KR1 Ignites Crypto’s Launch on LSE Main Market

KR1 PLC (KR1.ASE), a British company specializing in cryptocurrency, is set to move its listing to the main board of the London Stock Exchange (LSE). The firm believes this step will boost its profile and help attract a wider range of investors. Currently trading on the smaller Aquis Stock Exchange, KR1 revealed its plans on October 28, 2025, aiming to benefit from the UK's shifting regulatory environment and the increasing interest from institutional players in digital assets,

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KR1 operates with a business model centered on staking, where it validates blockchain transactions in exchange for rewards. This approach has garnered attention as the UK seeks to establish itself as a leading center for the advancing crypto industry. The company intends to initiate a placing program to issue additional shares, with the raised funds dedicated to growing its staking activities, KR1 stated in a

. The move to the main market is subject to approval by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and requires shareholder agreement, reflecting the heightened regulatory oversight typical for such changes.

The regulatory landscape in the UK has become more favorable for crypto businesses, with the FCA recently allowing exchange-traded products (ETPs) on the LSE and outlining plans for a comprehensive digital asset regulatory framework by 2026,

. At the same time, the Bank of England is reconsidering proposed limits on stablecoin holdings, making it easier for institutional investors. These changes reflect a global trend, including the U.S. GENIUS Act, which aims to provide clearer regulations for digital asset companies.

Keld Van Schreven, KR1's co-founder, called the uplisting "the starting signal for this emerging asset class on the LSE," and predicted that more crypto companies would follow. With a market value of about £56 million ($75 million), KR1 stands out as the first "genuine digital asset company" to be listed on the LSE, differing from others that mainly hold cryptocurrencies, according to Cointelegraph. Established in 2014 and based in the Isle of Man, KR1 has backed over 100 blockchain initiatives and is increasing its focus on staking assets such as Ether (ETH) and

(DOT).

This development highlights the UK's deliberate shift toward embracing cryptocurrencies. As regulators strive to balance innovation with proper oversight, companies like KR1 are exploring the limits of institutional acceptance. The FCA's endorsement of staking ETPs and the easing of stablecoin restrictions indicate a broader acceptance of digital assets, though aligning with international standards continues to pose challenges.

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