Coinbase opens new office in Singapore, plans to expand local hiring

Published Jul 22, 12:29 PM UTC

Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, has opened a new office in Singapore and announced plans to expand its local headcount. The move underscores the company's commitment to the Asia-Pacific region and Singapore's growing role as a hub for digital asset innovation. The new office was inaugurated with Coinbase country director for Singapore Hassan Ahmed, chief fintech officer at MAS Kenneth Gay, Coinbase managing director for Asia-Pacific John O'Loghlen, VP of Digital Industry Singapore at Economic Development Board Seah Yueh Chinn, and Coinbase senior director of engineering in attendance. The expansion aligns with Singapore's regulatory framework for digital assets and Coinbase's strategy to strengthen its presence in key international markets.