HTX to Halt UK Crypto Promotions Until 2031 After FCA Case

The striking element is the length of the stand-down: an undertaking running past 2031 effectively removes HTX from UK customer acquisition for years, well beyond a routine slap on the wrist. For UK users the practical effect is already baked in, since deposits and new registrations are blocked, but the precedent matters for other offshore exchanges weighing UK marketing. The open question is whether this negotiated exit becomes a template the FCA applies to other venues, or remains a one-off settlement.