On May 29th, COINOTAG reported that Nigel Farage, the UK Reform Party leader, is set to launch a comprehensive cryptocurrency policy during a Bitcoin conference in Las Vegas. This initiative aims to engage younger British voters, mirroring Donald Trump’s strategic appeals. In a pre-released excerpt from his upcoming speech, Farage indicated that the Reform Party plans to introduce a “Cryptocurrency Bill” if victorious in the next UK general elections. This legislation intends to position the UK as a leading cryptocurrency powerhouse.
The proposed bill emphasizes several key reforms: a dramatic reduction in the capital gains tax on cryptocurrency investments, slashing it from the current 24% to just 10%; the establishment of a two-year regulatory sandbox designed to foster innovation within the City of London; and measures to secure the rights of users by stopping any restrictions on services that accept cryptocurrency payments. These developments signify a pivotal moment for the UK’s financial landscape.