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Gemini Announces Singapore Expansion Plans

Web3 & Enterprise·June 20, 2023, 11:29 PM

Gemini, the US-based cryptocurrency exchange and custodian, has announced its plans to expand its team in Singapore over the course of the next 12 months.

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100 new hires

Gemini made the announcement by way of a blog post published to its website on Monday. In that post, the company outlined that it intends to add over one hundred new hires over the course of the next year. Gemini aims to focus on the Asia-Pacific (APAC) market, which it believes will play a crucial role in its next phase of growth.

 

Indian engineering hub

In addition to its Singapore expansion, Gemini is actively working on setting up an engineering center in Gurgaon, India. Back in April, the firm’s newly appointed Chief Technology Officer and APAC region CEO, Pravit Tiwana, announced the intention of establishing the India-based engineering center. An intention to expand the Singapore base was also suggested at that time, with the company now following up with firm expansion plans.

This engineering hub in Gurgaon is expected to become the second largest for Gemini, after its operations in the United States. By expanding its engineering capabilities, Gemini aims to bolster and support its global operations effectively.

 

APAC to drive crypto growth

Gemini sees the APAC region as the driving force behind what it termed “the next wave of growth for crypto.” The exchange plans to use its Singapore office as a hub from which to run broader operations in APAC.

This strategic move follows Gemini’s addition of support for the Singapore dollar (SGD) three years ago, enabling local residents to access cryptocurrencies directly using their native currency. The expansion plan provides Gemini with the potential to capitalize on the growing opportunities within the APAC market, further establishing a foothold in a significant regional market.

Gemini’s decision to focus on international expansion aligns with the growing trend among cryptocurrency companies. Regulatory pressures in the US crypto market have escalated, exemplified by recent lawsuits filed by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against major exchanges like Binance and Coinbase.

These circumstances have prompted many companies to seek opportunities beyond the United States. In particular, exchanges are looking for markets with clearer regulatory landscapes and significant growth potential. Hong Kong, Singapore, and several European countries have emerged as attractive options.

Coinbase, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges globally, has also followed a similar path to Gemini by expanding its services in Singapore. Singapore’s reputation as a crypto-friendly financial hub makes it an attractive location for such expansion efforts.

Gemini’s decision to expand its team in Singapore and its focus on the APAC market reflects a strategic approach to capitalize on the increasing global demand for cryptocurrencies. By establishing a strong presence in key international markets, the company has found a workaround for the current impasse in the United States with regard to the lack of sane, workable regulation.

The company has identified a region that is taking a more accommodating approach, while recognizing the APAC region’s potential as a significant driver of growth and is proactively positioning itself to tap into the region’s expanding crypto market.

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