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FCA cracks down on crypto referral bonuses under new advertising rules

New crypto advertising rules will take effect from 8 October

The FCA said firms must ensure that investors have 'appropriate knowledge and experience' to invest in crypto

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The Financial Conduct Authority has introduced tough rules for crypto marketing in the UK to counter the risks associated with the emerging asset class.

The regulatory body has banned ‘refer a friend’ crypto bonuses under its new advertising rules. According to the FCA, firms must ensure that investors have “appropriate knowledge and experience” to invest in crypto.

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