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Stablecoin issuer — Singapore MAS

Stablecoin issuer — Singapore MAS

MAS stablecoin issuer framework approval + reserve banking.

Case Overview
Challenge

A Singapore-based stablecoin issuer required MAS approval under the new Stablecoin Regulatory Framework to issue a SGD-pegged stablecoin compliant with MAS Notice PSN05.

Approach

Engaged MAS pre-application for regulatory feedback, structured reserve management arrangements with a qualifying Singapore bank, and designed redemption and disclosure mechanisms per MAS requirements.

Outcome

MAS MPI (Stablecoin Issuance Service) approval granted. Reserve banking with a Singapore licensed bank established. Stablecoin went live with full regulatory standing.

A Singapore-based stablecoin issuer required MAS approval under the new Stablecoin Regulatory Framework to issue a SGD-pegged stablecoin compliant with MAS Notice PSN05.

Key Deliverables
MAS MPI (Stablecoin Issuance) licence
Reserve management framework
MAS Notice PSN05 compliance documentation
Redemption and disclosure policies
Milestones
01 / 04
Pre-application engagement
Months 1u20132
02 / 04
Reserve structure design
Months 3u20135
03 / 04
MAS application
Month 6
04 / 04
Licence granted
Month 14

Case Details

Client TypeStablecoin issuer
SectorEMI / PSP
JurisdictionSingapore — MAS
Licence TypeMAS Major Payment Institution (Stablecoin Issuance)
Timeline14 months
TeamLead + 5
Status✓ Completed
Result
MAS stablecoin issuer framework approval + reserve banking.
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