According to BlockBeats, on December 17, the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) issued a warning regarding the Solana ecosystem's Meme coin project, Retardio. The FCA highlighted that this project is suspected of providing financial services without authorization. As a result, users of this project will not be eligible for protection under the Financial Ombudsman Service or the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS).
The regulatory body advised investors to avoid engaging with this project and cautioned them about potential scams associated with its social media accounts. The FCA's warning serves as a reminder for investors to exercise caution and conduct thorough due diligence before participating in such projects, especially those operating without proper authorization. This alert underscores the importance of regulatory oversight in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency landscape, where unauthorized projects can pose significant risks to investors.