Coinbase has been approved to offer Bitcoin to institutions in Singapore ScrgruppEn
Coinbase, one of the world’s largest bitcoin and cryptocurrency exchanges, has received approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to offer bitcoin buying and selling services to retail and institutional investors in the country.
This milestone leads to Coinbase’s official expansion into the Singaporean market, which is gradually adopting Bitcoin as an investment option.
The approval granted by MAS enables Coinbase to provide a secure and regulated platform for Singaporean investors to access Bitcoin, and follows its approvals in Europe last week.
Coinbase’s expansion comes at a critical juncture for the company. Since its high-profile IPO in 2021, Coinbase has faced challenges maintaining its stock price amid the volatile cryptocurrency market. The company’s stock initially rose after its IPO but has since seen volatility in line with the broader cryptocurrency market.
Coinbase’s expansion into Singapore is in line with its mission to make cryptocurrencies more accessible and user-friendly for individuals and institutions around the world. The stock exchange’s reputation for regulatory compliance and security is expected to play a pivotal role in gaining the trust of Singaporean investors.
The move also reflects the broader trend of cryptocurrency exchanges seeking regulatory approval and compliance while expanding their services to meet the needs of a broader audience. This approach not only enhances investor protection, but also contributes to the legitimacy of the cryptocurrency industry.
Furthermore, it follows the exchange’s recently promised addition of the Bitcoin Lightning Network, a layer 2 solution designed to improve the scalability and efficiency of Bitcoin transactions.
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