British banks have faced 10,092 complaints over restrictions on cryptocurrency payments during a 90-day period, as customers question why some lenders block transfers to crypto platforms despite the government’s plans to attract digital asset businesses.
Summary
- Stand With Crypto recorded 10,092 complaints from 9,803 people over 90 days.
- Lloyds, Barclays and NatWest accounted for 5,144 complaints, around 51% of submissions.
- Customers reported restrictions even at banks without publicly stated crypto payment limits.
- The complaints are self-selected submissions, not verified rejection rates across UK banks.
- The UK plans to regulate more crypto activities in 2027, but bank…







