Malaysia

Singapore Plans Blockchain Push to Boost Financial Inclusion

The Singapore government is looking to boost blockchain development in an effort to improve financial inclusion across Southeast Asian countries.

By Wolfie ZhaoApr 9, 2018

Nine Malaysian banks have teamed up to develop blockchain applications for trade finance, according to the country's central bank.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 23, 2018

A Malaysian initial coin offering organizer has been flagged by the central bank over its unauthorized use of national and institutional symbols.

By Wolfie ZhaoMar 12, 2018

Malaysia's central bank is now requiring domestic crypto exchanges to comply with anti-money laundering and know-your-customer mandates.

By Wolfie ZhaoFeb 28, 2018

Malaysia's securities market watchdog has issued a cease-and-desist to a startup ahead of its planned initial coin offering (ICO).

By Stan HigginsJan 9, 2018

A Malaysian finance minister has said the government will not ban cryptocurrency trading, though it will remain cautious on the technology.

By Daniel PalmerJan 2, 2018

Bank Negara Malaysia published draft guidelines for cryptocurrency exchanges to report their usage statistics to prevent illicit transactions.

By Nikhilesh DeDec 14, 2017

The governor of Malaysia's central bank has provided more detail on upcoming regulations aimed to counter the illicit uses of cryptocurrencies.

The governor of Malaysia's central bank reportedly revealed plans for a possible cryptocurrency ban when discussing upcoming regulation yesterday.

Malaysia's central bank could introduce rules around cryptocurrencies by the end of this year, according to statements by its governor.

By Nikhilesh DeSep 20, 2017

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