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UK Bans Crypto Political Donations, Protecting Elections

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The UK government is implementing a temporary ban on political donations made using cryptocurrencies, as announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. This move aims to safeguard elections from foreign interference and untraceable funds, following an independent review on foreign money in politics. The ban will apply until robust rules are established, and the government plans to update the Representation of the People Bill to make it law. Parties and candidates will have thirty days to return any questionable donations before penalties apply, with the moratorium lasting until full transparency is confirmed ahead of the next general election in 2029.

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