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Singapore

MAS Stablecoin Regulatory Framework (SCS)

PassedRegulator(s): Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)Next review: 2026-08-08

Single-currency stablecoins (SCS) issued in Singapore, pegged to SGD or a G10 currency.

Framework finalised Aug 2023; MAS drafting dedicated legislation in 2026, expected in effect mid-2026. Until then, 'MAS-regulated stablecoin' label applies to compliant SCS issuers.

πŸ“‹ Key Requirements

Reserves100% reserves in peg currency: cash, cash equivalents, or government debt with residual maturity of 3 months or less; segregated reserve accounts
RedemptionRedemption at par within 5 business days
CapitalMinimum base capital and liquidity buffers; restrictions on unrelated commercial business
AttestationMonthly independent attestations (published) plus annual audits
LicensingOnly compliant issuers may market tokens as 'MAS-regulated stablecoins'

πŸ“… Timeline & Upcoming Deadlines

  • 2023-08-15

    MAS finalises stablecoin regulatory framework

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  • 2025-11

    MAS announces at Singapore FinTech Festival it will draft stablecoin legislation in 2026

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  • 2026-12-31 ⏳

    Stablecoin legislation expected to take effect (mid-to-late 2026, date not yet fixed)

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