The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) of the UK has announced the lifting of the ban on crypto exchange-traded notes (cETNs) for retail investors, with the regulatory changes set to take effect on October 8, 2025. The ban was implemented in January 2021 due to the extreme volatility of crypto assets and the 'lack of legitimate investment demand.' The FCA also made it clear that crypto derivatives (such as futures, options, and perpetual contracts) will continue to be prohibited. (Cointelegraph)