$ETH 【Crypto World】The UK has made a big move—the “2025 Property (Digital Assets, etc.) Act” has officially come into effect. What does this mean? Digital assets like Ethereum are now officially recognized as personal property in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It may sound basic, but the impact is significant.

The legal framework has finally found solid ground. Theft and fraud now have clearer definitions, asset handling in bankruptcy proceedings is no longer ambiguous, and financial institutions feel more confident using crypto as collateral. This kind of certainty is a godsend for traditional financial institutions.

Looking at the market, the open interest in Ethereum futures has been climbing steadily since the big drop in October. Traders are starting to leverage up again, even though spot prices haven’t yet returned to their autumn highs. The derivatives market is heating up again—this is a signal: capital is testing the waters, and sentiment is recovering.

Clearer policies and market sentiment