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FCA hunts for new crypto unit head as regulator continues crackdown on digital currencies

Regulator plans new directorate to get a handle on emerging risks from the sector

A fresh senior leader will be pushing forward a 'single FCA narrative' on crypto, according to a job advert
A fresh senior leader will be pushing forward a 'single FCA narrative' on crypto, according to a job advert Photo: Angel Garcia/Getty Images

The Financial Conduct Authority is looking for someone to head up a new crypto department at the regulator as it continues to take a firm line on high-risk investments in digital assets.

A job advert posted on LinkedIn on 14 March shows the regulator is hunting for a head of department for digital assets.

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