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Crypto Use in Terror Financing Rises, but Is Still Relatively Small: Singapore
26.7.2024
Singapore's government noted an increasing use of cryptocurrencies in terror financing, even though it acknowledges that cash and other informal value transfer systems remain the predominant means for financial transactions
Cash, not crypto, still top funding choice for terrorists, Singapore reports
26.7.2024
Singapore’s 2024 terrorism threat assessment reveals a continued reliance on cash transfers for funding by terrorist groups despite some increase in crypto usage
Hex Trust gets initial nod for payment institution license in Singapore
24.7.2024
Hex Trust previously obtained a license for custody services in Singapore, but a recent legislative amendment placed these firms under a new licensing scope
Hex Trust gets initial nod for payment institution license in Singapore
24.7.2024
Hex Trust previously obtained a license for custody services in Singapore, but a recent legislative amendment placed these firms under a new licensing scope
Hex Trust Receives In-Principle Approval from Singapore's MAS For Major Payment Institution License
24.7.2024
The Major Payment Institution license would allow for the company to offer regulated Digital Payment Token services, such as custody
Singapore commits $74.3M for quantum and AI in finance
22.7.2024
MAS injects funds to enhance quantum computing and AI in Singapore’s finance sector, supporting local institutions with substantial co-funding
VC Founders Summit takes over Singapore: Shaping the future of innovation!
17.7.2024
Venture capitalists and industry leaders are gearing up for the much-anticipated VC Founders Summit on September 21, promising to elevate discussions, foster collaboration, and chart the future course of innovation and investment. Building on the momentum of past gatherings, the summit aims...
JP Morgan-backed blockchain firm ‘Partior’ closes $60M series B
13.7.2024
Partior is already processing transactions on behalf of several firms including JP Morgan, DBS, and Temasek
JP Morgan-backed blockchain firm ‘Partior’ closes $60M Series B funding
13.7.2024
Partior is already processing transactions on behalf of several firms including JP Morgan, DBS, and Temasek
DBS Digital Exchange Sees 3-Fold Surge in Trading Value — Custodied Crypto up 80%
13.7.2024
DBS, a leading financial services group in Asia, reports a significant increase in the trading value of digital payment tokens on its digital exchange for the first five months of this year. The surge reflects growing institutional interest in digital assets as part of alternative portfolios....
Singapore ‘not ready’ for Bitcoin ETFs, sneaky crypto mining rig importer: Asia Express
12.7.2024
Singapore isn’t in a rush to list crypto ETFs, according to SGX CEO this week as Philippines charges two over a $6M XRP hot wallet hack
Singapore ‘not ready’ for Bitcoin ETFs, sneaky crypto mining rig importer: Asia Express
12.7.2024
Singapore isn’t in a rush to list crypto ETFs, according to SGX CEO this week as Philippines charges two over a $6M XRP hot wallet hack
Singapore Exchange CEO Discusses Future of Crypto Listings
10.7.2024
Singapore Exchange (SGX) CEO Loh Boon Chye has shared his insights on whether Singapore’s largest stock exchange will offer crypto-based listings. The executive emphasizes the need for a sustainable ecosystem, stating: “That really means demand, that really means governance, that really...
Singapore Court Orders Multichain to Pay Fantom Foundation $2.19 Million
10.7.2024
The High Court of Singapore has awarded Fantom Foundation Ltd. damages totaling $2.19 million in a case against Multichain Foundation Ltd. and Multichain Pte Ltd. This ruling followed a default judgment due to Multichain’s failure to deliver 4.175 million FTM tokens or their equivalent...
Multichain Foundation to pay $2.1M to Fantom for losses
9.7.2024
The High Court of Singapore ordered Multichain to compensate the Fantom Foundation after a $210 million hack, awarding $2.18 million in damages
VC Founders Summit Takes Over Singapore: Shaping the Future of Innovation
8.7.2024
PRESS RELEASE. [Singapore, 2024] – Venture capitalists and industry leaders are gearing up for the much-anticipated VC Founders Summit on September 21st, promising to elevate discussions, foster collaboration, and chart the future course of innovation and investment. Building on the momentum...
Paxos Gains Full Approval From Singapore’s Monetary Authority for Digital Token Services
2.7.2024
Paxos has secured full approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to offer digital payment token services, positioning Singapore as a key player in Paxos’s global stablecoin operations. The approval permits the issuance of stablecoins compliant with MAS’s forthcoming regulatory...
Paxos gains approval for Singapore stablecoin launch with DBS partnership
2.7.2024
Paxos will partner with Southeast Asia’s largest bank, DBS, for the stablecoin launch
Singapore ups crypto exchanges risk factor under new law update
2.7.2024
The update aims to prevent Terrorist groups and organizations from exploiting Singapore’s economic openness as an international financial, business, and transport hub
DBS Bank Enters Stablecoin Custody Space in Singapore
2.7.2024
Singapore’s largest bank, DBS Group Holdings, has announced its entry into the cryptocurrency industry with stablecoins. According to Bloomberg, DBS will provide custody services for stablecoin reserves and offer related cash management services. This move comes through a partnership with...