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Singapore Grants Paxos Full Approval to Issue Stablecoins
2024-07-01T20:15:41.846+02:00
This approval allows Paxos to issue stablecoins under the upcoming stablecoin regulatory framework in Singapore.
The blockchain technology firm is also authorized to issue stablecoins in the US and the UAE.
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After £3B Success in The EU, Revolut Enters Asia Savings Market with 5.21% Yield Accounts
2024-05-29T08:30:39.514+02:00
Fintech has launched Flexible Accounts in Singapore, offering customers up to 5.21% APY.
The digital bank is partnering with Fidelity International to invest deposits into low-risk MMFs.
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B2C2 Strengthens Asia-Pacific Presence with New Singapore Office
2024-05-27T08:53:44.320+02:00
The company will apply for an MPI licence in the city-state.
It has appointed David Rogers as the CEO of Asia-Pacific.
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Singapore's Liminal Secures Regulatory Approval in Abu Dhabi
2024-05-13T12:26:34.635+02:00
The firm's Indian subsidiary is India's first FIU-registered digital asset custodian.
Its Dubai entity obtained initial approval from the emirate's VARA last month.
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Singapore Revisits Terraform Labs' Collapse, Clarifies Licensing Irregularities
2024-05-08T18:07:50.294+02:00
The city-state said that the crypto platform was not performing activities requiring a license from the MAS.
MAS wants crypto exchanges to segregate customers' assets, mitigate conflict of interest, and implement risk management processes.
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UK, Singapore Eye Private Capital in Commitment to Sustainable Finance and Fintech
2024-05-08T14:55:30.287+02:00
The two countries aim for standardized disclosure frameworks and mobilization of private capital for green finance initiatives.
Recent discussions between the two nations also focused on artificial intelligence, crypto assets, and central bank digital currencies.
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Singapore's SGX Launches AI Tool for FX Trading
2024-04-30T17:09:40.064+02:00
The tool enhances FX trading with faster and more informed decision-making capabilities.
It aggregates data on FX and digital assets, such as trades, price streams, and user activities.
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Exclusive: eToro Seeks Regulatory License in Singapore
2024-04-08T12:18:17.012+02:00
The broker’s application with MAS is “in process.”
If approved, it will be the first broker license in Southeast Asia.
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MAS Introduces COSMIC to Tackle Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing
2024-04-01T11:02:36.224+02:00
The platform has been developed with six major commercial banks in Singapore.
It allows FIs to share information based on identified red flags for suspicious behavior or profiles.
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Doo Financial's Subsidiary DCM Secures CMS License from MAS
2024-03-22T15:10:24.454+02:00
The firm can now deal in capital market products, offer financing, and provide custodial services.
It also holds a license for providing financial advisory services, including analysis/report issuance.
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OKX Joins Growing List of Crypto Exchanges with Singapore's MPI License
2024-03-13T09:55:00.036+02:00
Another digital assets platform secured an in-principle payments license.
OKX is now able to provide digital payment token services and cross-border transfers.
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MAS Grants Bitstamp Crypto Regulatory Approval for Singapore Expansion
2024-03-06T11:20:45.055+02:00
The firm is the inaugural European exchange to attain this approval in the country.
It will serve financial institutions, fintech firms, and brokerages as clients.
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Revolut Launches Mobile Wallets in Singapore for Direct Transfers
2024-02-28T13:37:09.336+02:00
Mobile Wallets streamline transfers without traditional bank details like IBANs or SWIFT codes.
Standard users will incur a 0.4% fee for remittances to Kenya and Bangladesh.
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MonFX Expands Operations with New Singapore Office, Hires Head of Sales
2024-01-22T10:38:22.787+02:00
The company is expanding in Asia-Pacific and plans 80% sales team growth in 2024.
David Venn was appointed as the Head of Sales to drive business growth in the region.
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MAS Greenlights BitGo Singapore with In-Principle Approval for Key License
2024-01-10T11:40:56.692+02:00
With the full license, the firm will enable the trading of digital assets using its insured cold storage solution.
The firm recently obtained a German crypto custody license from BaFin.
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CMC Markets Names New Singapore Head to Focus on CFDs Growth
2024-01-10T09:30:35.152+02:00
Kurt Mayell previously worked at the APAC unit of CMC.
He first joined CMC Markets APAC in 2013.
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Upbit Singapore Granted MPI License for Institutional Crypto Services
2024-01-08T17:25:44.286+02:00
This license allows the crypto exchange to serve institutional and retail clients in Singapore.
Singapore has taken significant steps to regulate digital assets.
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Singapore's Court Investigates 3AC’s Co-Founder in $3B Legal Tussle
2023-12-13T16:31:36.243+02:00
The crypto lender's liquidators have accused Su Zhu of obstructing investigations.
Despite civil proceedings, no criminal charges have been filed against 3AC's executives.
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Do Kwon and Terraform Labs Face Escalating Troubles: Class Action Advances in Singapore
2023-12-01T15:45:13.928+02:00
Terraform Labs is grappling with a major legal battle over the collapse of the UST token.
A class action representing more than 300 parties was filed in September last year.
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Singapore's MAS Takes Aim at Crypto Speculation with New Regulations
2023-11-23T15:16:45.613+02:00
The regulator has introduced strict guidelines for Digital Payment Token providers.
The MAS will implement the new guidelines starting in mid-2024.
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A Tale of Two Perspectives: Singapore's Skepticism and Germany's Crypto Embrace
2023-11-16T14:12:20.245+02:00
Shaping the trajectory of digital finance.
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Institutional FX
MAS to Inspect Credit Suisse amid Money Laundering Scandal
2023-10-18T09:11:17.375+02:00
MAS officials will conduct interviews and review documents.
In 2017, Credit Suisse faced scrutiny from MAS for the '1MDB scandal', resulting in a S$700,000 fine.
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Upbit's Singapore Entity Gets In-Principal Approval for MPI License
2023-10-16T10:42:40.517+02:00
Upbit's In-Principal Approval marks a step towards offering regulated services.
Singapore has emerged as a global cryptocurrency hub.
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SGX Reports Record FX and Commodity Trading Activity in September
2023-10-13T16:07:51.830+02:00
The exchange has launched an equity ETF focusing on climate action.
A growing interest in sustainable finance drives increased trading activity.
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Ripple Cements Singapore Presence with MPI License
2023-10-04T08:29:17.178+02:00
The license has been awarded after the company Ripple received in-principle approval.
Recently, several other crypto companies also received the same license.
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