Paxos, a leading digital asset company, has received provisional approvals from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in Abu Dhabi. This marks a significant milestone for Paxos as it allows them to issue stablecoins backed by US dollars and other currencies, as well as offer crypto-brokerage and custody services from their regulated entities in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The company’s strategy is to expand its global presence in regulated digital assets, and this move is seen as crucial in the context of the global digital economy. Paxos has demonstrated a strong commitment to regulatory compliance by actively seeking oversight and ensuring that its operations and tokens adhere to established standards. The Head of Strategy at Paxos, Walter Hessert, highlighted the transformative potential of blockchain technology in the global financial system and emphasized the company’s commitment to pursuing international growth through regulated frameworks. Paxos maintains rigorous Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) standards, aligning with leading financial markets like the US and Singapore. All Paxos stablecoins are fully backed by the US Dollar and cash equivalents, and the company provides monthly attestations and reserve reports to ensure transparency for token holders. This development by Paxos reflects the growing importance of regulated digital asset services in the global market and signifies a shift towards more open, secure, and innovative financial systems. However, proponents of decentralization and public blockchains may approach the regulatory environment with caution, as there is a growing interest in central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), tokenized bank liabilities, and regulated stablecoins.
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| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Geography | Middle East |
| Countries | 🇸🇬 |
| Sentiment | positive |
| Relevance Score | 1 |
| People | Ravi Menon, Walter Hessert |
| Companies | Paxos, Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) |
| Currencies | US Dollar |
| Securities | None |
