UK Party Reform UK Receives $7.3 Million from Crypto Figures
Reform UK, a UK political party led by Nigel Farage, has received significant contributions from figures tied to the crypto industry. According to records from the UK's Electoral Commission, BitMEX co-founder Ben Delo contributed about 75% of the $7.3 million the party received in Q2 2026.
The majority of Delo's contribution came in the form of two separate donations of 1 million and 3 million pounds, approximately $1.3 million and $4 million respectively, made in April. This massive influx of funds has raised questions about potential influence on policies from figures tied to the crypto industry.
Nigel Farage is currently under investigation for receiving millions of dollars' worth of donations and gifts from two figures tied to the crypto industry: Christopher Harborne and George Cottrell. The contributions have sparked concerns among lawmakers, with some considering a moratorium on crypto donations imposed in March be made permanent.