De uma das maiores plataformas de negociação da Malásia a perder credibilidade, a Bybit está no limite, enfrentando problemas legais. A exchange de criptomoedas e seu CEO, Ben Zhou, foram objeto de um processo de execução pela Comissão de Valores Mobiliários da Malásia (SC) por operarem sem registro legal.
O SC explicou: “Esta decisão surge após preocupações sobre a conformidade da plataforma com os requisitos regulatórios locais e a proteção dos interesses dos investidores”.
O regulador acrescentou: “Operar um DAX sem obter o registro do SC como Operador de Mercado Reconhecido (RMO) é uma infração nos termos da Seção 7(1) da Lei de Mercados e Serviços de Capitais de 2007”.
A Bybit foi condenada a suspender seu site, aplicativos móveis e quaisquer outras plataformas digitais na Malásia. A partir de 11 de dezembro, a organização teve quatorze dias úteis para executar esta ação.
Além disso, a Bybit foi instruída a cessar todas as atividades publicitárias dirigidas a investidores malaios e a encerrar seu grupo de suporte Telegram para malaios.
Segundo relatos, Bybit e Zhou foram incluídos na lista de alerta de investidores do regulador desde julho de 2021 devido à mesma violação regulatória. No entanto, de acordo com o regulador de valores mobiliários da Malásia, a Bybit aderiu às ações de execução conforme as instruções.
Bybit, em seu canal de telegramas na Malásia, disse aos investidores: “Entendemos que isso pode causar alguns inconvenientes […] Depois de garantirmos as licenças apropriadas, esperamos nos reconectar com vocês novamente no futuro”.
裂开。。 #bybit #malaysia pic.twitter.com/deMltSxHKY
— 老江🌿 (@KangWeon) 18 de dezembro de 2024
Still, the SC reminded investors that Malaysian securities laws do not protect those who trade crypto on unregistered platforms and that they are at a higher risk of being victims of financial crimes.
The SC asserted, “This enforcement action underscores our commitment to safeguarding investors and maintaining a fair marketplace.”
Notably, in August, the Bybit exchange also departed France as a result of the country’s efforts to impede the acquisition of operating licenses for crypto companies. This was in anticipation of the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA).
Malaysia does not recognize crypto as legal tender. The Central Bank of Malaysia Act effectively excludes crypto from this status. The bank designates the ringgit as the country’s exclusive legal tender.
Although the Act does not explicitly prohibit crypto, it restricts the definition of legal tender to the ringgit. But, the Capital Markets and Services Order classifies crypto as securities. This classification provides them with a specific legal status within Malaysia’s financial regulatory framework.
The regulatory framework is further fortified by the Capital Markets and Services Order. This classifies specific digital currencies and tokens as securities. It places them under the jurisdiction of the Securities Commission [SC) Malaysia.
The SC imposes supplementary compliance obligations on crypto businesses, such as the acquisition of the requisite licenses to operate legally. Organizers of unregistered coin offerings may be subject to a sanction of up to 10 million Malaysian ringgit (approximately $2.5 million) or a maximum of 10 years in prison.
Putting a hold on Bybit is not the last straw for crypto investors. BYDFi is one of the remaining crypto trading platforms that is widely recognized in Malaysia and provides a trading experience for Malaysian traders. It has the capacity to meet the requirements of traders who desire to trade crypto using the Malaysian Ringgit. However, it demands KYC requirements.
Phemex is also renowned in Malaysia for its no KYC policy, which is particularly appealing to merchants. This policy enables them to engage in cryptocurrency transactions without disclosing personal information. However, it does not provide Interest-earning products.
In addition, BingX is an alternative crypto exchange in Malaysia. It offers an innovative platform for Malaysian traders looking to enter the crypto industry. However, it is complex in derivatives trading.
Binance also makes it to the list as an option for Malaysian investors. It is especially for individuals seeking to diversify their crypto portfolio beyond conventional options due to its extensive selection of altcoins. But it also has regulatory Challenges
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