The UK financial services industry is at risk of being governed by foreign jurisdictions due to slow progress in digital asset innovation, according to a report by UK Finance and Oliver Wyman.

UK · 2026-09-08

1. Step 1 · The triggerslow progress in digital asset innovation leads to potential governance shift to foreign jurisdictions
2. Step 2 · Knock-onUK financial firms face increased operational pressures and competitiveness challenges
3. Step 3 · Knock-onfirms may need to adapt strategies to maintain market position, potentially increasing costs
4. Step 4 · Reaches youtechnology providers in the digital asset space could see increased demand if UK innovation accelerates

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Source: City A.M.

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