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MAS Publishes Consultation on Rules to Effect Stablecoin Framework: Prohibits Interest, Requires Stress Tests

Original sourceAsia Asset ManagementAdditional: Unlock BlockchainAdditional: Defi-Planet

Summary

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has issued a consultation paper proposing legislative amendments to operationalize the Single-Currency Stablecoin (SCS) framework. Key points include: only compliant issuers can use the 'MAS-regulated stablecoin' label; other tokens will be treated as digit…

Key points

  • Singapore's stablecoin regulatory framework is a benchmark for Asian and global stablecoin issuers and payment providers; enterprises need to plan compliance strategies early.
  • MAS's explicit prohibition of interest on stablecoins and stress test requirements indicate regulators are actively managing financial stability risks, affecting market operations.
  • Operational costs for stablecoin issuers in Singapore may rise, prompting some to reassess market positioning, while users' avenues for earning interest may be limited.

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