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Coinbase Receives In-Principle Approval to Provide Crypto Services in Singapore
12.10.2022
Singapore’s central bank, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), has given Coinbase “in-principle approval” allowing the crypto exchange to “offer regulated digital payment token products and services in the island state.” Coinbase stressed:...
Crypto News Summary: Coinbase Partners with Google Cloud for Crypto Payments, CNN Kills Vault
11.10.2022
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Coinbase Gets Singapore Digital Payment Token License
11.10.2022
Coinbase joins Crypto.com and DBS Vickers as major institutions with a Digital Payment Token (DPT) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore
Coinbase gains in-principle approval for Singapore crypto license
11.10.2022
The country is a key institutional market for the exchange according to the CEO of Coinbase Singapore, who explained it's also working with local industry groups to improve regulations
ZebPay Applies for Regulatory License in Singapore, Plans for UAE
10.10.2022
ZebPay, an India-focused cryptocurrency exchange, recently applied for an operational license in Singapore. The platform has also planned to perform the same in the United Arab Emirates. The development comes to light amidst a sharp trading volume dip, which goes as high as 90%. The move is viable...
Anchorage co-founder to US regulators: ‘What we want is clarity’
7.10.2022
There’s “15 different regulators” and “basically no clarity” when it comes to cryptocurrency regulation in the United States, according to Diogo Mónica
Three Arrows Capital's NFTs collection to be liquidated
5.10.2022
As part of 3AC's bankruptcy proceedings, over 300 NFTs from Starry Night Capital were moved this week
Anchorage co-founder sees 'tons of opportunity' as it expands into Asia
5.10.2022
Anchorage Digital has marked its plans for expansion into the Asian crypto market, with co-founder Diogo Mónica noting that Singapore is just a starting point
Top Crypto Exchange LBank at Token 2049: Successful Exhibition and Afterparty
3.10.2022
PRESS RELEASE. SINGAPORE, Oct. 3rd, 2022 – Global crypto exchange, LBank, joined Token 2049 in Singapore as sponsor and exhibitor. LBank was welcomed with open arms at the Token 2049 venue and continued to host a successful after-party. As one of the rise-and-coming major crypto hubs...
Web3 and Crypto Checking Account Startup Juno Raises $18M, Airdrops Reward Token JCOIN
2.10.2022
Juno, the Singapore-based Web3 crypto firm that offers customers checking accounts tied to crypto assets, has raised $18 million in a Series A financing round led by Parafi Capital. The fresh capital follows the startup’s seed round in 2019 when Juno raised $3 million from investors. Juno...
Bitdeer Sets Up $250M Fund to Acquire Assets From Financially Distressed Bitcoin Miners
28.9.2022
According to a representative from the bitcoin mining company backed by the Chinese crypto billionaire Jihan Wu, Bitdeer is crafting a $250 million fund to buy distressed assets from embattled bitcoin miners. Bitdeer’s chief executive officer Matt Kong details that...
McLaren Racing Unveils Crypto-Inspired Car Livery Ahead of Singapore GP
28.9.2022
The Singapore Grand Prix takes place on Oct. 2
Almost everything could be tokenized in 5-10 years — Matrixport co-founder
27.9.2022
Cost efficiencies, improved liquidity, 24/7 market access, and the removal of intermediaries were the main advantages' cited which blockchain infrastructure has over current legacy systems
First Mover Asia: Cryptos Rise, Even as Stocks Falter; Token2049 Conference Signals Singapore’s Resurgence as a Crypto Hub
27.9.2022
More than 7,000 people representing over 2,000 companies are scheduled to attend; Hong Kong plays catch-up. Bitcoin rises back over $19K
Singapore strives to remain relevant amid regulatory tightening for retail investors
26.9.2022
Singapore's largest bank expanded crypto trading for accredited investors only, aligned with financial authorities' views
Breaking: Interpol 'Red Notice' issued for Do Kwon — South Korea prosecutors
26.9.2022
The Terraform Labs co-founder faces charges in South Korea relating to the crash of the Terra ecosystems' cryptocurrencies
Jihan Wu-Backed Crypto Miner Bitdeer Acquires ‘Singapore’s Fort Knox’ for $28.4 Million
26.9.2022
Sources have disclosed that the digital currency mining operation, Bitdeer Technologies, has purchased a high-security storage and display facility in Singapore called Le Freeport for $28.4 million. Bitdeer’s chairman, Jihan Wu, confirmed the vault acquisition via a text message following...
Asia’s Largest Web3 Event TOKEN2049 Exclusively Unveils NFT Assets Valued Over US$100 Million
25.9.2022
PRESS RELEASE. SINGAPORE — 25th September 2022 — TOKEN2049, Asia’s premier crypto conference, announced that it will be showcasing a first-of-its-kind, immersive NFT experience, entitled the OP3N WHALE NFT Exhibition, at its upcoming Singapore edition from 28 to 29 September....
Southeast Asia’s Largest Bank DBS Launches Self-Directed Crypto Trading Amid Institutional Demand
25.9.2022
The largest bank in Southeast Asia, DBS, has launched self-directed cryptocurrency trading via its app. More customers are now qualified to access the bank’s digital asset exchange and trade cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin and ether. DBS Launches Self-Directed Crypto Trading DBS,...
Flynt Launches Industry’s Highest Yield Product on Bitcoin
24.9.2022
PRESS RELEASE. Flynt Finance, the cryptocurrency financial services company based in Singapore co-founded by previous derivatives exchange operators and analysts, launched a platform for crypto structured products last week. The relatively high returns (up to 50% APY) on Flynt has gained strong...