KR1 Uplists on LSE Main Market as UK Eases Crypto Rules
UK-based crypto staking firm KR1 will transfer its listing from Aquis to the London Stock Exchange (LSE) main market in November 2025. With a market cap of £56 million, KR1 becomes the first pure digital asset firm on the LSE. The co-founder calls the uplisting a “starter gun” for the crypto sector. KR1 holds early-stage blockchain investments and earns yield by staking ETH and DOT. The move follows the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) relaxed crypto rules, support for tokenization and stablecoin limit adjustments. A full digital asset framework is expected by 2026. Meanwhile, the Bank of England is reviewing corporate stablecoin holdings. In contrast, miner Argo Blockchain plans to delist from the LSE under creditor control but will stay listed on Nasdaq with a reverse split by January 2026.
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While KR1’s uplisting and the FCA’s pro-crypto measures could boost industry sentiment and institutional engagement, they do not directly drive significant buying pressure on ETH or DOT. Short-term, traders may view the news as mildly positive, but the impact on token prices is likely limited. In the long run, regulatory clarity and mainstream adoption could support market stability, but token valuations will depend on broader demand factors.