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Crypto.com Receives Full Approval from the Kingdom of Bahrain
The Central Bank of Bahrain has given Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com full approval to provide payment service provider (PSP) services. The approval was secured through its subsidiary registered in the Kingdom of Bahrain under the commercial name “FORIS GFS BH B.S.C. CLOSED”. This adds to the company’s significant regulatory milestones in the region.
This milestone comes barely one month after Crypto.com was named the official partner of the UEFA Champions League, one of the world’s most prestigious football tournaments.
Beyond Bahrain: Crypto.com Is Expanding Its Presence Globally
The full approval from Bahrain allows Crypto.com to expand its offerings of e-money and fiat-based payment services regionally. Some of these services include the launch of its world-renowned prepaid cards. H.E. Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, the Minister of Sustainable Development and the Chief Executive of Bahrain Economic Development Board, acknowledged Crypto.com’s international presence and its earned reputation for regulatory compliance.
She noted that the decision to invest in the Kingdom of Bahrain will further bolster the nation’s ability to deliver on its vision of developing a digital-first, resilient economy that celebrates innovation and progress. The country already has an approach that fosters a streamlined investment environment that champions ease of doing business.
According to Alkhulaif, Bahrain is committed to building a world-class ecosystem to support the evolution of the fast-growing blockchain, crypto, and fintech industry. The presence of robust regulations and a diverse pool of highly skilled and future-ready talent within the financial services and technology sectors puts Bahrain on the path to achieving its goal.
Crypto.com’s President and COO, Eric Anziani, highlighted the milestones that Bahrain has achieved over the years. He admitted to seeing Bahrain’s dedication to building an innovation-friendly crypto and fintech ecosystem. Over time, the nation has upheld a key factor: clear regulation that balances consumer protection with commercialization.
In the Gulf region, Crypto.com has successfully emerged as a leading hub for crypto services and fintech innovation. It prides itself on being one of the first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations to issue crypto-asset licenses.
Crypto.com is gradually expanding its presence to include regions like Singapore, France, the UK, and the US.
Crypto.com Bags More Exciting Deals
Apart from this approval from the Kingdom of Bahrain, Crypto.com has made headlines for different reasons in the past few weeks. Last month, it officially rolled out its Global Retail Services, a major step in expanding its offerings to users worldwide. This service was first launched in the UAE, with plans to expand to other regions in the future.
Similarly, the Singapore-based crypto exchange teamed up with the Telegram-based game Hamster Kombat to introduce a new metal card. The strategic partnership’s focus is to enhance payment flexibility for both in-game activities and real-life transactions. It will make crypto payment cards available for gamers and business owners worldwide.
Crypto.com Receives Full Approval from the Kingdom of Bahrain
