaches FCA Settlement, Faces UK Crypto Promotion Ban Until 2031
HTX settles with the FCA, agreeing to restrictions on UK crypto promotions until 2031.
HTX settles with the FCA, agreeing to restrictions on UK crypto promotions until 2031. HTX DAO (HTX) is trading at ₹0.000155 ($0.00000163). This is an original Token Times brief based on reporting by Crypto.news, with live market data added, as of Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:00:01 UTC.
The settlement underscores regulatory pressure on crypto exchanges and the FCA's active role in enforcing compliance, impacting HTX's operations in the UK market.
- HTX settles with FCA, agrees to UK crypto promotion ban until 2031.
- Exchange has halted UK deposits and new registrations.
- FCA continues to enforce strict regulations on crypto platforms.
HTX, a cryptocurrency exchange, has reached a settlement with the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) that imposes significant restrictions on its operations in the country until 2031. The settlement includes court undertakings that prohibit HTX from promoting crypto services to UK customers for the next eight years.
The FCA has confirmed that HTX has already stopped accepting new registrations and deposits from UK customers, demonstrating the exchange's immediate compliance with the regulator's demands. This move follows increased scrutiny from the FCA on crypto exchanges operating within the UK.
The settlement is part of the FCA's broader efforts to regulate the crypto industry and protect consumers from potential risks associated with unregulated crypto services. The FCA has been actively enforcing compliance among crypto platforms, with HTX being the latest exchange to face regulatory action.
The broader market remains relatively stable, with the total crypto market cap at $2.78 trillion. 
Bitcoin has seen a slight increase of 0.79% in the last 24 hours, while the Fear & Greed index stands at 51, indicating a neutral market sentiment. 
HTX DAO, the native token of the exchange, is currently priced at $0.00000163, with a 24-hour change of +0.25% and a 7-day change of -0.99%, reflecting a market cap of $1.45 billion.
The HTX-FCA settlement underscores the importance of regulatory compliance for crypto exchanges and the potential impact of regulatory actions on their operations. As the FCA continues to tighten its grip on the crypto industry, other exchanges may face similar scrutiny and restrictions.
Since this brief published about 1 hour ago, HTX DAO (HTX) has moved from ₹0.000155$0.00000163 to ₹0.000155$0.00000163 — +0.00%.
The chart plots HTX's price: grey is the move before this brief published, the vertical dashed line marks the moment it published, the horizontal dashed line is the price then, and the coloured area is the move since — from Token Times's market data (daily resolution). It shows what happened after the news, not that the news caused it; many factors move prices. Not financial advice.
At today's peer-to-peer rate, 1 HTX ≈ ₹0.000168 (about $0.00000163), up 0.2% over 24 hours. The rupee itself trades about 8.3% above the official rate on the P2P market, so a Indian buyer's effective cost differs from the headline dollar price.
Live market data
Current prices for the asset in this story — live, source-stamped, updated every 15 minutes.
HTX Reaches FCA Settlement, Faces UK Crypto Promotion Ban Un — questions & answers
What restrictions has HTX agreed to under the FCA settlement?
HTX has agreed to a ban on promoting crypto services to UK customers until 2031 and has ceased accepting UK deposits and new registrations.
Why did the FCA take action against HTX?
The FCA's action against HTX is part of its ongoing efforts to regulate the crypto industry and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
How does this settlement affect HTX's operations in the UK?
The settlement significantly restricts HTX's operations in the UK, limiting its ability to attract new customers and promote its services.
How much is 1 HTX DAO worth in rupee today?
About ₹0.000168 at the live peer-to-peer (P2P) USDT rate, which is what Indians typically trade at — equivalent to roughly $0.00000163. The rupee price moves with both HTX's US-dollar price and the USDT/INR rate; use our HTX DAO in rupee page for any amount.
Which outlets reported this story?
This is an original Token Times brief that synthesises reporting from Crypto.news. It is not a copy of any one article — follow the source links above for the original reporting.
Original summary — not financial advice. This is an original Token Times brief that summarises a development reported elsewhere and adds live market data for context; it is not the original article and reproduces no part of it. Follow the source link above for full details. Crypto is volatile and high-risk — always do your own research.