#sec-sandbox News & Analysis

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CryptoBearishBlockonomi · 2h ago7/10

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Philippines SEC Flags Binance Sandbox Limits and Licensing Gaps Update

The Philippines' Securities and Exchange Commission has clarified that Binance and BlockShoals lack required VASP (Virtual Asset Service Provider) licenses, despite SEC sandbox approval allowing limited fintech testing. The regulatory clarification emphasizes that SEC sandbox participation does not substitute for Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) licensing requirements, highlighting ongoing compliance gaps for major crypto platforms operating in the region.

CryptoBearishcrypto.news · 4h ago7/10

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Binance Philippines return hits wall as BSP flags license gap

The Philippines' central bank (BSP) has blocked Binance and BlockShoals' market reentry plan by flagging that SEC sandbox approval is insufficient without proper VASP (Virtual Asset Service Provider) licenses. This regulatory gap prevents the exchanges from legally operating in the country despite passing the Securities and Exchange Commission's innovation sandbox program.