Blockchain Scotland Meetup

17.00 - 17.30 Arrivals & Networking 17.30 -17.35 Welcome from the host17.35 - 17.55 "FCA Cryptoasset Regime in Focus: A Practical Guide to Preparing for Authorisation" by Mieke Filler, Solicitor and Anna Wylie, Trainee Solicitor in Financial Services Regulatory at Burness Paull LLPThis talk will provide an overview of the key steps for firms that are preparing for the opening of the cryptoasset authorisation application gateway on 30th September 2026. We will recap the new requirements that will apply to cryptoasset trading platforms, intermediaries, safeguarding, cryptoasset lending, borrowing, and staking. This session will offer a practical walkthrough of the FCA authorisation process (including the pre-application advice support service), transitional arrangements for firms already offering cryptoasset services, how to prepare a high quality application and will touch on the FCA’s key expectations for applicants, including regulatory capital thresholds and disclosure requirements.17.55 - 18.15 Q&APotential Talk to be announced18.45 - 19.00Break with refreshments19.00 Introductions + Announcements 19.15 Pizza, sushi & drinks(incl. vegan options) Networking and drinks until 9.30 pm in Bayes 21.30 - 23.00 Networking at Pear TreeDrinks and networking at Pear Tree until 11 p.m.Please join us at the Pear Tree where the discussions will continue.Join Blockchain Scotland as a member here (https://www.blockchainscotland.xyz/membership ) to enhance your career or to enjoy many premium benefits that will help your business grow.