Gemini crypto exchange receives preliminary approval in Singapore
Gemini has received in-principle approval for a Major Payment Institution license in Singapore. Go to Source
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HKEX launches digital asset index as Hong Kong expands crypto licensing
The new index series from HKEX will offer a single reference price for Bitcoin and Ether, aligning with Asia-Pacific trading hours, and it aims to boost transparency in the digital asset market. Go to Source
MHC Digital, Circle collaborate to expand USDC access in APAC region
Australian pension funds can expect a pitch soon for saving money on fees with a stablecoin. Go to Source
CME Group to launch BTC, ETH reference rates aimed at Asia’s investors
CME reported nearly half of its crypto volume year to date came from non-U.S. trading hours and around 11% from the Asia Pacific region. Go to Source
Coinbase gains in-principle approval for Singapore crypto license
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. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, and South Africa to Trial Cross-Border Digital Currency Payments
The central banks of Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Republic of South Africa have set out to test the use of state-issued digital currencies in cross-border payments. The trial, led by the Bank for International Settlements, aims to establish whether they can simplify transactions and make them cheaper. Reserve Bank of Australia Teams Up With … Read more
Ripple’s Asia Pacific Business Flourishing Despite SEC Lawsuit, Says CEO
Ripple chief executive officer Brad Garlinghouse said Friday that the company’s business in the Asia-Pacific region has not suffered from the ongoing regulatory issues in the U.S. Ripple’s Business in Asia and Japan Sees Growth Ripple is facing a $1.3 billion lawsuit from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In December, the SEC charged … Read more
Fireblocks Hits $7B Monthly Volume and Expands Into Asia Pacific
Fireblocks, a leading company securing digital asset transfers is expanding, with two offices opening in the Asia Pacific region, as monthly volumes rise to over $7 billion. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
PR: Prediction Markets Delphy Announces International Expansion
Delphy Platform to be launched for China Market in February 2018 • Delphy Hires Fox Holt GE executive as Vice President Business Development to lead international expansion Delphy Foundation, the only predictions markets company headquartered in China, today announced the company’s international expansion plans. Delphy foundation aims to significantly enhance its’ geographic presence in Americas, … Read more
