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In a move that feels like it’s straight out of a crypto-thriller, the UK government proposed a new legislation aimed at clarifying the legal status of digital assets such as cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and others. Known as the Property (Digital Assets etc.) Bill, this marks a significant milestone in providing legal recognition for all digital assets, classifying them as personal property. 
The UK government is set to convince financial firm Revolut, which also offers cryptocurrency services, to conduct its initial public offering (IPO) in London rather than New York. City Minister Tulip Siddiq plans to meet with company representatives this fall to discuss the proposal. 
A study by SAS reveals that China is at the forefront of global AI implementation, with 83% of companies utilizing artificial intelligence. This is notably higher than the adoption rates in the UK (70%), the US (65%), and Australia (63%), with the global average at 53%. 
The House of Lords Communications and Digital Committee has published a report criticizing the government's approach to artificial intelligence. According to them, the focus on security is overly stringent, potentially stifling the development of new technologies. The Life and Disappearance of Mike Lynch
Tech magnate Mike Lynch, dubbed the “British Bill Gates,” went missing after the superyacht Bayesian, moored (!) off the coast of Sicily, sank during a freak storm on August 19, 2024. As we await potential rescue efforts for one of the UK's leading business figures, let’s examine the events preceding this mysterious incident. 
Xapo Bank, a crypto-focused financial institution, received a license in the UK and officially launched interest-bearing accounts in USD and BTC. The Bitcoin account offers an annual interest rate of 1% paid directly in BTC, without the need to lock funds or lend to other users. 
As the UK heads toward an election, the cryptocurrency industry is expressing support for the Labour Party, which leads in all the polls. However, there is uncertainty about what policies to expect, as Labour has not been in power since 2010, a time when Bitcoin was just emerging. 
UK prosecutors have charged a group of individuals with the kidnapping of Chinese businessman Dylan Huang. Law enforcement reports reveal that the criminals sought a ransom of $15 million in BTC, while subjecting him to threats, physical assault, and confinement for over 30 hours. 
Jian Wen, a British citizen of Chinese descent, faces charges from the UK Prosecution Service for her role in laundering over $6,1 billion, funds embezzled by the criminal Yadi Zhang. Zhang has deceived over 128,000 Chinese investors since 2014, promising investment returns before disappearing and converting the proceeds to Bitcoin.