Singapore
Crypto.com Struggles to Maintain Fiat On-Ramps Amid Crypto Banking Crisis
The crypto industry is in the middle of a banking crisis with the collapse of crypto-friendly Silvergate Bank, and Crypto.com hasn’t been spared. The Singapore-headquartered exchange can now only provide euro-denominated banking services to users in the European Economic Area (EEA), having previously lost the ability to accept USD deposits because of issues with its banking partners. "The Hash" panel discusses why this is a historic moment in crypto.
Singapore Authorities Probing Do Kwon’s Terraform Labs: Bloomberg
Singapore's police said they have started to investigate Terraform Labs, the company behind the failed terraUSD (UST) stablecoin, according to a Bloomberg report on Monday. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest developments after the collapse of TerraUSD last year led to a wave of bankruptcies in the crypto industry, including those of hedge fund Three Arrows Capital and crypto lenders Voyager Digital and Celsius Network.
Singapore Police Start Probe Into Do Kwon’s Terraform Labs: Bloomberg
Bloomberg reports that Singapore police said they have commenced an investigation into Terraform Labs, the company behind the failed TerraUSD (UST) stablecoin. This comes after the SEC sued Terraform Labs last month, alleging that the crypto firm and its co-founder Do Kwon misled investors about UST's stability. "First Mover" hosts weigh in.
Singapore Police Probing Do Kwon's Terraform Labs: Bloomberg
Authorities have confirmed Do Kwon isn't in the city-state.
Binance's Custody Arm Ceffu Will Apply for Singapore License: Report
Binance rebranded its custody arm to Ceffu earlier this month.
Crypto Lender Vauld Gets Further Extension for Restructuring Plan
Vauld's existing legal protection from its creditors expires on Feb. 28.
Crypto Was Singapore's Top Area of Fintech Investment in 2022 Despite Global Slowdown: KPMG
For 2023, KPMG has predicted that it is "likely investments in crypto-focused firms will remain very slow."
DBS Says Bitcoin Trading up 80% in 2022 on DDex Exchange
DBS’ crypto exchange, which is not open to retail traders, currently allows for bitcoin, ether, XRP, bitcoin cash, DOT and ADA trading.
US and Asia’s Approach to Crypto
While sentiment toward crypto may be souring among U.S. regulators and lawmakers, Asia is revising policies to welcome crypto. CoinDesk Executive Director of Global Content Emily Parker discusses the difference in the U.S. and Asia's approach to crypto regulation, citing the implosion of FTX and stablecoin legislations. Plus, what can be learned from regulatory frameworks in Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. And, insights on FTX users in China.
What You Need to Know About Crypto Regulation in Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan
Asia’s biggest financial centers seem eager to encourage the growth of the crypto industry while protecting consumers and preventing contagion if things go wrong.
