UK Recognizes Crypto and Stablecoins as Personal Property
The UK's Property (Digital Assets etc) Bill has officially become law after receiving Royal Assent, applying across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. This landmark legislation establishes cryptocurrencies and stablecoins as a distinct FORM of personal property, creating a legal 'third category' that exists outside traditional classifications of tangible assets or claims.
The move provides crucial legal clarity for the estimated 12% of UK adults holding digital assets. Statute-backed recognition now supersedes previous reliance on case law, offering stronger protections for ownership disputes, theft recovery, inheritance planning, and bankruptcy proceedings involving crypto assets.