Singapore's central bank, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), has set a June 30 deadline for all local entities offering digital token (DT) services overseas to either obtain a license or cease operations.
There will be no transitional grace period provided, and noncompliance could result in fines up to SGD 250,000 (approx. $200,000) and a maximum prison term of three years.
Only firms already licensed or exempted under existing financial laws in Singapore may continue offering DT services abroad without contravening the new regulatory framework.
This regulatory move aims to strengthen control over digital assets and ensure compliance standards for all crypto activities linked to Singapore.