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Central Bank of Kyrgyzstan Signs MoU with CertiK to Jointly Build Digital Som Security Framework
According to reports from Bitcoin.com, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic (NBKR) signed a memorandum of understanding with blockchain security company Certik on September 9. The two parties will collaborate in areas such as cybersecurity, digital asset custody, anti-money laundering (AML), and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) to jointly advance the security development of the country's digital currency, the Digital Som. Under the agreement, NBKR will deploy Certik's monitoring tools to implement 24/7 compliance monitoring of digital assets, and provide technical training and knowledge transfer to central bank personnel. Previously, Certik has provided technical advisory support to U.S. regulators and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
Robinhood Receives In-Principle Approval to Launch Brokerage Business in Singapore
According to an official announcement, Robinhood has received in-principle approval (IPA) from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to launch brokerage services in Singapore, covering securities trading, exchange-traded derivatives, custody, product financing, and collective investment schemes. Robinhood stated that Singapore will serve as its Asia-Pacific headquarters to support its international expansion. Its subsidiary, Bitstamp Asia Pte. Ltd., already holds a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license issued by the MAS. Note that in-principle approval is not equivalent to a formal license; Robinhood Singapore Pte. Ltd. must still meet relevant conditions before receiving final approval to commence operations.
Central Bank of Kyrgyzstan Signs MoU with CertiK to Jointly Build Digital Som Security Framework
According to reports from Bitcoin.com, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic (NBKR) signed a memorandum of understanding with blockchain security company Certik on September 9. The two parties will collaborate in areas such as cybersecurity, digital asset custody, anti-money laundering (AML), and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) to jointly advance the security development of the country's digital currency, the Digital Som. Under the agreement, NBKR will deploy Certik's monitoring tools to implement 24/7 compliance monitoring of digital assets, and provide technical training and knowledge transfer to central bank personnel. Previously, Certik has provided technical advisory support to U.S. regulators and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
Gemini Secures Major Payment Institution License in Singapore, Covering Digital Payment Tokens and Cross-Border Transfer Services
Odaily reports: Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has been granted a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), enabling it to provide digital payment token and cross-border transfer services.The license supports Gemini in offering spot trading, custody, and over-the-counter (OTC) services to both retail and institutional clients. Gemini has been serving customers in Singapore since 2020.Gemini co-founder and President Cameron Winklevoss stated that obtaining the license reflects the company's commitment to the Singapore market. Co-founder and CEO Tyler Winklevoss said Singapore will serve as the company's regional strategic hub. (Bitcoin.com News)
Mantle officially launches USDG and becomes a partner of Global Dollar Network
According to official announcements, Mantle has announced that USDG, a US dollar stablecoin issued by Paxos, has officially launched, becoming one of the first native stablecoins on the Mantle network. This integration establishes Mantle as a partner of the Global Dollar Network (GDN). Mantle will directly participate in GDN's reward-sharing mechanism, standing alongside over 150 partners, including Robinhood and Kraken, to drive user growth. As one of the few stablecoins subject to dual regulation under both the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the European Union's MiCA framework, USDG currently has a circulating value exceeding $3.5 billion. One of Mantle's missions is to introduce more institutional-grade assets, including tokenized equities, yield-bearing stablecoins, and tokenized funds, thereby providing borderless investment access for everyone. The integration of USDG will further advance Mantle's development into an open financial network bridging institutional players and users. According to reports, the addition of USDG further enriches Mantle's existing portfolio of institutional-grade assets, which includes Agora's AUSD, Ethena's USDe, Ondo's USDY, and Tether's USDT0, among others. Over the past year, Mantle's stablecoin TVL has surpassed $982 million, with RWA T
SBI Holdings Receives Singapore Regulatory Approval to Complete Acquisition of Local Licensed Exchange Coinhako
SBI Holdings, a major Japanese financial group, has obtained relevant approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to complete the acquisition of Coinhako, a Singapore-licensed crypto exchange and digital wallet service provider. Coinhako is a licensed digital asset platform in Singapore, offering services including cryptocurrency trading and asset custody. (coinhako)
Cumberland Secures MAS MPI License, Enabling Digital Payment Token and Cross-Border Remittance Services
Cumberland, a crypto trading and liquidity service provider, announced on X that its Singapore subsidiary, Cumberland SG Pte. Ltd., has obtained a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). This license authorizes the company to provide Digital Payment Token (DPT) services and cross-border money transfer services.
Hyperliquid Responds to Inclusion on MAS Investor Alert List: No Ban or Violation Determination Involved
According to an official announcement, Hyperliquid stated that it has been added to the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s (MAS) Investor Alert List (IAL). Hyperliquid clarified that inclusion on this list does not constitute a ban, enforcement action, or a determination of misconduct; rather, the list serves primarily to alert the public that certain entities may be mistakenly perceived as licensed, authorized, or regulated by MAS.
Central Bank of Kyrgyzstan Signs MoU with CertiK to Jointly Build Digital Som Security Framework
According to reports from Bitcoin.com, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic (NBKR) signed a memorandum of understanding with blockchain security company Certik on September 9. The two parties will collaborate in areas such as cybersecurity, digital asset custody, anti-money laundering (AML), and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) to jointly advance the security development of the country's digital currency, the Digital Som. Under the agreement, NBKR will deploy Certik's monitoring tools to implement 24/7 compliance monitoring of digital assets, and provide technical training and knowledge transfer to central bank personnel. Previously, Certik has provided technical advisory support to U.S. regulators and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
Gemini Secures Major Payment Institution License in Singapore, Covering Digital Payment Tokens and Cross-Border Transfer Services
Odaily reports: Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has been granted a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), enabling it to provide digital payment token and cross-border transfer services.The license supports Gemini in offering spot trading, custody, and over-the-counter (OTC) services to both retail and institutional clients. Gemini has been serving customers in Singapore since 2020.Gemini co-founder and President Cameron Winklevoss stated that obtaining the license reflects the company's commitment to the Singapore market. Co-founder and CEO Tyler Winklevoss said Singapore will serve as the company's regional strategic hub. (Bitcoin.com News)
Mantle officially launches USDG and becomes a partner of Global Dollar Network
According to official announcements, Mantle has announced that USDG, a US dollar stablecoin issued by Paxos, has officially launched, becoming one of the first native stablecoins on the Mantle network. This integration establishes Mantle as a partner of the Global Dollar Network (GDN). Mantle will directly participate in GDN's reward-sharing mechanism, standing alongside over 150 partners, including Robinhood and Kraken, to drive user growth. As one of the few stablecoins subject to dual regulation under both the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the European Union's MiCA framework, USDG currently has a circulating value exceeding $3.5 billion. One of Mantle's missions is to introduce more institutional-grade assets, including tokenized equities, yield-bearing stablecoins, and tokenized funds, thereby providing borderless investment access for everyone. The integration of USDG will further advance Mantle's development into an open financial network bridging institutional players and users. According to reports, the addition of USDG further enriches Mantle's existing portfolio of institutional-grade assets, which includes Agora's AUSD, Ethena's USDe, Ondo's USDY, and Tether's USDT0, among others. Over the past year, Mantle's stablecoin TVL has surpassed $982 million, with RWA T
Singapore will invest $173 million over the next three years to support fintech innovations including AI.
According to Bloomberg, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced that it will allocate SGD 220 million (approximately USD 173 million) over the next three years to support FinTech and innovation development, aiming to maintain its competitive advantage over rival financial hubs such as Hong Kong in the FinTech sector. The initiative will focus on cultivating FinTech talent and accelerating the research, development, application, and deployment of cutting-edge FinTech. MAS plans to support at least 1,000 internship positions while driving the financial industry to prepare for emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. MAS stated that the program aims to further enhance the innovation capabilities and competitiveness of Singapore's financial sector.
Bybit responds to being placed on MAS Investor Alert List: engaging with regulators for clarification
crypto trading platform Bybit has stated it has noted its inclusion on the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) Investor Alert List and is actively communicating with the MAS to better understand the basis for this listing.Bybit stated that it has always maintained open and constructive communication with the MAS and has continuously taken measures to prevent users in Singapore from accessing its platform, including clearly restricting this in its Terms of Service and implementing geo-blocking of IP addresses from Singapore. Bybit currently does not provide services to users in Singapore and stated it will continue to cooperate with regulatory bodies globally. Further updates will be announced at the appropriate time should there be any new developments.
Robinhood Receives In-Principle Approval to Launch Brokerage Business in Singapore
According to an official announcement, Robinhood has received in-principle approval (IPA) from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to launch brokerage services in Singapore, covering securities trading, exchange-traded derivatives, custody, product financing, and collective investment schemes. Robinhood stated that Singapore will serve as its Asia-Pacific headquarters to support its international expansion. Its subsidiary, Bitstamp Asia Pte. Ltd., already holds a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license issued by the MAS. Note that in-principle approval is not equivalent to a formal license; Robinhood Singapore Pte. Ltd. must still meet relevant conditions before receiving final approval to commence operations.
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Central Bank of Kyrgyzstan Signs MoU with CertiK to Jointly Build Digital Som Security Framework
According to reports from Bitcoin.com, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic (NBKR) signed a memorandum of understanding with blockchain security company Certik on September 9. The two parties will collaborate in areas such as cybersecurity, digital asset custody, anti-money laundering (AML), and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) to jointly advance the security development of the country's digital currency, the Digital Som. Under the agreement, NBKR will deploy Certik's monitoring tools to implement 24/7 compliance monitoring of digital assets, and provide technical training and knowledge transfer to central bank personnel. Previously, Certik has provided technical advisory support to U.S. regulators and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
Gemini Secures Major Payment Institution License in Singapore, Covering Digital Payment Tokens and Cross-Border Transfer Services
Odaily reports: Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has been granted a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), enabling it to provide digital payment token and cross-border transfer services.The license supports Gemini in offering spot trading, custody, and over-the-counter (OTC) services to both retail and institutional clients. Gemini has been serving customers in Singapore since 2020.Gemini co-founder and President Cameron Winklevoss stated that obtaining the license reflects the company's commitment to the Singapore market. Co-founder and CEO Tyler Winklevoss said Singapore will serve as the company's regional strategic hub. (Bitcoin.com News)
Mantle officially launches USDG and becomes a partner of Global Dollar Network
According to official announcements, Mantle has announced that USDG, a US dollar stablecoin issued by Paxos, has officially launched, becoming one of the first native stablecoins on the Mantle network. This integration establishes Mantle as a partner of the Global Dollar Network (GDN). Mantle will directly participate in GDN's reward-sharing mechanism, standing alongside over 150 partners, including Robinhood and Kraken, to drive user growth. As one of the few stablecoins subject to dual regulation under both the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the European Union's MiCA framework, USDG currently has a circulating value exceeding $3.5 billion. One of Mantle's missions is to introduce more institutional-grade assets, including tokenized equities, yield-bearing stablecoins, and tokenized funds, thereby providing borderless investment access for everyone. The integration of USDG will further advance Mantle's development into an open financial network bridging institutional players and users. According to reports, the addition of USDG further enriches Mantle's existing portfolio of institutional-grade assets, which includes Agora's AUSD, Ethena's USDe, Ondo's USDY, and Tether's USDT0, among others. Over the past year, Mantle's stablecoin TVL has surpassed $982 million, with RWA T
Singapore will invest $173 million over the next three years to support fintech innovations including AI.
According to Bloomberg, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced that it will allocate SGD 220 million (approximately USD 173 million) over the next three years to support FinTech and innovation development, aiming to maintain its competitive advantage over rival financial hubs such as Hong Kong in the FinTech sector. The initiative will focus on cultivating FinTech talent and accelerating the research, development, application, and deployment of cutting-edge FinTech. MAS plans to support at least 1,000 internship positions while driving the financial industry to prepare for emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. MAS stated that the program aims to further enhance the innovation capabilities and competitiveness of Singapore's financial sector.
Singapore MAS and ABS Jointly Establish ACT Working Group to Address AI-Driven Cyber Threats
According to e27, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) jointly established the "AI-Driven Cyber and Tech Risk Taskforce" (ACT) in May 2026, with membership including major financial institutions such as DBS, OCBC, UOB, Singapore Exchange, NETS, and BCS. The taskforce focuses on three key areas: first, promoting industry-wide sharing of AI cybersecurity experience; second, conducting proof-of-concept tests for AI defense tools to enhance institutions' operational capabilities; third, developing security controls and response guidelines for AI threats. MAS Assistant Managing Director Vincent Loy pointed out that frontier AI is increasing the severity, scale, and complexity of cyber attacks, and the financial industry must respond with a high sense of urgency and strong collaboration.
SBI Holdings Receives Singapore Regulatory Approval to Complete Acquisition of Local Licensed Exchange Coinhako
SBI Holdings, a major Japanese financial group, has obtained relevant approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to complete the acquisition of Coinhako, a Singapore-licensed crypto exchange and digital wallet service provider. Coinhako is a licensed digital asset platform in Singapore, offering services including cryptocurrency trading and asset custody. (coinhako)