WhiteBIT has launched a UK-specific platform, whitebit.uk, marking a major push into one of the world’s most established and tightly regulated crypto markets. The exchange — which bills itself as Europe’s largest by traffic — says the new site is built to serve both retail and institutional users in the United Kingdom. Retail customers will get core services such as spot trading, market analytics, instant crypto-to-fiat conversion, and GBP deposits via payment cards and the Faster Payments Service (FPS). Institutional clients will have access to liquidity provision and market‑making support, token listing services, Crypto-as-a-Service solutions, and API connectivity for integration and digital asset management. WhiteBIT also plans to offer crypto lending and auto‑invest features to UK users where permitted, subject to onboarding rules and applicable regulation. Volodymyr Nosov, Founder and President of W Group — WhiteBIT’s parent fintech ecosystem — framed the move as a milestone in the company’s regulated-market expansion. “The UK has long been a global financial hub, and we see strong demand for platforms that combine innovation with a high level of trust, transparency, and compliance,” he said, adding that WhiteBIT aims to deliver access to digital assets while upholding the platform’s global standards. The launch comes as crypto awareness and adoption in the UK remain high: Financial Conduct Authority data shows 91% of UK adults were aware of digital assets in 2025, about 8% reported holding crypto, and 73% of users rely on centralized exchanges — underscoring the role established platforms play in market access. WhiteBIT’s UK debut is the latest chapter in a broader expansion drive. Last year the exchange entered Argentina and Brazil to integrate local fiat providers and add support for local currencies. It has also advanced regulatory footholds in Australia, Croatia, and Italy, launched as a licensed operator in Kazakhstan in November, and recently renewed a five‑year strategic partnership with FC Barcelona following the club’s La Liga 2025–26 title. As reported, WhiteBIT’s native token WBT was trading at $57.04 at the time of writing, up about 1.4% on the day. Read more AI-generated news on: undefined/news