Jason Mansell leading Kathryn Hughes obtain FCA approval for cryptoasset firm

Jason Mansell, leading Kathryn Hughes, successfully acted for a firm in challenging an initial refusal of its application for registration as a cryptoasset business under Regulation 57 of the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. Following consideration of written representations, the warning notice that had been issued was withdrawn by the FCA and the firm has now been authorised.

Jason and Kathryn were instructed by the applicant firm on a direct access basis.   

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