Passionvest / Cryptoslite / passionvest.com (new)
Why this matters
The update is an FCA warning notice against a specific unauthorised firm (Passionvest/Cryptoslite) operating without permission. It alerts consumers to avoid the firm and explains the lack of regulatory protections (ombudsman, FSCS coverage). The content is factual and informational rather than establishing new rules or policy. Urgency is set to 'high' because it is a consumer-facing warning with a clear call to action (avoid the firm, report it), even though significance is low as it concerns a single entity rather than systemic regulatory change.
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What the FCA said
UnauthorizedThis firm may be providing or promoting financial services or products without our permission. You should avoid dealing with this firm and beware of scams. Almost all firms and individuals must be authorised or registered by us to carry out or promote financial services in the UK. This firm is not…
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Context
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) — UK financial services regulator. We track 425 updates from them.
Financial services regulation in the UK, primarily overseen by the FCA and PRA. Browse all United Kingdom updates.
This update is classified under Authorisation & Licensing, Consumer Protection / Conduct, Crypto & Digital Assets and Investment Management.