Tighter Crypto Regulations Says Singapore’s Central Bank, Here’s Why
Singapore has decided to strengthen and broaden its crypto regulatory framework amid the crypto downturn. Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is set to toughen the framework on crypto platforms over the upcoming months. This move by MAS comes after witnessing the industry’s meltdown. Ravi Menon, Managing Director of MAS, is of the opinion that investing […]
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