The UK government, through its Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), is set to implement a comprehensive regulatory framework for the cryptocurrency industry by 2026. This move aims to integrate traditional finance with digital assets, addressing market abuse, trading platforms, lending, and stablecoins. The FCA's plan includes a detailed timeline with key dates and milestones. The initiative comes as an estimated 7 million UK adults now own crypto assets, representing around 12% of the population. The UK's approach appears to be influenced by the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework, which is set to be implemented this year. The Economic Secretary to the Treasury announced the integration of traditional finance and digital assets, while HMRC also confirmed the regulatory timeline. The government under Keir Starmer is pushing to keep pace with rival financial centers. Notably, Dogecoin (DOGE) has seen a significant rise in ownership among UK crypto holders.