StraitsX is digital payment infrastructure provider and stablecoin issuer licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) as a major payment Institution. It aims to bridge traditional finance (TradFi) with the digital asset economy, offering solutions for businesses and individuals to access and utilize digital currencies.
It’s primarily known for its stablecoins, which include XSGD, a token pegged to the Singapore dollar, XIDR a token pegged to the Indonesian rupiah, and XUSD, which is pegged to the US dollar. These stablecoins are designed to maintain a 1:1 synchronicity with their respective fiat currencies and feature reserves held in licensed financial institutions.
StraitsX emphasizes transparency and regulatory compliance, with each of its stablecoins issued in accordance with MAS frameworks.
The firm’s solutions support multi-chain operations, with its stablecoins available on various blockchain networks including Hedera, enabling faster, scalable, and cost-effective transactions. The company provides APIs for seamless integration, which allow businesses to accept payments, facilitate payouts, and conduct blockchain transactions.
StraitsX also offers personal and business accounts for minting, issuing, redeeming, and transacting with its proprietary stablecoins. It is currently partnered with various financial institutions including RedotPay and Visa to enable digital asset spending via card programs.
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