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Singapore Deputy PM: 'No Strong Case to Ban Cryptocurrency Trading'

Responding to lawmakers' questions, Singapore's deputy prime minister has said there's "no strong case" to ban cryptocurrency trading in the country.

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Singapore Lawmakers Question Prime Minister Over Crypto Regulation

Members of Singapore's parliament have asked if the government will reconsider the country's stance on cryptocurrency regulation.

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Singapore Airlines to Launch Blockchain-Based Loyalty Wallet

Singapore's largest airline operator is turning to blockchain technology to boost spending of its loyalty program air miles.

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Singapore Central Bank Urges 'Extreme Caution' on Bitcoin Investment

The Monetary Authority of Singapore has become the latest financial watchdog to issue a warning on the risks of investing in cryptocurrencies.

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MUFG, NTT Data Trial Blockchain for Cross-Border Trade

MUFG and NTT Data are collaborating on a blockchain proof-of-concept aimed to foster trade between Singapore and Japan.

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Prudential, StarHub to Launch Blockchain Trade Platform In Singapore

Insurance giant Prudential has partnered with Singapore telco StarHub to launch a new blockchain-based digital trade platform for enterprises.

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Ubin Part 2: Singapore Central Bank Publishes Blockchain Project Details

A new report from the Monetary Authority of Singapore details the second phase of its "Project Ubin" blockchain project.

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Accenture Develops DLT Prototypes for Singapore's Central Bank

Professional services firm Accenture is working on several prototypes being developed as part of Singapore's "Project Ubin" blockchain initiative.

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50 Startups: Central Bank Director Touts Singapore as Blockchain Hub

Dozens of startups are now working with blockchain in Singapore, according to an official for the city-state's de facto central bank.

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Singapore Regulator Teams With Asian Banks for Blockchain KYC Trial

Three major Asian banks and a regulator in Singapore have teamed up for a new blockchain trial focused on customer identification.

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