SG Digest: Fintech firms Paxos, Circle, Wise get MAS licences

SG Digest: Fintech firms Paxos, Circle, Wise get MAS licences

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The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has granted as many as three licences — to fintech players Paxos, Circle, and Wise — in the run-up to the Singapore Fintech Festival.

Stablecoin issuer Paxos bags operating licence

New York-based Paxos will be able to offer blockchain and crypto services in the city-state after receiving an operating licence from the Singapore regulator. It offerings will include tokenisation, custody, and trade services.