Singapore-Based Crypto Firms Will Need to Get Licensed

Singapore regulators approved a new law, which provides stricter rules for the crypto services providers.

According to the law, Singapore-based virtual service providers are required to get licensed regardless of their establishment location. Anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism guidelines will regulate the space.

Digitalization is one of the second key angles of the “The Financial Services” and Markets Bill. It mentions that it fundamentally transforms finances and that virtual assets like Bitcoin and NFTs are growing in popularity worldwide.

The release by the Monetary Authority in Singapore includes a point on the requirements in technology risk management. The Bill explores current TRM needs defined by various Acts to provide services and protect data securely.

With these regulations, establishments will be responsible for serious cyberattacks or disruptions. The Bill defines a max penalty for each branch of a TRM of $1 M per branch.