Tokocrypto has successfully obtained the Physical Crypto Asset Trader (PFAK) license from Indonesia’s Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency (Bappebti).
Tokocrypto, an Indonesian cryptocurrency exchange and a subsidiary of Binance, aims to provide a secure platform for trading digital assets in Indonesia. Acquired by Binance in 2020, the exchange focuses on blockchain adoption while adhering to local regulations. By leveraging Binance’s technology and liquidity, Tokocrypto has strengthened its market position.
On 8 Sep 2024, Tokocrypto secured its PFAK license, which grants it full authority to operate as a physical crypto asset trader. This came after five years of being registered as a Prospective Physical Crypto Asset Trader (CPFAK) in 2019. According to Binance, Tokocrypto underwent a rigorous process to obtain the license, increasing user trust and confidence in the platform.
Binance CEO Richard Teng congratulated Tokocrypto on this regulatory milestone.
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