The UK government announced plans to pilot a Digital Gilt Instrument, utilizing distributed ledger technology (DLT), as part of its Financial Services Growth and Competitiveness Strategy. This initiative will be unveiled by Finance Minister Rachel Reeves during her first Mansion House speech, aimed at establishing the government's long-term vision and reassuring the financial sector of its pro-innovation stance. Gilts are government-issued bonds in the UK, and this pilot is intended to highlight the government's commitment to innovation in the financial services sector. The move comes after Labour assumed government in July and is seen as an attempt to further engage with the crypto sector positively. The Treasury noted that plans for the crypto sector would be announced soon, signaling continuity with previous government strategies while emphasizing the importance of innovation across financial services.

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