Digital Payment Token (DPT) Updated to Singapore’s Regulatory Framework

Singapore passed the Payment Services Act 2019 (PSA) in January 2019, and an announcement on January 28th revealed an update to the Acts. This update is called the Digital Payment Token (DPT) and includes services that cover cryptocurrency and exchange based in Singapore. This update is under the already implemented anti-money laundering (AML) and the counter-terrorist financing (CTF) rules. In this case, crypto-related businesses have to register first and then apply for a license to operate. The Fifth European Anti-Money…

Crypto Companies Dissolving Upon the EU Money-Laundering Regulations

Simplecoin, Chopcoin, and Bottle Pay are among the crypto companies dissolving upon the EU money-laundering regulations. These regulations will take effect from the 10th of January 2020. Simplecoin is a crypto mining tool, while Chopcoin is a bitcoin gaming platform. A notice on Simplecoin's website says it will shut down on the 1st of January 2020. It is due to AMLD5 demanding its users to perform KYC for anti-money laundering, AML reasons, which will threaten users’ privacy. Bottle Pay, on…