UK Recognizes Crypto as Legally Distinct Property

The United Kingdom has passed legislation officially recognizing digital assets as a distinct category of property. The Property (Digital Assets etc) Act 2025 received Royal Assent on December 2, 2025, marking a significant legal milestone for the cryptocurrency sector. This landmark change clarifies legal ownership and protection for crypto assets, impacting disputes, inheritance claims, and asset recovery in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.