The United Kingdom has formally classified cryptocurrencies and other digital assets as a distinct third class of personal property, granting them legal safeguards. The newly enacted Property (Digital Assets etc) Act 2025 explicitly states that digital assets—such as crypto‑tokens, stablecoins, and NFTs—are to be treated as property under UK law. This classification brings several advantages:


Clearer ownership– Digital assets can now be definitively owned, reclaimed after theft or fraud, and incorporated into insolvency and estate proceedings.
Stronger protection– Holders of digital assets receive the same level of legal protection afforded to owners of traditional assets.
Boost to institutional uptake– The legislation is expected to draw more institutional investors and businesses to the UK crypto and blockchain sector.
By taking a proactive regulatory stance, the UK government is positioning the country as a leading hub for digital finance.
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