Singapore Imposes Strict Licensing Requirements for Crypto Firms with Severe Penalties
Singapore's Monetary Authority (MAS) has escalated regulatory scrutiny on digital asset service providers, mandating strict compliance or cessation of overseas operations by June 2025. Unlicensed firms risk fines up to $200,000 and three-year prison terms under the Financial Services and Markets Act.
The policy leaves no transitional grace period, requiring immediate adherence to anti-money laundering standards. Licensed entities under existing financial statutes are exempt, but all others must secure a Digital Token Service Provider license—a MOVE signaling Singapore's tightening grip on crypto's wild west reputation.