The UK government's anti-fraud strategy document lists cryptocurrencies as a "growing risk".

PANews reported on March 11th, citing Cointelegraph, that the UK Home Office has released a policy document outlining its 2026-2029 anti-fraud strategy, listing cryptocurrency as a "growing risk." The document points out that scams on social media and messaging apps use emerging payment methods such as cryptocurrencies to lure victims into transferring funds, and that authorities still have weaknesses in combating such fraud. The National Crime Agency launched a nationwide campaign in 2025 to help consumers identify fraud, and the government is supporting law enforcement agencies, including the Serious Fraud Office, in enhancing their capabilities to investigate crypto assets.