UK Legalizes Crypto as Personal Property, Opening Doors for Investment

The UK has taken a significant step forward in regulating cryptocurrency by formally recognizing it as personal property under English law. The new legislation, passed in 2025 and known as the Property (Digital Assets etc.) Act, signifies a landmark shift in how crypto assets are treated within the country’s legal framework. This move enhances legal clarity for investors and brings digital asset ownership rights on par with traditional property types.