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The UK is stepping into the future of finance with the launch of the Digital Securities Sandbox (DSS) on September 30, a collaborative initiative by the Bank of England and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).This innovative sandbox allows businesses to explore the transformative potential of digital ledger technology (DLT) in the realms of notary, maintenance, and settlement processes for financial securities.The <a href="https://optimisus.com/market/market-news/the-fca-confirms-there-are-no-legal-crypto-atms-in-the-uk-and-is-cracking-down-on-illegal-machines/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">FCA</a> recognizes that DLT can enhance market efficiency, transparency, and resilience, potentially leading to significant cost savings for users. The DSS aims to streamline the oversight of trading, settlement, and issuance of digital securities while adhering to regulatory standards.This initiative not only positions the UK as a frontrunner in the financial sector but also fosters an investment-friendly environment for sustainable economic growth.Open to businesses of all sizes with valid UK registration, the DSS will operate through four phases: testing, go-live, scaling, and establishing a permanent framework, with the application window closing in March 2027. The second phase will see the introduction of actual digital securities, paving the way for a new era in financial transactions.

Bank of England and the FCA launch the Digital Securities Sandbox (DSS)

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