The UK government has exempted crypto staking from "collective investment schemes" (CIS) regulations, providing legal clarity for PoS blockchains like Ethereum and Solana. The updated Financial Services and Markets Act 2000, effective Jan 31, 2025, ensures staking avoids strict CIS oversight. This aligns with the Treasury’s plan to regulate crypto staking, stablecoins, and trading by 2026. However, the FCA faces challenges enforcing compliance, with only 54% of illegal crypto ad removal requests acted upon in 2024. The move aims to balance innovation and investor protection as the crypto sector grows.