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Singapore Deputy PM: 'No Strong Case to Ban Cryptocurrency Trading'

Responding to lawmakers' questions, Singapore's deputy prime minister has said there's "no strong case" to ban cryptocurrency trading in the country.

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Bitcoin Won't Cause Lehman-Style Meltdown, Says MAS Fintech Chief

The fintech chief at the Monetary Authority of Singapore believes bitcoin won't cause a financial meltdown like the 2008 Lehman Brothers bankruptcy.

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Singapore Central Bank Urges 'Extreme Caution' on Bitcoin Investment

The Monetary Authority of Singapore has become the latest financial watchdog to issue a warning on the risks of investing in cryptocurrencies.

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Over 20 Banks Join Singapore-Hong Kong Blockchain Trade Network

A number of banks have joined the recently announced blockchain-based trade network pilot jointly set up by Hong Kong and Singapore.

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Singapore's Central Bank Outlines When ICOs Are and Aren't Securities

Singapore Central Bank issued guide to digital token offerings providing general guidance on the application of securities laws administered by MAS.

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Singapore Central Banker: Regulators Have 'Duty' to Learn from ICOs

An executive Singapore's central bank has said that developments around initial coin offerings and cryptocurrencies can offer lessons for regulators.

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Singapore Central Bank Chief: No Regulation for Cryptocurrencies

The chief of Singapore's central bank has indicated it will not regulate cryptocurrencies, but will stay watchful on the risks posed by the tech.

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Hong Kong, Singapore to Collaborate on DLT Trade Finance Platform

Hong Kong's banking authority has announced a new collaboration with Singapore aimed to digitize trade finance with distributed ledger technology.

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50 Startups: Central Bank Director Touts Singapore as Blockchain Hub

Dozens of startups are now working with blockchain in Singapore, according to an official for the city-state's de facto central bank.

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Singapore's Central Bank Plans to Regulate Bitcoin Payments

The minister for the Monetary Authority of Singapore has said the institution is working to create a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency payments.

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